What Is Common Dog Behavior?

Dog behavior is the collective term for different actions done by the domesticated dog on a regular basis. It is affected by the environment, the dog’s bloodline, its interaction with dogs and people, as well as certain events. Dog behaviour is very similar to the behaviour displayed by wolves, although there are some slight differences. Understanding dog behaviour can be very helpful in training and living with your pet dogs. In the wild, wolves have a social unit called a pack. Domestic dogs also have a pack of their own. They consider other dog’s humans living with them as pack […]

Dog Behavior Problem – Licking Paws

Dog licking can be one of the worst problems that you can have. If you are like me your dog will typically come up to you and start licking you as soon as he gets done drinking water. I know that this is one of the worst times because they normally have a mouth full of drool which then gets wiped onto you! I know that for me I had stop him from licking me, but then he started constantly doing that to his legs to the point that he gave himself an infection and here is a tip that […]

Reason For Aggressive Dog Behavior

Dog is an animal which is aggressive by nature; the aggression is inherited in them. They live their life as a pack animal and need their hunting skills to survive their wild life. Aggressive dog behavior is mainly due to some medical problem, when they feel unwell internally. However this problem is just a short term and can be easily treated and can be overcome quickly. Most of the breed shows aggressive dog behavior mainly due to genetic problem, they are born aggressive. This problem bugs the pet owner because the offspring of that dog also inherits the similar problem. […]

Dog Behavior – Coprophagia (Poop Eating)

Coprophagia is the practice of eating feces. It is one of the most misunderstood behaviors in dogs. Many puppies engage in coprophagia because it is common for their mothers to eat the feces of their young as a way to keep the den clean, and they are mimicking that behavior. It is also a way for the puppy to explore its surroundings. Most dogs will eat the feces of other animals (particularly cats, other dogs, sheep and horses. Many modern commercial diets are so loaded with vitamins and minerals that will not be fully digested on the first passage; this […]

Aggressive Dog Behavior ? Basic Guide

When most of the pet owners buy a dog the first thing they need to do is to correct the aggressive dog behavior if a dog possesses it. A young dog or puppy never show any kind of aggression at its younger stage and would never show it if the pet owner gives him a proper upbringing, but as the dog grow older and becomes an adult dog, they start showing aggression, therefore it becomes important for the pet owner to resolve the problem of aggressive dog behavior. While correcting aggressive dog behavior it is very important for the owner […]

Correcting Dog Behavior Barking

Correcting dog behavior can be accomplished very easily if you know which steps can be done to help you with this problem. One common dog behavior that many people look to get corrected is the incessant barking that can be seen with many animals. I know that for me I have one dog that does have a barking problem that I had to correct and here are some of the methods that I used to successfully accomplish getting this dog behavior corrected. The first step that I did to handle this issue is I taught him the meaning of the […]

Dog Behavior Training – How to Fix Dog Behavior Problems

It is very rare to adopt a dog and not have to deal with any sort of behavior training, as you should know, dogs think differently from us humans. Things that are unacceptable to us can be natural behavior to a dog. It is important to understand this and take the right steps to solving whatever problem you may be experiencing with your dog. There are many dog behavioral problems, some more common and specific to certain breeds of dogs. Tips and guidelines for solving behavioral problems Some behavioral problems are as a result of instinct this may be a […]

Adolescent Dog Behavior

Today I spent my first appointment walking with a client’s dog and dog walker. The dog is a 7 mo. old, male Australian Shepherd. The dog walker has been having trouble with him jumping up & nipping at her for the first 1/2 hr of the walk, the second half he is better. We began walking him and within the first few minutes it became very obvious why he was doing this behavior. She is a very good dog walker who has good instincts and asks a lot of great questions, so had she seen the behavior from my point […]

Why Dogs Dig – Dog Behavior & Motivation

Dogs dig because they’re dogs, and this activity is primal for them…they just can’t help themselves. It’s hardwired in their genes, it’s fun, and nothing feels better on a hot day then laying in cool, freshly unearthed soil. While digging is a natural act for them, it’s usually objectionable to the owner who prefers her own landscaping design. Dogs also dig out of boredom. Digging is a stress reliever and it gives the pet something to do. If your dog is out in the yard all day, your property may soon resemble a cratered planet. If the dog digs and […]

Strange Dog Behavior

Dogs truly are unique creatures. They maintain their own quirky behavior do to the odd way humans perceive how dogs act toward them. In most instances, strange dog behavior is really not all that strange. Dogs are pack animals and that means they will (hopefully) react towards their master as if the master is an alpha leader. But, there will be those instances when strange dog behavior truly is strange. Such behavior might be a cause for alarm as the dog might be sick or suffering in some way. So, it is best to be familiar with common strange dog […]

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