Dog behavior
If there's one thing dogs and humans have in common, it's that you won't find a member of either group who's perfect. And think about it: you wouldn't want to. Consider your favorite people--part of what renders them so endearing are their quirks, complexities, and funny habits. The same goes for your pets; their idiosyncrasies are what make them lovable and unique.
That said, you do want your dog to be a well-behaved, self-assured, and respectful member of the family. Setting expectations and establishing clear communication helps ensure a truly happy coexistence.
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Dog behavior Experts Questions and Answers
QUESTION: What is animal communication?
 | I recently got a new dog, who seems to be really sweet. However, when she and my other dog Alba play (which starts off friendly, tails wagging, bowing, etc) the new dog always starts growling and pins my other dog down. The new dog's tail is still wagging, but my other dog doesn't seem to be enjoying it at that point. I don't think the new dog is actually biting our other dog, it just seems like she's pinning her down and won't let her move. Is this a dominance thing? Should I stop it or let it go? almost 2 years ago by Kristin |
| I just adopted 2 mini doxies. They are both 7 mths old and were puppy pad trained. I am now trying to crate and housetrain. What are the best ways to handle this? I have 2 other dogs that I trained from puppies but have never dealt w/ the pad training thing. Thanks!! Susan over 2 years ago by susan |
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