Find out what your dog’s sleep positions mean
Can you decipher dog tail messages?
Understand what your dog’s saying with his paw
What does your dog’s sleep position mean?
Dog sleep positions range from curling up tight to sleeping on their backs. The position shows your dog’s confidence and trust in you.
Could my dog have canine autism?
Most puppies and dogs diagnosed with canine autism lack socialization skills. They don’t like to be touched and usually won’t make eye contact.
Puppy 101: 7 tips to start your new dog on the right paw
Raising a puppy takes a lot of work and patience. Use DogsBestLife.com’s Puppy 101 guide to help get your puppy started on the right paw.
Dog behavior: Understand pawing
Pawing is a natural and inherent way for dogs or puppies to communicate and demand that we “focus” on them so they can tell us what they need.
5 tips to make your dog stop eating feces
Because there are many reasons why some dogs eat feces, it can be a major challenge for some dog owners to make their dogs stop eating feces.
Why does my puppy get hiccups? And what can I do to stop them?
Dog hiccups are so common some veterinarians think that they can be a part of the laundry list of “growing pains” some puppies must endure.
Why do dogs lick?
Dogs lick as a way to communicate their moods, level of submission and to show affection. Dogs also lick to groom and to keep wounds clean.
Learn to decipher dog tail messages
Canines communicate using body language and a dog tail message can convey anything from happiness and confidence to fear and aggression.
Dog health: Should you dock your dog’s tail?
Docked tail: Originally removed on working dogs to prevent injuries. For many breeds, selective breeding and nature have taken care of tail docking.
Look at your dog’s tail to unravel her pedigree
A dog tail, as a rule, tells the tale of your pup’s lineage. The length, shape, and position can help you determine the dog breed.
Is it better to have two dogs?
If you plan to leave your dog during the day while you are at work, it may be better to have two dogs so that they can keep each other company.
7 warning signs your dog is stressed
Dog stress: Watch for seven warning signs your dog is in danger and take immediate action to help your dog. Stress can cause serious health issues.
Dog health: Why dogs eat grass
Dogs eat grass if they have ingested something toxic. Dogs eat grass sometimes if they have diarrhea or if they are constipated.
Prepare for a dog-friendly trip
Plan a dog-friendly trip with a little help from the folks at GoPetFriendly.com to find dog-friendly hotels, destinations and activities.
Stop dog begging: 10 easy tips
The easiest way to stop dog begging is to not let it start. Don’t tolerate it from your dog or let any people encourage it.
4 life lessons dogs teach owners
While you’re training your dog not chew on your shoes and to sit, stay and come, be sure to open yourself to the life lessons dogs teach owners.
Learn to read dog body language
Learn to read dog body language so you’ll you know why your dog does what she does and what it means when she’s panting, shaking or sniffing.
Couch potato dogs for couch potato owners
Make an honest assessment of your lifestyle to help you choose the right dog. If you’re a couch potato, get a couch potato dog, not a high energy dog.
Help your dog sleep all night
The most common cause of canine insomnia is pent-up energy. Help your dog sleep through the night by making sure she gets plenty of exercise.
Can my dog eat that?
Use this handy info graphic to understand healthy human foods dogs can eat safely. Add healthy meats, fruits and vegetables to your dog’s diet.