DogBehavior

Jun
05
2022
By Ellen Britt
Why Yelling At Your Dog Doesn’t Work

Why Yelling At Your Dog Doesn’t Work

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Ellen Britt for CNT #wooftipsYes we humans love our dogs and yes, sometimes they also make us want to pull our hair out! But no matter what your dog does and how tempted you are, you should never yell or scream at your dog. Why?Because not only does it not work, yelling at your dog can actually make the situation worse. Your dog doesn’t know why you are yelling, even if it seems obvious to you. Your yelling, whether over something he did hours ago or even a few minutes ago, is not addressing the dog’s behavior.Yelling at your dog weakens any…
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May
16
2022
By Ellen Britt
Why Does Your Dog Shake His Toys?

Why Does Your Dog Shake His Toys?

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Ellen Britt for CNT #exploreIf you are like most dog owners, you delight in seeing your dog play with his toys. And most likely, you’ve also seen your dog grab one of his toys and shake it, perhaps gently and perhaps not so gently. Some dogs shake the toy violently, whipping their heads back and forth and also growl as well. What’s going on here?Well, the most common explanation for this goes back to your dog’s ancestral heritage. Canines are descended from wolves and they are hunters by nature. This “shaking” in wild animals is known as the “kill shake” and is…
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