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The Dirt on Dogs and Digging
As any dog parent can attest, the sight of a furry friend enthusiastically digging up the earth can be both endearing and exasperating. From meticulously crafted burrows to seemingly aimless holes, the act of digging is an innate behavior deeply embedded in the canine psyche. There’s much more to a dog’s digging habits than meets the eye (or the eyesore that used to be your yard). We’re going to give you the dirt on dogs who dig and help you better understand — and stop — this behavior.
Why Summer Heat Can Be Deadly For Brachycephalic (Short-Muzzled) Dogs
At first glance, it may seem like a small French Bulldog can handle the heat than a heavy-coated Siberian Husky. After all, Frenchies have shorter fur and generally like to take it easier when it comes to exercise than Huskies do. But French Bulldogs, along with other breeds like American Bulldogs, Pekingese, Pugs, and Boston Terriers are brachycephalic dogs, and that means they don’t do well in summer heat.
Everything You Need to Know About Microchips for Dogs
Despite our best intentions, dogs get out when we’re sure they can’t. They run through open doors, dig under fences, hop out car windows, and squeeze through tiny little cat doors that you’d swear couldn’t accommodate a squirrel, much less your bouncy dog. In combination with an ID tag, a microchip is your safest bet for getting your lost dog returned to you safely. These tiny chips are embedded between your dog’s shoulder and, when scanned, can be used to identify your dog and reunite them with their parent. Here’s everything you need to know about microchips for dogs.
5 Ways to Show Your Dog Love That They Can Understand
You’re absolutely wild about your dog, and you’re not afraid to show it. However, all the treats, toys, fancy collars, and comfy beds can’t let your dog know just how special they are to you. Sure, they appreciate all that stuff. But in order to show your dog love, you have to speak their language. On the positive side, just because you don’t speak dog doesn’t mean you can’t convey your love in a way your pup will understand.
5 Signs Your Dog Is Stressed
Believe it or not, our canine companions get stressed. The circumstances and degrees of this can vary from dog to dog since no two are exactly alike, but it’s still something all dog parents must be wary of. Like humans, dogs can show their stress in different ways. To be a responsible dog parent, you must understand your dog’s signs of distress to ensure that both you and your canine companion can maintain a happy and healthy relationship together.
Dog Training: Come
Training your dog to come should be as easy as, “Rover, come on over!” And sometimes it is, at least with puppies. Brand-new pups will approach anything with a pulse. Other dogs, however, will need more training to learn the “come” command. We’ll show you how to help your dog learn this crucial command.