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Why Do Dogs Say No?
Dogs are often thought of as obedient animals, expected to follow commands without fail. However, it is important to remember that dogs are not machines and may occasionally disregard a command or say "no" despite their training and disposition. In this article, we...
Science behind Dog Training: The Enrichment Activities
Dog training shouldn’t only be about teaching your pet to follow commands. It should also be a positive experiences for them. With that in mind, you will want to integrate enrichment activities into your dog or puppy’s routine. Enrichment activities are also designed...
Science behind Dog Training: The Process Based on Operant Conditioning
As we learn more and more about the ways dogs interpret and react to stimuli, we are starting to see just how important it is to use positive reinforcement in their training. Failing to use that positive reinforcement can stunt your pet’s learning and make it harder...
Science behind Dog Training: Relationship-Based Approach
Pets are more than just animal companions in some households. Some pet owners see their dogs as their children and raise them accordingly. If you see your dog or puppy in the same manner, then you may be interested in training them using the relationship-based...
Science behind Dog Training: Conventional Obedience-Driven Model
Science has shown that there’s more than one way to conduct dog training. In recent years, new approaches have been engineered to help owners connect better with their pets. However, the more traditional methods can still be very effective. For this article, we’ll...
Divorced: Reclaiming Pet Custody
During a messy divorce, your ex-spouse may set out to do things that intentionally cause you great distress. One of them may involve claiming ownership of the family pet they barely cared about. Because your ex-spouse was the one who took your pet to the veterinarian...
Pet Nups in Divorce
Following your divorce, you may end up with a pet ownership situation you aren’t happy with. Your unhappiness could stem from the fact that your pet is staying with your former spouse. It may also be caused by the knowledge that you cannot comfortably provide for your...
Divorced Pet Owners: Is Sharing Custody an Option
Many of us become so attached to our pets that we see them as nothing other than family members. That’s why even the idea of parting with a beloved cat or dog after being divorced is heart-wrenching. If your pet’s important documents list your soon-to-be ex-spouse as...
Divorce: Pet Ownership Decided
Who winds up with the family pet is something you must be mindful of before entering divorce proceedings. Divorce can be tough on just about everyone and the last thing you need is the unpleasant surprise of having your dear cat or dog taken away from you. In this...
