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Why Does My Dog Bark At The People Who Come To The Door?

February 6th, 2008 · No Comments

Your dog views your home and garden as his ‘pack’s’ territory. For this reason, he will sound the alarm by barking when non-pack members intrude into his/your space.
While you want your dog to alert you to unwanted visitors, his barking at every person who comes to the door, such as regular delivery people, or who […]

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Why Does My Dog Bark And Growl At Other Dogs He Meets?

December 28th, 2007 · 2 Comments

Usually this type of behavior indicates fear and is therefore a defence strategy. It is also a sign of lack of socialization with other dogs, or sometimes a result of the dog being attacked by another at some point so that he has become wary of all dogs.
Whatever the reason for it, this behavior is […]

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How Can I Make Sure Other Dogs Don’t Attack Mine While We’re Out Walking?

December 17th, 2007 · 1 Comment

You may be worrying out something that might never happen. Short of buying a house with plenty of private land on which to exercise your pet, you are bound to meet up with other dogs sooner or later. Provided your dog is well trained, will recall immediately, is under control on and off the leash, […]

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