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Is it harder to potty train a male or female dog?

Potty training is one of the first big challenges new dog owners face,and it's natural to wonder if gender plays a role.Many trainers and vets agree there are subtle differences,but nothing that makes one gender inherently“harder”than the other.

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Is it harder to potty train a male or female dog?
How do I train my dog not to destroy things when left alone

How do I train my dog not to destroy things when left alone

I came home to a shredded couch cushion last Tuesday—my 1-year-old border collie, Jax, sitting in the middle of the mess, tail tucked. I’d only been gone 45 minutes

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How to make your dog leave something alone

How to make your dog leave something alone

I was strolling through a Seattle park last week when a golden retriever suddenly darted toward a discarded sandwich wrapper, nose to the ground.

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How long after puppies open their eyes do they start walking

How long after puppies open their eyes do they start walking

I watched my neighbor’s litter of Chihuahua puppies last month, their tiny bodies wriggling in a heap. At 12 days old, their eyes were still shut tight

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What's the hardest breed of dog to potty train?

What's the hardest breed of dog to potty train?

What's the hardest breed of dog to potty train? Any seasoned dog owner will tell you it’s not a one-size-fits-all answer, but certain breeds consistently test even the most patient trainers.

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when do puppies start eating food

when do puppies start eating food

That magical moment when your wobbly Golden Retriever pup first dunks its nose into mom’s food bowl – usually around 3 weeks old – marks the start of their culinary adventure.

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How to show dominance over an aggressive dog

How to show dominance over an aggressive dog

To address the idea of showing dominance over an aggressive dog, let's start with a key insight: modern animal behavior science tells us dominance-based approaches often backfire.

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What causes a dog’s kidneys to fail? Kidney failure in dogs is a serious condition that can sneak up on even the most attentive owners. These vital organs filter waste from the blood, regulate hydration, and balance electrolytes—so when they struggle, the whole body feels it.
Is it harder to potty train a male or female dog? Potty training is one of the first big challenges new dog owners face,and it's natural to wonder if gender plays a role.Many trainers and vets agree there are subtle differences,but nothing that makes one gender inherently“harder”than the other.
Should you brush a poodle before or after a bath? The question of when to brush a poodle—before or after a bath—stirs up more debate among new owners than you might expect.
How do I train my dog not to destroy things when left alone I came home to a shredded couch cushion last Tuesday—my 1-year-old border collie, Jax, sitting in the middle of the mess, tail tucked. I’d only been gone 45 minutes
How to make your dog leave something alone I was strolling through a Seattle park last week when a golden retriever suddenly darted toward a discarded sandwich wrapper, nose to the ground.
How much CBD do you give a dog for anxiety I’ll never forget the first time my sister gave her anxious spaniel, Daisy, a CBD chew before a thunderstorm. For months, Daisy had hidden under the bed, shaking
Can I give my dog chew snacks containing CBD every day I was at a dog park in Portland last month when a golden retriever owner, Mia, pulled a CBD chew from her bag and gave it to her nervous pup, who’d been pacing since we arrived.
How to prevent dogs from getting cavities? How to prevent dogs from getting cavities? It’s a question that slips under many new owners’ radars—until that first vet visit reveals discolored spots or painful inflammation.
How long after puppies open their eyes do they start walking I watched my neighbor’s litter of Chihuahua puppies last month, their tiny bodies wriggling in a heap. At 12 days old, their eyes were still shut tight
How long after puppies open their eyes do they start walking I watched my neighbor’s litter of Chihuahua puppies last month, their tiny bodies wriggling in a heap. At 12 days old, their eyes were still shut tight