Why Does My Dog Steal My Socks & Shoes? + Why Dogs Like Socks | Pupford
One of my favorite questions I see online is 'why does my dog steal my socks'. 🤪
If you often find yourself pacing around your house looking for the other sock or shoe that you swore you just saw, this post is
for you.
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Dog Growling Guide: Snarling, Growling During Play & More | Pupford
Dog growling is one of the many ways our pups communicate, and it's important for humans who interact with dogs to understand what
it means and the proper way to react.
Growling is a vocal expression of a dog's discomfort, which generally follows visual cues. Growling gets a bad reputation because
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Wood Chew Toys for Dogs: Which to Avoid, Which are Safe, and Benefits | Pupford
Whether it was a stick in the backyard or the leg of your dining room table (ugh), odds are your dog has chewed on wood at some
point in their lives.
Odds are also that they really enjoyed it.
It makes sense if you think about it – wood is one of the most readily available things for dogs to chew ... Continue reading
Top 10 Important Things to Teach Your Puppy First (w/Videos) | Pupford
The holiday season and the new year [https://pupford.com/new-years-resolutions-for-your-dog/] are common times for families to
bring a puppy into their home.
While it’s a super exciting venture for any family, it can also be a bit overwhelming and even lead to the puppy blues
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Your Brain’s Best Friend? It Might Be Your Dog | Pupford
Feeling sluggish? Not feeling mentally alert? Struggling to make decisions?
You may just need to pet a dog…
At least, that’s what the initial findings from a group of researchers have to say!
While all research can have limitations, the findings of the effects of contact with a dog on prefrontal ... Continue reading
Tips for Training Dogs Around Distractions | Pupford
Has your dog ever mastered a behavior in training sessions or at home only to have it all go out the window in a real-world
setting?
We’ve all been there.
Likely, distractions are to blame.
People walking by, squirrels darting across the road [https://pupford.com/stop-chasing-squirrels/], the sme... Continue reading
Do Dogs Understand Holidays? | Pupford
The holiday season is a busy time of year with all the social engagements due to Thanksgiving
[https://pupford.com/thanksgiving-foods-dogs-can-eat/], Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Year's parties, extra visitors in the house,
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Can Dogs Get Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? | Pupford
Have you ever noticed that rainy days can make you sad or sleepy? Alternatively, warm, sunny days might make you happier, while
scorching days could make you sluggish. Of course, we are also well aware of the well-known saying on Game of Thrones - Winter Is
Coming. And even if you're not a GOT chara... Continue reading
How to Fill A Dog’s Emotional Cup | Pupford
“You can’t pour from an empty cup.”
I’m sure you’ve heard that phrase before, but have you really thought about what it means – what is the cup? What are we pouring?
What happens when it’s empty?
We hear the phrase a lot in terms of self-love, and making sure our own needs are met before (or while... Continue reading
How Many Walks a Day for a Dog? Focus on THIS Instead | Pupford
While you may be wanting to know how many times a day you should walk your dog, I want to convince you in this article to think
about this question differently!
Before you close this tab, stick with me for a few minutes. By the end of this article, I promise you’ll feel more confident in
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