Dogs experience anxiety for a variety of reasons. Separation anxiety is the most common reason canine pets are anxious. Cesar's Way, the online resource of the "Dog Whisperer" Cesar Milan, there is two types of separation anxiety in dogs: Simulated and true separation … [Read more...]
Beware of This Stupid, No Good Toy from Barbie and Her Dog
Have you seen the Barbie Newborn Pups Doll and Pets? This doll comes in blonde or brunette (Mattel's way of indicating she has brown skin). Why the blonde set is more expensive may be due to overstock, but as one commenter on Amazon stated it seems to imply one skin color has … [Read more...]
Reduce your child’s asthma risk…get a dog (study)
I believe all children should have pets, in particular dogs. I grew up with a dog and a cat. They were my best friends. When social experiences at school were challenging, I always had a furry face to console and give unconditional love at home. When I left for college, my cat … [Read more...]
Does your dog have anxiety and fear? Give them a hug!
Have you ever seen the movie about Temple Grandin in which she creates a "squeeze machine" to give herself comforting hugs? As humans, we know the comfort of hugs. We hug people in times of need, to show them we love them, to say goodbye or hello to a dear friend, etc. … [Read more...]