The Great Pyrenees Mountain Dog – also known as the Pyrenean Mountain Dog – is a large, majestic breed that originated in the Pyrenees Mountains between France and Spain. Cattle are bred for protection from predators such as wolves and bears, and have a strong instinct to protect their family and territory. Most agree that…
What Is Nibbling in Dogs? Nibbling is a term used to describe a dog’s gentle, repetitive chewing process. Unlike biting, biting is an innocent behavior that lacks aggressive intent. Unlike gnawing, which involves a dog’s canines, when dogs gnaw, they mostly use their incisors, which are the dog’s front teeth. If you’re wondering why dogs…
Many dog owners experience that their dogs make night noises, whines and howls for no apparent reason. It can be difficult to differentiate what dogs want: Are they unhappy? Afraid of being sick alone? I will help you get to the root cause. But the biggest question you might have is how to stop your…
You may be surprised how much spaying your dog can have on his behavior and temperament. Does spaying or neutering a female dog cause any problems? Spaying is a standard procedure in which a dog’s ovaries and uterus are removed, preventing her from going into heat and reproducing. I will explain how this surgery can…
No wonder dogs love tennis balls. Almost every dog with access to tennis balls loves to play with them, whether that means chewing on one, playing fetch, burying the ball in the yard, or jumping around. Tennis balls are a simple and fun game that most dogs enjoy. Since dogs love tennis balls so much,…
It is important to know that dogs love belly rubs, especially if you are one of the people who cannot resist a dog belly massage. If dogs easily roll over and expose their bellies, they must be doing so because they like to have their bellies rubbed, right? It doesn’t get any clearer than that,…
Is your dog a picky eater? Do they bite, nip or bite people or other animals that come near their bowls? I can understand how you feel because my dog was aggressive around food. But solving this problem gently and kindly is easy. First, I’ll explain why this behavior occurs and how to recognize the…
Rabbit poop is a delicacy for some dogs, but why? You may feel frustrated and confused by your dog’s behavior. Rest assured, dogs eating rabbit feces is common. Many of the animals I’ve cared for over the years have been obsessed with rabbit droppings. But are there any positive reasons to do this, or is…
Dogs are incredibly intelligent and curious creatures who thrive on exploring new things. They need mental stimulation to keep their minds sharp and satisfied. When you provide your pet with a mental challenge, you allow them to use their mind and engage their senses. This article will explore interactive games and entertainment that you can…
Dog Scent Is Important for Communication Dogs have an incredible sense of smell. In fact, they have 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses, so the part of their brain that analyzes smell is 40 times larger than ours. Dogs are very skilled at smelling and recognizing scents, making them work in search and recovery…