We have a 15-week-old cross between a Boston terrier and a Blue Heeler named Buster. There are some problems like jumping up when someone comes in and nipping and not listening to commands in general. It’s worse in the evening when you want to watch TV and have a little quiet time but that’s his […]
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I am emailing you about my 3 year old female Samoyed named Inca. She has always been an overly friendly dog with no aggression problems, and I had no issues with her until I got our second dog Sunny (a female pug around the same age). They get along very well. The only issue is
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Dear John, John, what do you think of English bulldogs as a family dog? I’ve done some on-line research and learned a lot but I’d like to get your opinion. Thanks Frank Hi Frank, With the Internet it’s for the most part easier to make make informed decisions regarding many of our purchases. However once
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Puppy Mouthing and Handling Tips I’ve been dog-less for quite a while now. I’ve been taking my own advice in that I believe that just because someone wants a dog doesn’t mean in many respects they’re ready for one. Because I get invited to speak at so many conferences I fly fairly frequently so I’ve
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I need advice about a big dog. First he’s not mine. He’s a 125 lb German Shepherd. The issue I have is with the dog’s environment. Due to his size he has been cast out of the house. When not out the back he is brought inside to the unfinished basement. (He isn’t allowed into
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I’m having an issue with my 21/2 year old Ridgeback/Boxer cross. She is highly social and extremely energetic. My problem is she tends to bully any dog that shows fear or an unwillingness to play with her. She invites play but then fiercely barks in their face in a demanding manner. She has fun with
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