Why do dogs eat grass?
Why do dogs eat grass? Eating non-food items like grass is technically known as pica and may be associated with a diet deficient in nutrients, vitamins, or minerals. But, dogs on well-balanced, commercial diets shouldn’t be nutritionally deficient, so why do they eat grass? Is it a physical need? One common assumption is that dogs eat grass […]
How To Teach a Dog To Stay
How To Teach a Dog To Stay A puppy who knows the “stay” cue will remain sitting until you ask him to get up by giving another cue, called the “release word.” Staying in place is a duration behavior. The goal is to teach your dog to remain sitting until the release cue is given, […]
How To Teach a Dog To Sit
How To Teach a Dog To Sit There are two different methods for showing your puppy what “sit” means. The first method is called capturing. Stand in front of your puppy holding some of his dog food or treats. Wait for him to sit – say “yes” and give him a treat. Then step backwards […]
People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets
People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets AlcoholCommon sense should tell you that you cannot give them any sort of alcoholic. It can cause vomiting, diarrhea, decreased coordination, central nervous system depression, difficulty breathing, tremors, abnormal blood acidity, coma and even death. Chocolate, Coffee and CaffeineThese products all contain substances called methylxanthines, which are found […]