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| answered a question | What to do with a nightmare dog you are sitting? Bad dog behavior commonly arises due to miscommunication and misunderstanding between human and dog. Destructive or aggressive behaviors towards other animals or people in dogs usually stem from some trigger. Destructive behaviors in dogs occur when there is a missing link somewhere. Something is wrong in the dog's mind that is causing the behavior to happen. Crating can be stressful because the dog loses his ability to escape if a threat should arise. Also, if he is still an intact male can cause these problems to arise. Non compliant, pushy and bossy attitude towards caretakers and strangers, lack of cooperation, periodic binges of household destruction, indoor restlessness/irritability, resistant an unwillingness to obey commands can all be attributed to him being an unneutered male. If you haven't yet developed a routine, start now. A tired dog is a happy dog. Provide the dog with exercise and enrichment. He will be more likely to rest up once he’s expended his energy. Providing lots of physical and mental stimulation is a vital part of treating many behavior problems. The more consistent you are, the sooner he will learn the better behaviors you're trying to teach. Best of luck ;-) |
| answered a question | How to stop dog barking at noises when left alone? Usually, right after an owner leaves a dog with separation anxiety, the dog will begin barking and displaying other distress behaviors within a short time after being left alone often within minutes. When the owner returns home, the dog acts as though it’s been years since he’s seen his guardian. For dogs with separation anxiety, try counter conditioning which makes the dog focuse on developing an association between being alone and good things, like delicious food. To develop this kind of association, every time you leave the house, you can offer your dog a puzzle toy stuffed with food that will take him at least 20 to 30 minutes to finish. These type of activities need to be offered every day, and toys need to be rotated to maintain their appeal and interest. |
| answered a question | Is it OK to give my dog Fish Oil to help with his dry skin? The primary components of fish oil are the Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. These fatty acids are highly beneficial to your dog’s system in a variety of ways. Fish oil also contains Vitamins A and D, both contributing to the health and durability of your dog’s skin. Using fish oil as a dietary supplement can help to bring your dog’s skin back to a healthy state and provide additional health benefits as well. |