John Woods tackles why dogs eat grass. In spite of research efforts, there’s no explanation for this. There is one clear warning, however. Don’t let dogs eat grass that has been chemically treated with glyphosate and don’t let them eat toxic plants. Source: All Things Dog, March 18, 2020. Link. … [Read more...]
Why dogs howl at sirens
It is thought that dogs howl at sirens because they believe they are communicating with other dogs, writes John Woods. Science doesn’t support the idea that dogs howl because sirens hurt their ears he says. If a dog’s howling is causing a nuisance, counter conditioning by teaching them to settle can work. Source: All Things Dog, February 14, 2020. Link. … [Read more...]
A guide to dog muzzles
If an owner is relying on a dog muzzle in the absence of any other training – they are failing. These devices are not magic, they will not solve a behavioral problem and they aren’t a cop-out for a poorly trained dog. They simply limit damage while you rehabilitate your dog, says John Woods. He adds muzzles can be brilliant for reactive dogs, as they can help to: Limit … [Read more...]
Take Fido for a bike ride in his own basket
John Wood offers a look at five bicycle baskets that allow a pet owner to take a smaller dog along for a ride. He says the baskets are safer than a small dog running alongside a rider. Biking enthusiasts will enjoy getting this information via social media or in an e-newletter. Source: All Things Dog, May 13, 2019. Link. Choose properly-sized pet baskets which have: … [Read more...]
250-plus unrivaled names for dogs
New pet owners might appreciate this set of unique names for dogs. These names include the least-common dog names in the world, creative dog names, and some which are a little exotic that offer an extra specialness that dog owners may find intriguing. Consider this for social media posts, e-newsletters or new pet kits. Source: All Things Dog, May 2, 2019. Link. … [Read more...]