It can be difficult to imagine your sweet, snuggly pup suddenly becoming aggressive and biting you or someone else. But the truth is all dogs are capable of biting. Every year, there are more than 4.5 million dog bite incidents in the United States. About 800,000 people seek medical attention for dog bites annually; about … Read More »
Understanding Dogs
Do Dogs Smile? What’s Really Behind That Adorable Smile?
You’ve had a long, stressful day at work. You drive the same traffic-jammed route to Canine Campus. Thirty minutes later, you’re finally there. The supervisor brings your pup out and … there it is. Eyes filled with pure joy, and those beautiful pearly whites getting closer as your dog comes toward you. Suddenly, happiness washes … Read More »
Does Your Dog Know You Love Him or Her? Here’s How to Tell
Dog lovers everywhere enjoy expressing the love and affection they have for their dogs. But does your dog understand the depth of love you have for him or her? According to Dr. Brian Hare, a canine cognition specialist, our dogs do know we love them. Dogs and humans have the ability to form a special … Read More »
18 Unique Nose Work Jobs Only Dogs Can Do
It’s no secret dogs have a powerful sense of smell. As a matter of fact, dogs have up to 300 million olfactory receptors in their nose, which is pretty impressive considering humans have 6 million. This means dogs’ sense of smell is 40 times better than ours. Amazingly, dogs smell at one part per trillion. … Read More »
How to Introduce Your Dog to a New Baby
The time when parents bring a new baby home is one of the great joys in a family’s life. But it may be tricky for the family dog. Babies aren’t just stressful for parents – they can be stressful for dogs too. Parents can find themselves feeling caught between their dogs – often their “first … Read More »
Dog Socialization During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In the past year since the global pandemic changed life as we know it, people have adapted to the new societal requirements. We’ve learned to eat takeout instead of dining in restaurants indoors and some of us are working remotely. In many places wearing a mask and maintaining a six-foot distance is expected. We’re also … Read More »
5 Ways Dogs Show Gratitude
Most dog owners will tell you their dog is awesome. They love their dog and their dog seems to reciprocate. But do dogs genuinely feel gratitude or other positive emotions? This question has eluded scientists for a long time. Breakthrough research conducted by Emory University might change the way people view dogs forever. In the … Read More »
What to Do If Your Dog is a Picky Eater
Most dogs will eat anything and everything without any hesitation. However, there are a few dogs that just don’t have much enthusiasm for their food. It can be concerning if your dog doesn’t show interest in his or her food. Before you try to correct the problem of a picky eater, make sure your dog … Read More »
