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…
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…
Tired of Every New Toy Ending Up in the Dog Toy Graveyard? This is for YOU! If you’ve ever had a toy last less than a full episode of The Great British Bark-Off, I see you. One minute it’s a cheerful squeaky bone, the next—it’s fluff snowing across your living room like a festive explosion…
I was surprised to come across a rather heated online discussion: Why teach your dog stay? Should it be an actual command, or should it be implied when you tell your dog to sit or lie down? I hadn’t given it much thought before. For me, “stay” (or in my case, “wait”) is a must-have…
If you’ve ever felt frustrated because your dog won’t come back when called—whether at the park, on a walk, or in your own backyard—you’re not alone. The challenge of dog recall training is one that many dog owners face, especially when it feels like your dog is tuning you out, or only listens when it…