Ever stopped mid-pour and wondered, “Should you leave water out for your dog all day?” Been there. Right after a long scrubbing session to get rid of algae from the corner of a stainless steel bowl. Following that episode, I delved deeper into the issue and discovered that many dog owners are unsure whether unfettered…
No matter what bowl’s in the dog crate, some dogs can be downright dramatic. Some paw at the water like it’s a puzzle to solve, others splash around or even avoid the bowl entirely. It might sound like just a quirky habit, but these dog bowl behaviours can actually reveal what your dog really thinks…
Sick of walking into puddles?If your dog digs in the water bowl, it’s not purely to annoy you. It can be to get your attention, but often, it’s just a habit they need to be trained out of. Here’s why it happens, and what you can do to fix it. When your dog digs in…
Crates keep dogs contained but they don’t have to be a holding pen. For dogs that whine, bark, howl, pace, and even try to escape, what you need isn’t just a way to contain your dog, but a way to teach a dog to relax when you’re not around. That way, you can go about…
Dogs can experience nearly every type of anxiety that humans do. From separation and social anxiety to phobias and general anxiety. However, unlike people, they don’t develop conditions like selective mutism, since they don’t use language in the same way. That said, they may go silent or “shut down” in fearful situations. Discover the 6…
Have you decided to give a pup a forever home? Congrats! To make that forever as long as humanely possible, a great start is a puppy proofing your home checklist. For that, it helps to hear about the occasional mishaps of those who’ve successfully made it through the puppy-training phase (in our case, Staffies, but…
Is your Staffy puppy biting? Nipping and mouthing is totally normal — especially in Staffies, who play rough and love interaction. But that doesn’t mean you want it sticking around. Those baby teeth get replaced by jaws with serious bite power. It’s a good idea to start teaching bite control early. Let’s break down why…
The best dog crates for anxiety depend on your pup’s quirks—a fortress for houdinis, not soft sides, and chewers can think wire crates help with teething. Finding the right dog crate can feel like picking out a new apartment—only your roommate chews shoes and thinks zoomies at 3 a.m. are reasonable. Whether you’ve got a…
If you’re at your wit’s end, convinced that “tough chew” labels are some kind of cruel joke, and just hoping to find a toy that’ll still be in one piece by morning—you’re in luck. I know of a few that actually hold up! With two Staffies who take “aggressive chewers” to a whole new level,…