If you google “most intelligent dog breeds,” most lists find Border Collies in the first place, followed by Poodles, German Shepherds, and Golden Retrievers. However, a new study by the University of Helsinki on the cognitive abilities of dogs puts a very different breed at the top of the list – a breed that most …
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If you’re a dog parent, you probably enjoy when your canine friend turns his head first one way and then the other as if to say, “What are you doing?” or “What did you just say?”. Surprisingly, scientists have never studied this funny maneuver until now. Researchers in Budapest, Hungary, recently studied the phenomenon in …
Working and following orders When your dog internalizes the activities it was bred to do, this is called instinctive learning. Adaptive learning refers to a dog’s ability to solve difficulties by learning from its environment and surroundings. You should focus on training that includes obedience tactics and the exact actions you want your dog to …
Many dogs have problems with nail trimming, and the experience can be stressful for you and your pet. With time and patience, you can teach your dog to be less afraid of nail trimming. He will never love it, but he can learn to tolerate it, and you can improve your bond with your dog …
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These 5 dogs will win your heart, but wait a little longer before obsessing – you may not be able to take one home! Some of them have been around for a long time, while others are fairly new. You’ll be surprised that you’ve never heard of them, no matter how long you’ve known them …
A dog’s behavior and personality are usually determined by its upbringing. However, some dog breeds have a bad reputation for being mean and dangerous because of their behavior toward people and other dogs. Experts say that an aggressive dog can become less aggressive with proper training and taming, but one wonders how many people would …
