Every situation is different. I thought we had a dog with anxiety. Turns out, he just doesn’t like change. Nevertheless, I’ve been down the rabbit hole of looking up what the best treatment for dogs with anxiety is, and I can tell you, it starts with identifying the triggers. That’s because there’s different types of…
Spotting the signs a dog is in pain isn’t straightforward, because they’re wired to hide pain. It’s instinct. In the wild, showing weakness could make them a target. Staffies can be especially hard to read. They’re known for being stoic, so they often won’t show pain until it’s really bothering them. And then there are…
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…
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,…
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…