Behaviour Bytes - Human Attention & Canine Play
Researchers recently examined whether a human audience influenced play between dogs. The study was done with pairs of dogs that were...
Coming To Grips With Dog Aggression
Incidents of dog aggression are often misunderstood, because too much emphasis is put on the breed or the act, rather than on the antecedent
The Problem With Punishment (Part 1)
When using aversives as punishment for undesirable behaviour, there are a number of negative consequences that could potentially occur.
What's The Right Breed Of Dog For You?
With countless dog breeds to choose from, how will you choose which breed is right for you... or will you simply make your choice based on '
The Dominance Theory Myth
Despite advancements in our knowledge of canine behaviour, outdated theories still exist. As it relates to human-canine relationships, Domin
People Don't Praise Their Dogs Enough
Sometimes it's really hard not to generalize, but I do feel the need to generalize right now by saying, "People don't praise their dogs...
What Tale Does A Wagging Tail Tell?
A lot of people think that a wagging tail means a dog is showing his friendliness, but that belief could quickly get you into trouble. In...