ThunderShirt reviews from a variety of dog owners who have tried the product with their dogs during fireworks and thunderstorms. Read more to find out if it might help your dog.
Dog behavior
Hello! Here’s a little update on training my weimaraner, Remy! He will turn 5 years old in February! I like to write these training updates to document our progress over the years. I also think it’s helpful to remind other dog owners that training is ongoing. You’re never really done. In the comments below, please …
When I take my dog out on our local trails, I want him to walk on a loose leash, pay attention to me and not jump on people. I just want my dog to behave in public. Instead, Remy is a wild mess. He’s just so excited! All of the time! His eyes bug out. …
Many dogs fear going to the vet. While some are simply shy or nervous, others are truly aggressive and will growl, lunge and even try to bite. If your dog is aggressive at the vet, I have some ideas for you to try. I’m Barbara and I write regularly for That Mutt. I’m also a …
The greatest thing that Baxter taught me was that I’m a dog person. I always knew he wasn’t going to be my one-and-only dog. During this time between dogs, I’m taking some time to think and plan for the next addition to our family (in addition to being a dog person, I’m an organized, analytical, …
Tug-of-war is a fun game that many dogs love because it mimics shaking their prey! They can play it with a human, other dogs, or even just themselves. However, there are a few instances in which dogs shouldn’t get to play tug, and I’ll point them out in this article. Pros of playing tug of …
First I’ll share tips on how to introduce a new puppy or adult dog to your cat, along with what to consider before you even bring Fido home in the first place. I also cover the tough decision of having to re-home a dog who’s determined to harm your resident cat. Can dogs and cats …
Do you allow your dog up on the furniture or is it a strict no-go in your home? Regardless of your preference, there’s certainly no right answer to this question. In this article, we’ll offer proactive solutions to keep your dog off the furniture, but we’ll also look at the topic from different angles. For …
My dog’s training progress – one year later! Read about how it’s going with Wally’s training and socialization.
How to help your dog and toddler get along – an update on how it’s going with 2-year-old Ellie and Baxter the dog.