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A hyperactive dog can be a real headache. Whether he’s digging holes in the yard and burying your valuables, making a noise or jumping up at you and guests, you’ll want to curb this sort of behavior ASAP. The good news is that, with the right approach, it’s entirely possible to put a lid on it. Tip #1: Ignore it Hyperactivity is often a bargaining tactic. Your dog is saying: “I’ll keep making a ruckus until you acknowledge I’m here and give me some attention.” So do the… Read More

Aggression is a common problem dog owners face, and it’s a reality every owner dreads. Certain breeds are more passive than others, but even the most good-natured litter occasionally produces a dog that growls more than it wags its tail.   The good news is that professional help is everywhere you look, and if your dog is displaying repeated antisocial or aggressive behavior you need to enlist the services of a proper trainer immediately.   Taking him into public when he’s improperly conditioned is dangerous to others. Moving objects, like a runner going… Read More

In the last few articles we’ve talked about how dogs and humans are similar in ways we often don’t realize, and today, it’s time to look at another aspect of doggy culture that mirrors our own: the canine celebrity. Apollo German Shepherd 350 rescue dogs were deployed at the site of the Twin Towers’ destruction on September 11, 2001. Appollo was the first dog on the scene with his handler Pete Davis, a mere fifteen minutes after the attack. For sixteen hours a day, Appollo and… Read More

Dogs have been at our side for thousands of years. They’re great foils that complement our strengths and weaknesses. With a dog at your side, you’ve got a companion with a sense of smell that can keep you out of danger and eyesight that can pick up ultraviolet light. You’ve also got a companion who rides an emotional rollercoaster just like you. We might be different in so many ways, but as these amazing facts reveal, dogs are like us in many ways too, and a truly indispensable part of our lives. Dogs can… Read More