Behavior / Training

When Confronted by an Aggressive Dog Although you always hope that it would never happen to you, there is still the possibility that you or someone else in your family could be confronted by an aggressive dog at some point. This could happen as you taking a walk, playing at a park, or enjoying your … KEEP READING …

Getting a Restful Sleep With a Dog in your Bed Any loving pet owner will tell you about the magic of falling asleep next to your dog. Our dogs are our best friends; we want them to have a good night’s sleep along with us. In some ways, sleeping together is a way to bond with … KEEP READING …

Keeping Dog and Child Interactions Safe I’ve guest posted enough here on Animal Bliss that I feel that most everyone is pretty familiar with my dog, Baymax. Here’s a picture of him in case you don’t know him or want to look at his cute face. A couple of weeks ago, I participated in a … KEEP READING …

Decoding Your Dog “Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.” – Orhan Pamuk, Author While they cannot speak, dogs are incredibly expressive, emotionally-literate creatures and have many different ways of communicating with their human companions. While we dog-owners like to think that we perfectly understand our dogs, often we have … KEEP READING …

4 Ways to Avoid Dog Bites When Pet Sitting Looking after a neighbor’s well-behaved pooch can be a pleasant and fun experience. That doesn’t mean that it’s not crucial to exercise caution at all times, however. Dog bites are always a risk. It doesn’t matter if you think you know your neighbor’s sweet canine inside … KEEP READING …