7 Reasons Your Dog Is Peeing In The House
One of the most frustrating things for pet parents is finding a surprise puddle from little Fido on the floor. But, it’s a fact of life that your pooch will pee in the house at some point. Even the most well-trained little fur kid can have an accident (or an on purpose). Read on for seven common reasons dogs pee in the house and what you can do to prevent it. 1. Excited Peeing I’m starting with exciting peeing because this is something I’ve struggled with since bringing my d
5 Tips To Get Your Dog To Stop Barking
While inappropriate barking can make you want to pull your hair out at times, it’s important to remember that it’s a natural behavior for your pup. Barking is the way he communicates and of course he’s going to feel the need to alert you when an intruder is approaching (by “intruder” I really mean a friendly neighbor)! There are a few things you can do to get your dog to stop barking at inappropriate times. It’s important to note that these tips aren’t an overnight fix. Be pa
Why Is My Dog Dragging His Butt On The Ground?
Have you ever seen your dog dragging his butt across the ground? The act is commonly known as “scooting” and is done in an attempt to alleviate an itch or irritation caused by anal gland issues. The first time I saw my Chihuahua scoot was about two years ago. First, it was outside on the grass and then, later that day, he dragged his booty across my living room carpet—those are two surfaces that dogs seem to choose. Four Reasons Dogs Scoot 1) Anal Sac Problems Located inter
How to Help Your Shy Cat Deal with Visitors
Does your cat run and hide when the doorbell rings? Do your friends not believe that you actually have a cat? It’s not unusual for cats to pull a disappearing act when strangers visit. While some cats are naturally gregarious, others may be cautious with strangers, especially if they haven’t been introduced to many different people during a cat’s prime socialization period (between three to nine weeks of age.) Some cats are just naturally shy. And it’s not helping that visit
How To Stop Your Dog From Excited Peeing
You’ll be happy to know that dogs usually grow out of this phase. It’s actually quite common for puppies under one-year-old to pee when they are excited because they don’t have full control over their bladders yet. My little Gigi just turned one and I do notice a huge difference. While this issue will usually resolve itself when your pooch get’s a little older, there are a few things you can do in the meantime to help stop excited peeing. Keep Greetings Low-Key (I Mean, Real
