Are Australian Shepherds aggressive

Are Australian Shepherds aggressive?

People often ask, ” Are Australian Shepherds aggressive?” because of the breed’s guarding behavior and high energy levels. The relatively high energy of the dog and its instinct to guard are due to its herding dog genetic lineage. These medium-sized dogs have been used to herd animals for generations. So, are Australian Shepherds aggressive? Australian…

Australian Shepherd

Australian Shepherd: Not a dog for everyone

The Australian Shepherd is intelligent and focused and can be your best buddy if you provide strong leadership, plenty of exercise, and mental stimulation. Learn everything about the Australian Shepherd in the sections below.  History The Australian Shepherd is a breed that originated in Australia and made its way to America.  One popular theory of…

Signs a dog is depressed

Signs a dog is depressed: 5 symptoms and how you can help

You can help your pet get through a low phase with the proper care and treatment. So what are the signs a dog is depressed? Before we look at the symptoms let us see what causes depression in the first place. Dogs, like people, can experience depression. As intelligent creatures, dogs feel different emotions, including…

What does it mean when a dog licks your face

What does it mean when a dog licks your face? 8 explanations

What does it mean when a dog licks your face? Is the dog trying to tell you something? When weaning their puppies from milk to solid food, wild or feral dogs, as well as certain house dogs, begin by regurgitating chewed-up food for them. Hungry puppies will lick their mother’s face to induce regurgitation. That…

Why does my dog stare at me all the time

Why does my dog stare at me all the time? 8 reasons

If you’ve ever stopped and wondered, “Why does my dog stare at me all the time?” we can understand. Your dog’s stare may appear random and unsettling. However, it is actually a well-established mode of communication in the canine world. Dogs enjoy staring at us, and there is usually a reason for this behavior.  There…

big dogs that are hypoallergenic

19 big dogs that are hypoallergenic and perfect companions

The popularity of hypoallergenic dogs has increased in the last few years due to the growing number of children and adults suffering from pet allergies.  A dog shedding hair does not cause pet allergies; the saliva and dander on the shed hair are the cause for sniffling noses and watery eyes. Dogs suitable for those…

How to stop a dog from jumping up on strangers

How to stop a dog from jumping up on strangers? 6 tips

Few behavioral issues are more embarrassing and many pet parents seek solutions on how to stop a dog from jumping up on strangers.  Even dog trainers notice dogs jumping up on people as a common behavior problem. However, jumping up on humans can be a challenging behavior to break. The good news is that dogs who…

Why do dogs wag their tails when they are happy

Why do dogs wag their tails? Understand the powerful tail language

Out of sheer curiosity many of us would have asked ourselves “why do dogs wag their tails?” We frequently associate a happy dog with a wagging tail. But, recent research has revealed that tail wagging does not always indicate that the dog is happy. A dog’s tail is a tool for communicating feelings or strong…

Catahoula mixed with Lab: Meet the amazing Labahoula

Catahoula mixed with Lab: Meet the amazing Labahoula

Catahoula mixed with Lab results in a hybrid dog breed called the Labahoula. The Labahoula combines the gentle nature of a Labrador with the physical agility of a Catahoula Leopard Dog. This dog breed stands out for its leopard-like spotted appearance and bright, sometimes heterochromatic eyes (varying color). The Labahoula is not a dog for…