Most new dog owners focus on food, toys, and basic commands during the first few weeks. They believe they can “circle back” ...

Dog socialization is an essential part of raising a puppy into a happy, well-adjusted adult. Once you bring your new puppy home, you have the opportunity to help shape your puppy's social development.

Could good intentions backfire and cause behavioral issues in your dog? In a nutshell: yes. Socialization involves exposing a young domestic animal (such as a kitten or puppy) to a variety of people, ...

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Between 3 and 16 weeks of age, puppies are highly receptive to new experiences. This crucial period presents a golden opportunity to expose them to a diverse range of stimuli. Consequently, positive ...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Many walkers and joggers out for the morning in Heath Park had dogs. The question was whether the dog was leashed or not. Carolyn Weinbaum, owner of the Developing Canine in ...

Hannah Loewenstein had just finished her junior year at Ohio State University in June 2020 when she met Bewley. Bewley, a golden retriever puppy, was five months old at the time. He had been born at 4 ...

You've decided you want a dog (or another one). Now it's time to start searching. If you've chosen to adopt a dog from a shelter, you've made an admirable decision that will surely make a difference ...

During the unprecedented quarantine and relative isolation of the coronavirus pandemic, dog and cat adoptions and applications for foster homes are surging. In many ways it seems to be the ideal time ...

Following is a list of some dog parks and off-leash areas sponsored by Central Jersey counties and municipalities. Dog parks provide a wonderful opportunity for socializing — for you and your pet. The ...

STEWART: LOCAL ANIMAL SHELTERS WORK HARD TO GET ANIMALS ADOPTED AND INTO HOMES. BUT THE REALITY IS, WAY TOO MANY DOGS SPEND FAR TOO LONG IN CAGES WAITING. SUMMER: WESH 2’S DAVE MCDANIEL LOOKS AT A ...