Have you heard of the term, dog “whale eye” before? It’s an unusual term, but it’s a fairly common behavior for dogs. Dogs can’t communicate with humans using words, so we have to find other ways to get our points across. A whale eye is one of the subtle ways that we let our humans know something is wrong. (Click title to read more!)
I’ve been told that dogs can be unpredictable, and that’s probably true. After all, I love to bark, but only at specific dogs. For example, I’m bothered by that Goldendoodle that walks past my yard and I always have to bark back when the neighbor Chihuahua yips at me. But then there are other dogs that I completely ignore. As a dog, it all makes sense to me, but it makes training difficult and confusing for my humans. I’ve noticed that other dogs have some similar habits, so I figured that I should address this issue from a dog’s perspective. (Click title to read more!)
The term “designer dog” has become more and more popular over the years, and if I’m being honest, I’m not too happy about it. Of course, these dogs are adorable just like any other dog, but they often cause more problems in this world. (Click title to read more!)
If you read my blog often, you know by now that a “Pit Bull” is not a real breed. Pit Bull refers to a muscular dog that fits a certain description. Oftentimes, American Pit Bull Terriers and Staffordshire Bull Terriers are the ones who most commonly fall under this category. But did you know that the American Kennel Club doesn’t recognize the American Pit Bull Terrier as an official breed? (Click title to read more!)
I recently realized that a lot of dog parents don’t know what a dog license is. This is sad, especially since many cities require your dog to be licensed. It’s not a hard thing to do, and if it’s required, you should definitely do it for you furry friend. Even if it’s not strictly enforced, it can still have plenty of benefits for you and your pup. (Click title to read more!)
Having your dog wear a collar seems like the norm. Most dogs wear collars to hold their identification tags in case they get lost. Many dog parents also use these collars for walking their dogs too. This might seem convenient, but did you know that harnesses are actually the safer choice? (Click title to read more!)
Right before I go to sleep, I tend to lick myself a lot. For a while, I’m sure it bothered Molly since I sleep right next to her, but now, I’m sure she’s used to it. Sometimes I lick my paws, my legs, or even my butt, and I know many dogs are the same way. So, is there a specific reason for this? (Click title to read more!)
It’s possible that you’ve heard the term “Wolf Dog” at some point in your life. However, even if you have, it’s likely that you don’t know exactly what a Wolf Dog is. Sure, they look cool, but I wouldn’t necessarily recommend them as a regular companion dog. So, what are these dogs? (Click title to read more!)
Most families are super excited to welcome a dog into their home. However, what many people don’t realize is that dogs completely change your life (in a good way, of course). We’re important family members, so you need to be prepared for a lot of new and exciting changes if you plan on adopting a dog. (Click title to read more!)
I’m sure everyone has heard about the horrors of leaving your dog in a hot car, but sadly, not everyone takes it seriously. Many dog lovers think everything will be okay if they are only gone for a few minutes or if they leave the window open a crack. However, dogs can easily die from this. The hotter the weather, the more dangerous it becomes. (Click title to read more!)
