A torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is a common injury in dogs. A torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is the human equivalent of this condition, although they are not the same. The CCL in dogs is one of the most important stabilizing structures of the canine knee joint. The CCL holds the knee joint in … Read More »
Archives for February 2023
7 Tips to Teach Your Dog to Stop Pulling on the Leash
Pulling on the leash. Along with tail teasing squirrels and frigid strong winds, pulling on the leash can definitely make your walk with your dog less enjoyable. In reality, you’re not alone. Lots of people who walk their dogs struggle with their dog pulling too hard on their leash. You’re not doomed to be pulled … Read More »
11 Most Ancient Dog Breeds on Earth
How old is the world’s oldest dog breed? And what was the first dog breed on earth? The answer isn’t as clear cut as it might seem. While research published by Nature has suggested the earliest dogs might have been domesticated 20,000 – 40,000 years ago, fossil evidence points to dogs becoming domesticated about 14,000 … Read More »
How to Get Your Dog’s Attention Using the “Watch Me” Command
Getting your dog’s attention, especially when you’re starting out with training, is the first step to teaching new behaviors. If your dog isn’t watching you, he or she probably isn’t listening either. But how do you get your dog’s attention when there are so many distractions around, especially for playful young puppies? The best way … Read More »
