There are seven major dog groups: Working, Herding, Toy, Hound, Sporting, Non-Sporting, and Terrier. What is a Category 3 dog? Category 3: breeds where some dogs have visible…
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The history of dog About seven centuries ago, the word hound, which came from the Old English hund, was the word for all domestic canines. Dog was just…
“They prefer a social cognitive solution”—that is, they want their owner to help them open the box. Dogs’ preference for a social solution does not mean that they…
Pets, especially dogs and cats, can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, ease loneliness, encourage exercise and playfulness, and even improve your cardiovascular health. Caring for an animal can…
Dogs Prefer “Short” Sounds Several experts also agree that a hard consonant sound in the name, such as “c” or “k,” helps dogs distinguish it from surrounding sounds….
Certain music genres have been proven to be more soothing for your dog than others. Reggae and soft rock are the most relaxing music for dogs in shelters,…
More specifically, a well-behaved pup should respond to seven directions in order to become a good canine citizen: Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Heel, Off, and No. What are…