Dog FAQs

It is essential for every dog, no matter how big, or small, or whether you want to show, or work, or just play with, to have basic obedience training.

This comprehensive article is filled with useful information for anyone thinking about getting a new dog, whether a puppy or an adult.

Whether you're thinking of getting a purebred dog or a mix, you should take the time to do some research into dog breeds.

Sometimes a dog who is naturally dominant has trouble with other dogs. Here are some common-sense things you can do.

So many people think #4 is true, but it's not. Check out all 6 myths about dog behaviors, which we have debunked with detailed explanations.

Chicken soup ice cubes for a teething puppy? Sure, why not. Read on for some more expert tips to help.

All house-training problems are frustrating, but the good news is that they're often easy to fix with a little thought and care.

An alpha leader is fair. An alpha leader deserves their position. They do not use fear, punishment, or brute force to achieve and maintain their position.

There are many, many great books out there on dog training. Here are five of my favorites.

You house-train an older dog exactly as you would a puppy, with the big difference that they will catch on much more quickly as adults. Here are some tips.

It is essential for every dog, no matter how big, or small, or whether you want to show, or work, or just play with, to have basic obedience training.

House-training is relatively simple with puppies. The most important thing to understand is that it takes time. Here are some expert tips from K9 Web.

Here are two common behavioral problems we see with young puppies, and how to deal with them through tried-and-true training methods.

Short answer: There really is no right or wrong. There are dog training methods that are more effective under certain circumstances than others.

Dogs are by nature den creatures — and the crate is their den. It is a safe haven where dogs don't have to worry about defending their territory.

There are several steps you can take to increase the chances of your dog being returned to you if lost, or to decrease the chances of your dog being stolen.

In general, your dog should sleep with you in your room at night. However, you may still want to provide shelter if you leave the dog outside while you are gone.

Virtually any chew toy has potential problems, so always keep an eye out for them. Here are some good dog chew toys — and some not-so-good ones.

An unrestrained dog that climbs everywhere may get into the driver's lap and cause havoc. Here's a quick look at several types of restraints.

Plastic food dishes acquire microscopic scratches in which bacteria flourishes.

Here are some pros and cons of different types of collars — plus a few notes on leashes.

Epilepsy is found in all breeds and mixed breeds of dogs. If your dog is experiencing either mild or severe seizures, there is help for both of you.

Despite the name, ringworm is caused by a fungus, Microsporum canis and less frequently by other species. Here is what you need to know.

Rabies is probably the oldest and most well-known (if also misunderstood) of the diseases that can affect almost all warm-blooded mammals.

Research on canine hip dysplasia (CHD) suggests it is a more complex disease than was first thought. There are no simple answers or solutions to the problem.

Symptoms may not appear until a full year has passed since infection. Because of this, heartworm disease in a dog is often mistaken for another problem.