animal behavior, dog behavior, dog ownership, dogs

8 Things We Do That Really Confuse Our Dogs

Dog behavior is extraordinarily flexible — this is why we can keep them in our homes and take them to cafes with us at the weekend. Nevertheless, there are ways in which evolution has not equipped dogs for the challenges of living in our world, and puppies must learn how to cope. Some of the ...

Troy Oakes

A dog with its head cocked.

Everyday Household Foods Your Dog Should Never Eat

Human food is safe for humans, but certain foods should not be given to your dog, even as a small treat. Even though they too are mammals, their digestion has been created to eat a smaller variety of foods — meat being their primary diet. The food we can eat is metabolized differently in dogs. For ...

Raven Montmorency

A dachshund.

Does Your Dog Respect You as a Pack Leader? Know the Signs

Most dog owners want a calm and assertive dog. But how do you get to that point? It is not something that happens overnight. The key is to keep the right energy with your dog and have your dog respect you as its pack leader. The first mistake you can make as a dog owner ...

Armin Auctor

A golden retriever.