A few days ago, Italian dog trainer Debora Segna contacted me about a Facebook posting by veterinarian and philosopher Dr. Roberto Marchesini in which he wrote: “If my dog would growl at me during an ...

Puppies can bring joy and excitement to people’s lives. Your new puppy may be friendly and lovable, but not all puppies are okay with strange situations and people or animals they don’t know. As you ...

3. Avoid Suppressing the Growl It may be tempting to correct the dog for growling, but because growling is a form of communication, it is vital that it’s not suppressed. It would be counterproductive ...