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What to Do When Your Dog Rummages Through the Trash
We often see funny pictures of dogs trashing the home via the garbage bin, but your own dog doing it is a headache - you hate to hit it. A dog trainer tells us hitting does not work; here is what to do.
How to teach a dog to throw away trash?
Training has three steps: first teach it to hold trash and 'drop' by the bin with rewards; repeat adding the 'throw trash' command; then increase distance and change objects.
How to stop a dog from knocking over the trash?
To stop a dog from tipping the trash, use a locked or tall bin, keep it in a closed cabinet, and train a 'leave it' cue while rewarding good behavior. Remove the reward by managing access.
The 8 ‘Losses’ of Dog Ownership
Before a dog, you dream of happiness. But many never thought: chewed sofa, dog hair everywhere, single socks, even a hospital trip from a slip-up - or yours.
How to Correct a Dog That Destroys the Home When Alone
Office workers have a fast pace and cannot always be with the dog. When the owner is out, the dog becomes 'king' and wrecks the place. What is wrong with them?
What to Do About a Dog That Wrecks the Home (Beyond Crating)
Hearing 'wrecking home', many parents feel physical and mental fear. By value of damaged items, I rank a pain index: level 3, 2, 1, rising.
What to Do When Dogs Get Into a Fight
In a dog's mind: play equals fight. If two dogs meeting have rich social experience and friendly temperaments, they usually control the scale. But you cannot walk by the river without wet feet - sometimes it flares up.
How Long Does It Take a Dog to Digest Food
When your dog rummages the trash for food or you watch it eat its kibble, you may wonder how long it takes to digest.
What to Do When Your Cat Keeps Rummaging the Trash
Why do cats love rummaging the bin, even with no food inside? The best fix is a lidded trash can.
Household Items That Are Dangerous to Dogs (Part 2)
Beyond the obvious hazards, cockroach bait, loose cords, sharp objects, falls from heights, and even a stubborn owner's decorating habits can all put a dog in danger at home.