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Why Do Dogs Lick Each Other?

Dogs lick other dog’s ears and faces as a social behavior and to explore the world, although research also points to submission and stomach pain.
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Scent Games for Dogs

Scent work is a natural way for dogs to enjoy a game and be enriched.

Why Do Dogs Show Their Teeth?

What it means when your dog bares his teeth – whether he’s growling or not – and what to do.
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How to Introduce a New Puppy to Your Old Dog

New Dog? Meet Old Dog. Here are some tips for introducing a new dog or puppy to the dog who is already part of your family.
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Do Dogs Have Good Memory?

Dr. Claudia Fugazza’s research shows that dogs have good memory.
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Eight Rules for Playing Tug With Your Dog

Why tug is a GOOD game to play with your dog, and how to do it safely.
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Should You Pet That Dog?

Where and how should you pet a dog for the best results?
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Food Aggression in Dogs

Guarding one’s food is a natural, normal behavior for dogs, but it’s not safe for other family members. Fortunately, diligent management will resolve the problem.
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How to Stop a Dog From Running Out the Door

How to prevent your dog from slipping (or bursting!) out the door and not wanting to come back.
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Why Do Dogs Bury Bones?

Instinct, of course. They’re protecting their assets.
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Why Does My Dog Have So Much Energy? Does He Have ADHD?

A high-energy dog’s behavior might beg a comparison to the symptoms of humans with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or hyperactivity, but these diagnoses are rare in dogs. Labels aside, let’s talk strategies for dealing with all that energy.
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Ways to Make a Dog Eat Slower

Knowing how to slow down a dog eating is vital to the dog’s health.

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