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It's no coincidence that a dog is a man's best friend; they're more faithful than most other animals, and more faithful than many people.
Ensuring Your Outdoor Dog's Well-being: Essential Tips for a Happy and Safe Outdoor Life
Deciding whether to keep a dog outdoors requires careful consideration of the pros and cons associated with this lifestyle. While dogs are highly adaptable animals, it's crucial to provide a safe and enjoyable outdoor environment for them. In this article, we will explore the advantages and disadvantages of keeping a dog outdoors and provide ideas to ensure their safety and happiness.
Big Dog ShoppingPublished 10 months ago in PetlifeObedience Training for Dogs: 4 Easy Cues to Master
The first thing most pet parents teach their dogs is the very important “sit” cue, but there are a few other obedience lessons that are equally important to master. These basic cues help dogs improve their impulse control, teach them good manners, and in some situations are literal life savers. Keep in mind, “mastery” means that your dog will respond no matter how distracting the environment, so it’s likely you’ll have to continue to brush up on the following skills throughout your dog’s lifetime. But the good news is training is an excellent way to cement your bond with your dog, and even better, it’s fun.
maryem maryemPublished 10 months ago in PetlifeWhy Do Dogs Howl? 5 Reasons To Understand Why Your Dog Is Howling
Dogs are undoubtedly one of the most beloved and highly regarded companion animals. They are known for their loyalty, playfulness, and social nature. One of the distinct behaviors of dogs that fascinates many pet parents is howling.
maryem maryemPublished 10 months ago in PetlifeFear Aggression in Dogs
When a dog is labeled as “aggressive,” people typically think this means the dog is a bad animal. But that’s far from the case. He’s not a bad dog—he’s a dog that has not been heard, a dog that needs space, or a dog that experienced some trauma that’s changed how he responds to real or perceived threats.
maryem maryemPublished 10 months ago in PetlifeFear Aggression in Cats
Though the house cats we know today have been domesticated for thousands of years, they still retain many innate features of wild felines. Cats in the wild are predators and are hard-wired to attack prey such as birds, mice, and reptiles. But their small stature makes them vulnerable to attack by larger predators such as coyotes, eagles, and owls. Because of this, cats have a natural aggression response to perceived threats.
maryem maryemPublished 10 months ago in Petlife9 Cat Noises and What They Mean
Like humans, cats have a vast vocabulary. Up to 21 different feline vocalizations have been described in scientific research, but their vocal repertoire probably contains even more. Cats can use these vocalizations to create complex phrases—sort of like sentences created by people—and there are many reasons for why they speak up.
maryem maryemPublished 10 months ago in PetlifeWhy Do Dogs Lick You?
You may love your dog, but not all of us like slobbery kisses from our furry canine friends. Many pet parents believe their dogs lick them to show affection, and while this may be true some of the time, there are also many other functions for licking.
maryem maryemPublished 10 months ago in PetlifeHow To Pick Up a Cat
Picking up a cat and holding them in a way that they’ll appreciate is a skill you can learn at any time, whether you’re a new or experienced cat parent. However, there’s one thing you should never do: picking them up by the scruff of the neck, or “scruffing” them, says Dr. Julie Liu, an Elite Fear Free Certified Professional and Cat Friendly Veterinarian. While kittens are often picked up this way by their mothers, many adult cats will find this painful and scary.
maryem maryemPublished 10 months ago in PetlifeWhat Is the Flehmen Response in Cats?
If you ever notice your cat sneering or making a “stinky face,” that’s the flehmen response. Also called the flehmen reaction or flehmen grimace, the flehmen response is a behavioral response seen in cats (and other animals such as goats, tigers, and horses) that helps them process interesting smells, such as pheromones—chemical compounds secreted to help relay messages to other members of their species regarding territory, breeding, and identification.
maryem maryemPublished 10 months ago in PetlifeFur-ever Friends
Fur-ever Friends: Discovering the Joy of Dogs as Pets Chapter 1: A Chance Encounter Emily was an introverted girl who had always been fascinated by dogs. However, her family had never owned a pet, and she yearned for the companionship and unconditional love that only a dog could provide. One sunny afternoon, as she strolled through the park lost in her thoughts, fate intervened. A playful puppy bounded towards her, wagging its tail and showering her with sloppy kisses. Emily's heart melted as she realized this was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
How To Train a Dog With Positive Reinforcement
What Is Positive Reinforcement? You may have heard the term “positive reinforcement” and possibly some descriptions of what it means. The term actually has two meanings: It is a process that helps dogs (actually, all pets) learn new skills, and is also used to identify a group of trainers who use positive reinforcement as their main method of training.
maryem maryemPublished 10 months ago in PetlifeA Max's Journey to Find Love and Belonging
Once upon a time, in a small suburban neighborhood, there lived a dog named Max. Max was a scruffy little mutt with a heart full of adventure and a belly always hungry for more. Life, however, hadn't been particularly kind to Max. He had spent most of his days wandering the streets, searching for scraps and hoping for a kind soul to take him in.
Balan LevinPublished 10 months ago in Petlife