Raising a dog can be both a rewarding and challenging experience. As pet parents, we strive to understand our furry companions better, including any potential differences in male vs female dogs. At Pupford, we recognize the importance of treating animals with empathy and seeking knowledge regarding the well-being of our four-legged friends. In this article,...

Your dog is more than just a pet—they trust you with their life. However, dogs have a natural instinct to hide their pain, dating back to their ancestral hunter-predator days. It's crucial for dog parents to understand how to recognize the signs a dog is in pain because dogs cannot verbally communicate their discomfort. In...

‘Tis the season for shedding! We think most dog parents can agree that one of the most needed cleaning tasks in their household is vacuuming, especially if your dog is a breed that sheds a lot. But the issue a lot of people run into is that their dog is scared of the vacuum or...

Separation anxiety in dogs is incredibly complex – there are a wide range of causes, signs, and ways to deal with it. There’s no one size fits all explanation or solution which, unfortunately, leaves it susceptible to a lot of misconceptions. What happens then is many well-meaning pup parents fall victim to common myths about...

Are you familiar with the subtle signals that dogs exhibit when they experience stress? It's crucial to recognize and understand these signals, as failing to provide assistance to your doggo can lead to further escalation. This article will help you understand the canine ladder of aggression, the different phases and signs of aggression in dogs...

Before we dive into the relaxation protocol for dogs, a quick question. Do any of the following remind you of your dog? 👇 Gets spooked by almost anything So. Much. Barking Chases alllllll the animals in the yard Just can’t seem to chill out If so, you may have a reactive dpg – one easily aroused...

One minute your puppy is playful, happy, and outgoing. Seemingly the next, they are scared of new people, hesitant of different environments, and jumpy when they hear sudden noises. Enter the puppy fear period! This can be really startling for a lot of pup parents, and even worry them that they are doing something wrong...

After a long day of playing, sniffing, adventuring, and (hopefully) learning new skills, your dog probably looks a lot like the one in that picture above right? And at some point in their well-earned slumber, you’ll likely see them go from complete calmness to twitching, tail wagging, legs pedaling, and tongue wagging within a matter...

For creatures who don’t speak our language, dogs are really great at communicating with us. The challenge comes in knowing what to look for when our dogs are trying to tell us something – which unfortunately people can get wrong from time to time. We see this a lot when it comes to appeasement behaviors...

Most dog parents are very well aware that their dogs are highly food motivated. In fact, a good amount would probably say their dog goes out of their way to gobble up any food in sight. This is why a lot of people are surprised when we drop this fun fact on them: dogs would...