The Pet Wiki Q&A - Recent questions in Dog Behavior

Do Shih Tzus attack guinea pigs?

Wed, 22 Jul 2015 12:11:35 +0000

When will my puppy stop crying?

Mon, 03 Mar 2014 05:46:36 +0000

We adopted a 10-week-old puppy from the pound a couple ofweeks ago. She cries a lot. I think it's because she misses her mother. When can I fo to make her ahppy and top wining all the time>

How can I stop food aggression?

Mon, 03 Mar 2014 05:27:38 +0000

Lately my do is showing signs of food aggression. When I try to take away his dish, he growls. I don't think that he would do anything to me, but I really don't like it. What can I do to get him to stop?

Is it OK to get a large dog if you have small dogs?

Mon, 13 Jan 2014 07:32:16 +0000

I have two small dogs, and I am thinking about getting a third dog. This time, I'd like to get a larger breed. Can I get a large dog, like a German Shepherd, when I have smaller dogs, like maltipoos.

Why is my dog afraid of water?

Mon, 13 Jan 2014 06:19:48 +0000

I have a labrador retriever. I've heard that they love water. Why is mine afraid? He hates baths and doesn't go near the water when we go to lake.

Why does my dog like to lick my feet?

Wed, 07 Aug 2013 10:20:47 +0000

Every time I take my shoes off, my dog comes to lick my feet. What's up with that?

Is my dog gay?

Wed, 07 Aug 2013 09:07:00 +0000

My dog tries to hump other male dogs.Is this normal dog behavior? Is he gay?

Do dogs really kiss us?

Sun, 14 Jul 2013 05:32:51 +0000

How can I stop my neighbors dog from barking?

Fri, 12 Jul 2013 08:20:19 +0000

My neighbors have a very sweet dog. The one thing that I really can't stand about her is that she barks all night. What can I do to get her to stop?

How can I protect my dog from loose dogs in the neighborhood?

Tue, 02 Jul 2013 09:28:50 +0000

When I take my dog for a walk, the loose dogs in the neighborhood sometimes come out. They scare me. Is there anything that I can do to make the walk safe for me and my dog?

What does the phrase “dog days of summer” mean and where did it originate?

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:15:25 +0000

When someone says the term “dog days of summer,” what does it mean?

How can I get my dog to stop howling all night?

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 04:15:23 +0000

We recently adopted a beagle. He's very cute, but he's also very loud. He howls all night and seems to sleep most of the day. There is nothing out there. How can we get him to keep it down?

What can I do to prepare my dog for a new baby?

Mon, 27 May 2013 07:26:55 +0000

We are about to have a new addition to the family. My dog has been the baby for years. What can I do to prepare my dog so that my dog will accept my baby after he's born.

Why do mama dogs eat their puppies poop?

Mon, 13 May 2013 20:39:10 +0000

Is it normal that my dog never leaves my side?

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 01:25:49 +0000

Ever since we adopted our pup from the shelter and he follows me wherever I go. Even when I go to the bathroom, he sits outside the door and waits for me to get out. Is this normal behavior?

Why does my dog lick the carpet?

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:42:06 +0000

Whenever my dog lies down on the carpet, she starts licking it, Is it safe? How can I get her to stop?

How can I get my dog to stop eating my couch?

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 01:36:56 +0000

The couch pillows are a real mess and I've had to change them. What can I do to get my dog to stop eating the couch while I'm away at work?

How many times should my dog pee when I take him for a walk?

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:59:06 +0000

When I take my dog for a walk, he seems to pee 20 times. He gives a sniff and then pees on practically everything. He's fine in the house and never has accidents. Should I be concerned? Is what he's doing normal?

Is it OK to let my dog lick me?

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 07:26:06 +0000

My pitbull mix is a kisser and loves to lick me. Is this okay?

What can I do about my neighbors dog running around the neighborhood?

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:09:33 +0000

The dog is a sweet do. He runs all over the neighborhood. I'm afraid for his safety. Is there anything that I can do to get his owners to keep him safe?

What can I do to stop one dog stealing treats from my other dog?

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 09:25:55 +0000

I try as hard as I might to treat my animals fairly. I don't want to spoil any of my furbabies! When I give the dogs their treats, I give them both the same thing. It's not a problem when the treats can be eaten in a second, but when it takes longer than that, like chew bones, I always find them with the one sneaky dog. Is there anything that I can do to make him stop stealing the bones?

How should I deal with my dog's anxiety in the car?

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 05:16:43 +0000

We have a road trip that we've planned and we'd like to take our dog with us, but he gets nervous in the car. I'd hate to have to leave him in a kennel, but I don't want to put too much stress on him. What's the best way to handle this?