Category: Top Dog

Hi all. I have a 9 month old Great Dane mix.. she's really good? I'm definitely not complaining and it's not an issue but it's a surprise. I've had 2 dogs previously and as puppies they were terrors. Specifically when they were 5-7 months old, it was extremely tough but with this puppy it is like a dream. She's never been a big biter, she walks great on a lead and has already been a demo dog for others in training. The only 'bad' thing is that she's a cryer! I'm genuinely wanting to know why/ how it's worked out this way. I'm so grateful but after my previous experiences I was honestly nervous to raise another puppy. Does the breed of the dog play into this a lot? TIA.

I have a 5 month old Shiba and he won’t poop outside ever. We have been on two hour walks before and still nothing but as soon as we get inside he’ll go straight to the balcony and poop. Peeing as well, he will pee outside then come back inside and finish. I give him all the time to sniff when we’re outside and we walk at his pace but idk if he’s distracted or what.

Tips?

Hi all. I have a 9 month old Great Dane mix.. she's really good? I'm definitely not complaining and it's not an issue but it's a surprise. I've had 2 dogs previously and as puppies they were terrors. Specifically when they were 5-7 months old, it was extremely tough but with this puppy it is like a dream. She's never been a big biter, she walks great on a lead and has already been a demo dog for others in training. The only 'bad' thing is that she's a cryer! I'm genuinely wanting to know why/ how it's worked out this way. I'm so grateful but after my previous experiences I was honestly nervous to raise another puppy. Does the breed of the dog play into this a lot? TIA.

So I'm pretty sure my dog has fleas! I know to give him a flea bath and such but how do I clean my place? Any specific products? I have a 4 month old baby so I need to solve this quick. Never had a dog before so I'm at a loss

I recently took a job in Shanghai China and need to move there from US. I don’t have family here so I need to take my corgi with me, she is 26lbs and I wonder if there is any airline I can bring her into the cabin. I did hear stories about dog death while traveling as cargo so I don’t want to risk it. I can buy a ticket for her too if needed. Could someone give me advice?Thanks!

Our 1 year old lab has been lethargic for the last several days after he had his bravecto vaccine. Not eating. Drooling a lot. Our vet says this is normally. We’re just a little worried but maybe over reacting?

I’m really struggling. I’m not sure if i’m coming here for advice or support but i’m really struggling. I love my baby. He’s an 11 month old golden and I’d never trade him for the world. He has not stopped struggling with biting since I brought him home. I’ve done every tip, advice, enrichment, schedule change, trainer, etc that you could name, and he’s not stopping. I’ve had him checked by docs to see if there are medical issues underlying… nothing. I think what he is doing is arousal biting because it seems like once he starts, he can’t stop and it’s like a switch that flips. Often times when he doesn’t get what he wants too. It seems like maybe he’s just trying to play really rough, and i’ve had trainers tell me it’s not aggression it’s just inappropriate boundaries he’s crossing. He’s 81lbs already but he jumps and bites like a puppy.

Im torn up. Physically and mentally. I’ve got scars everywhere, my arms are so discolored it’s not even funny, and i’ve gotten to the point where I can’t trust his next move and i’m filled with anxiety. Yet to him, it seems like either a game or he’s taking his frustrations out on me just to turn around and want to play and give kisses. Sometimes I get stuck outside with him in his attack mode and i’m stuck outside for hours… i’m not kidding.. just fighting his biting and trying to get to a tree or pole to tie his leash to. I don’t know how to teach him, help him understand, or help myself at this point and i’m really stressed.

I guess I don’t know what i’m looking for but maybe just to know someone else has been here would be nice. I feel crazy. I feel crazy for hating this stage and I feel like my love for dogs has changed because this is so hard. I can’t handle any negative comments, so please refrain from commenting if that’s the goal. I just need kindness & gentleness because i’m really hurting and I want to love him 100% but this is the hardest thing i’ve ever done in my life. I made a commitment to him and I will forever stand by it even if it means I’m miserable, but it’s true, I am so miserable. And I hate myself for saying it.