Is it still fun?

Avatar for Natalia MatusiakNatalia Matusiak
Most owners are delighted when their dog runs around like crazy with other pets. We used to call such interactions fun. Unfortunately, what looks like crazy, joyful, carefree playing to us is not always a pleasure for all its participants. So, how do you judge whether it is fun or a fight to survive? ... Read More

How to help your dog when stressed – cz.3

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Today, I will write about what to do in a chronic stress situation. Identifying and removing the source of stress is the crucial first step in dealing with chronic stress in your dog. The source of chronic stress can be, m.in, staying in a shelter, homelessness or living in terrible conditions (on a chain at a kennel or in a pen). It can also be a lack of social skills caused by being taken away from the mother too quickly and/or a lack of socialization. A dog can also be stressed by the arrival of a new household member, arguments, or a tense atmosphere at home. Some dogs don't mind staying home alone, but it's a very stressful experience for others. Failure to meet basic needs is also a source of chronic stress. ... Read More

How to help your dog when stressed – part 1

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Today, we will discuss how you can help your friend shortly after something has stressed them out, e.g. what to do when something scares them (clash with another dog / some unexpected, loud noise, etc.). Walking on a short leash next to another dog can be stressful for many dogs: passing by strangers, walking past a tram, etc. It all depends on previous experience. To know what is stressful for your four-pawed friend, learn the secrets of dog body language, which is a fascinating and significant topic. Exploring the secrets of this language will be very useful for you 😊 ... Read More
Stresss

Dog’s stress that people don’t get. And what results from it.

Avatar for Natalia MatusiakNatalia Matusiak
We are increasingly discussing stress and its consequences. We know more and more about its mechanisms and how much it changes our reactions, the way we see the world, and our interpretation of what is happening around us. It's astonishing how rarely we use this knowledge when analyzing interactions with our four-paw friends. Did you know that the vast majority of dog behaviours that we consider problematic are due to their stress? ... Read More