Category Archives: Dog Behavior

Anxiety Management, Dog Behavior, Health and Wellness, Pet Guardian Resources, Training and Obedience

Understanding Social Anxiety in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Management Strategies

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A bell curve graph illustrating the spectrum of dog sociability, ranging from highly social to extremely anxious, with the majority of dogs falling in the middle range of sociability.
07
Nov

Understanding and Managing Social Anxiety in Dogs Social anxiety in dogs can manifest in a multitude of ways, from the subtle showing of teeth to the more obvious attempts to hide or escape a situation. As pet guardians, recognizing and addressing these signs of distress is crucial for the well-being of our canine companions. This […]

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Dog Behavior, Dog TRaining, Product Guide

Ultimate Guide to Desensitizing Dogs That Dislike Being Picked Up: A Natural Approach to Calming Dog Anxiety

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Dog displaying signs of aggression such as bared teeth and tense posture when a person attempts to pick it up.
14
Sep

Desensitizing Dogs That Dislike Being Picked Up Introduction: For many pet parents, lifting their canine companion off the ground seems like an everyday, uneventful action. However, in some cases, this simple gesture can become a stress-inducing event, leading to growls, bared teeth, and in extreme situations, bites. Whether you’re a seasoned professional in the field […]

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Behavior and Training, Canine Anxiety, Dog Behavior, Dog Health and Wellness, Uncategorized

Understanding Dog Anxiety: 10 Types You Need to Know – A Comprehensive Guide

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Dog sitting alone representing various types of canine anxieties
08
Sep

Understanding Dog Anxiety: A Comprehensive Guide to 10 Types  If you’ve got a pup at home or you’re a seasoned pro in the canine behavior field, you’ve probably encountered a doggo that seems a bit… well, anxious. Believe it or not, our four-legged friends can get stressed out just like us humans! So, let’s break […]

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Anxiety Disorders, Dog Behavior, Genetics, Pet Health, Veterinary Science

Understanding Canine Anxiety: The Role of Genetics in Dog Behavior

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Dog Anxiety and Genetics
30
Aug

Is Your Dog’s Anxiety Genetic? Unraveling the Hereditary Factors That Influence Canine Anxiety Introduction If you’ve ever watched your dog pace nervously before a thunderstorm, destroy pillows when left alone, or cower at the sight of a stranger, you’ve encountered the baffling and sometimes heartbreaking world of canine anxiety. The furrowed brows and tucked tails […]

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Dog Behavior, Holistic Therapies for Pets, Training & Tips

Managing Car Anxiety in Dogs A Comprehensive Guide

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Dog sitting calmly in a car, looking out the window
19
Aug

A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding and Managing Car Anxiety in Dogs   Understanding the Origins of Car Anxiety Every behavior in dogs, including anxiety, has an origin. Whether it’s an evolutionary trait, an individual experience, or a combination of both, understanding the root cause helps tailor the solution. Puppyhood experiences Young puppies have malleable minds, […]

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