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Why Does My Dog ... Like to Have His Belly Rubbed?
By Linda Fiorella, Mar 22, 2013It's an invitation that is nearly impossible to resist: a dog rolls over and offers his belly for rubbing. Petite, paunchy, fluffy or hairless — exposed dog tummies demand a good rub or… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Lick Other Dogs' Muzzles?
By Arden Moore, Apr 15, 2013What could be cuter than your puppy giving his doggy pal a smooch on the nose? Nothing, really. But is your dog actually planting a kiss on his buddy? Yes, but that's only one reason your… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Point?
By Linda Fiorella, May 8, 2013The act of pointing — a dog becoming motionless with his snout toward an object — is normally associated with dogs who are bred and trained for hunting. Hundreds of years ago, the… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Twitch While Sleeping?
By Arden Moore, Apr 15, 2013Your snoozing dog suddenly starts moving his feet, but his eyes stay closed. His body starts to twitch and quiver, and he may vocalize a little. He looks like he is running on his side, possibly… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Steal Objects?
By Arden Moore, Apr 15, 2013The sight of a puppy trotting off with a sock in her mouth might seem adorable, but if your dog is a chronic object stealer, it's not all that cute. Having Fido make off with the roast you cooked… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Shred Paper?
By Arden Moore, Apr 15, 2013Does this sound familiar? You leave your dog home alone and come back to find the novel you are reading torn to pieces. Or you find yourself repeatedly explaining to various teachers that when your… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Roam?
By Arden Moore, Apr 15, 2013It seems that some dogs are born to roam. How do you know if you have one of these dogs? Easy. No matter what you do, you cannot keep your “Houdini dog” inside the fenced backyard. Or… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Bow?
By Arden Moore, Apr 15, 2013A happy dog plops down with his front legs extended, his shoulders and chest low to the ground, and his rear end pushed up in the air, in what looks like a bow. This is the universal… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Bury Objects?
By Arden Moore, Apr 15, 2013Many dogs, including Airedales, Golden Retrievers, Manchester Terriers and Miniature Schnauzers, like to hide things in safe places. But your pooch doesn't need a bank safe-deposit box to protect… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog . . . Thrash His Toys?
By Colleen Oakley, Nov 30, 2012If you own a dog, you’ve no doubt witnessed it a million times: Fido picks up his favorite squeaky toy, and then proceeds to shake it as hard as he can from side to side. What… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog . . . Roll Onto Her Back When She's Scared?
By Denise Maher, Dec 13, 2012Have you ever wondered why your normally assertive dog immediately flops onto her back whenever she feels fearful or threatened? According to board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. Karen… Full Article ›
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