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Behavior issues

Dealing with loose dogs not on a leash

by Belle's Mom on August 25, 2009

in Dog behavior

My town has a leash law. I think it’s relatively new, but we do have one. Now that doesn’t mean that everyone keeps their dog under control. As a matter of fact, it’s not uncommon for me to have an encounter with a strange dog when I’m walking Belle.
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The canine escape artist

by Belle's Mom on July 6, 2009

in Dog behavior, Funny

Since Belle was an outdoor dog before I became her owner, she really likes to spend time out-of-doors. We built a nice large pen for her outside using welded wire fencing that connects to metal posts. We built a wooden gate that could swing open and shut with a latch at the top [...]

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The Dog Afraid of Thunder - My Dog’s Storm Fear

by Belle's Mom on March 26, 2009

in Dog behavior

Many dogs are afraid of storms. But when that behavior becomes harmful to the dog, what do you do? My dog Belle was always afraid of storms, but it got much worse. And unfortunately, my attempts to comfort her actually reinforced her negative behavior. After speaking with a friend who is a dog training expert, I started crating her during storms and covering the crate with a sheet. This helps her to feel safer and keeps her from hurting herself during her panic.

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