Taking Time to “Heel”
Growing up in Southern California I’ve been used to seeing dogs on leashes at all times, unless I’m at a dog park. I knew there were other parts of the world where people were able to …
Dealing with Dominance
What does “dominance” mean? In order to understand why your dog is acting “dominant,” it’s important to know some things about canine social systems. Animals who live in social groups, including domestic dogs and wolves, establish …
Nothing in Life is Free
Does your dog: Get on the furniture and refuse to get off? Nudge your hand, insisting on being petted or played with? Refuse to come when called? Defend its food bowl or toys from you? “Nothing …
Problem Barking
Some canine behavior problems, such as house soiling, affect only a dog’s owners. However, problems such as escaping and excessive barking can result in neighborhood disputes and violations of animal control ordinances. Therefore, barking dogs can …
Lancelot will forever be remembered for his brave struggle to survive an insurmountable illness believed to have been a brain tumor. We rescued him near the end of his life and despite all our efforts, he grew weaker and weaker and finally refused to eat. See