Dog Bite Prevention
One of the most common reasons that a dog bites people is because of fear-based aggression. This occurs when a dog is scared, feels threatened in a situation, and a person doesn’t realize or acknowledge how scared the dog is. When dogs are extremely scared, and a person does not leave them alone, they may […]
Understanding a cat’s body language
Cats communicate their emotions through a wide range of body language, which can help us understand how they’re feeling in different situations. A cat may appear friendly, trusting, or relaxed when it feels safe and content, while attentive or hunting behavior shows focus and alertness. On the other hand, signs of anxiety, worry, or irritation […]
What does tail wagging mean?
Dogs have feelings just like people—they can be happy, sad, nervous, excited, or simply want to be left alone. Just like us, their moods can change depending on what’s going on around them. The good news is that dogs are always giving us clues about how they feel, if we know how to read the […]
How does my dog use body language to communicate?
Our dogs are always communicating with us and with each other using their body language, but it can be easy to misunderstand what they are saying if we don’t know what to look for. Whether they are happy and relaxed, guarding a resource, or attempting to express dominance, understanding what a dog’s body language is […]