Puppy House Training Setbacks and solutions The house training (Potty Training) process is full of successes and setbacks. It is a proud moment when you think you’ve managed to house train your new puppy or dog as a dog owner. Only to encounter puppy house-training setbacks a few days, weeks or even months late. The... The post PUPPY HOUSE-TRAINING SETBACKS appeared first on Dogs Wags and Tails ..read more

We’re all aware that puppies are baby dogs! So, that is just one of the many reasons why you should never punish your dog because he is after all only a baby. Your dog’s intelligence is on par with a 2-year child, but we still expect a dog to behave however we wish them to... The post NEVER PUNISH YOUR DOG for bad behaviours appeared first on Dogs Wags and Tails ..read more

  I’ve written ’23 facts why owning a dog is good for you’, because I have always known that fact, but have not had the evidence to prove it.  Throughout my many years in nursing, I witnessed what I can only describe as several heartwarming miracles—all associated with dogs helping people. We know there are... The post WHY OWNING A DOG IS GOOD FOR YOU? appeared first on Dogs Wags and Tails ..read more

  Dogs are lovely creatures and make excellent companions. But there is a raft of lies, falsehoods and dog training myths the dog owner needs to be aware of. As a dog owner, your responsibility is to care and train your dog to the best of your ability. Often this will mean that you may... The post 25 Dog Training Myths and Misconceptions appeared first on Dogs Wags and Tails ..read more

  SURVIVAL TIPS FOR NEW DOG OWNERS CARING FOR YOUR DOG New dog owners learning to care for their dog shouldn’t have to find the process challenging. Indeed, the whole experience can be joyful and awe-inspiring. But first, let me congratulate you on adding a dog as a new member of the family. And also... The post NEW DOG OWNERS SURVIVAL TIPS appeared first on Dogs Wags and Tails ..read more

  COMMANDS YOU MUST TEACH YOUR DOG? Why teach your dog? All dog training is important for both you and your dog and helps develop a bond between you. Who doesn’t want a well-trained, obedient dog? There is no doubt that dogs over the centuries have always wanted to please their human companion by being... The post TEACH YOUR DOG IMPORTANT COMMANDS appeared first on Dogs Wags and Tails ..read more

  Each dog is different, even discounting breeding traits and they’ll handle stress in various ways. To form a true, strong bond with your dog takes time. It will also help if you have a shedload of patience and empathy. Why bonding with your dog matters is that a bond helps to create a healthy... The post BONDING WITH YOUR DOG MATTERS : now make it happen appeared first on ..read more

  Puppy aggression is a worrying factor for many dog owners, especially new dog owners and more so if they are unaware of the puppy or dog’s background. So, first, we need to identify if a puppy is actually displaying puppy aggressive or not, and then we’ll move on and discuss adult dog aggression and... The post Puppy aggression: how to stop him becoming an aggressive dog? appeared first on ..read more

  When a dog jumps up at strangers and other dogs, it is often classified as their way of greeting. Jumping is a normal dog behaviour, so most dogs will jump up on people unless they are trained not to do so. Dogs who are not trained to jump up will readily put their paws on people, not because they’re naughty dogs, but... The post My Dog Jumps up at Strangers and Other Dogs? appeared first on ..read more

  If your dog is afraid of water, bathing him can become quite a problem. You may think when your dog fears water; it’s not a life and death situation for him not to have a bath. But, it is important to get your dog familiar with having the occasional bath for many reasons, including:... The post MY DOG IS AFRAID OF WATER, HOW CAN I BATHE HIM? appeared first on ..read more