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Have you heard of imprinting and wondered what it meant? Or have you ever wondered if your dog was born knowing how to be a dog? The short answer to the second question is no. Dogs, like humans, …

Do you have a "Velcro dog" that never leaves your side? Or one that likes to follow you around, but only some of the time? Either way, this behavior has a purpose. You may love it when your dog …

Dogs are pack animals. When your family adopts a dog, you become members of his or her “pack.” A common behavior of pack animals is that they sleep together for protection and bonding. Knowing this, …

For most dogs, a bath is a necessary evil. Owners know when their dogs need washing, and the event involves filling a tub, providing a good shampoo, brushing the dog before and after, drying out the …

A person with a broken fingernail or toenail may become annoyed, but when a dog breaks a nail, it can be very painful and somewhat dangerous. A dog can break or snag a nail on just about anything: c …

One of the most distinguishing traits about the Chow breed, besides their lion-like mane, is their blue/black tongue. The common belief is that if a mixed breed dog has black spots on his tongue …

Does your dog groan or make odd noises when lying down to rest? Some dogs are just noisy, no matter the circumstance, and some dogs are quiet little angels when they flop down to sleep. If you hav …

If you keep up with trends in the health and wellness space, you’ve probably heard that the latest wonder-supplement is hiding in your spice rack. Turmeric has been shown to prevent and treat several …

Humans view a hug as a sign of affection, but many dogs would prefer that we skip them. Wrapping our arms around their neck just makes some dogs uncomfortable. However, that certainly doesn't me …

Mouthing is a common dog behavior many owners have to deal with. From the dog's perspective, it's a natural way to greet someone, interact with other dogs or investigate their environment. It's mo …

Most of the time our dogs act like ravenous beasts who devour any food that comes their way, although admittedly there are some dogs who are picky eaters. Puppies eat as if they haven't been fed i …

Your dog is your best friend, but how do your family members and neighbors feel about Fido? For a dog to be a good citizen, he or she must have good manners and understand a variety of commands. You …