Senior Unsocialized Dogs
Although it may seem as if there is no hope, that is not the case! Regardless of why your pup is not as social as they should be, it is still possible to assist them in feeling more secure and relaxed.
What is the Ethological Approach to Dog Training?
Recognizing and understanding dogs’ intrinsic behaviors, such as their pack mentality and need for social interaction, is vital for competence in relating to your dog.
This understanding helps in addressing behaviors like excessive barking or aggression, which may stem from social needs not being met.
Review: A Photo Illustrated Handbook Barbara Handelman
This remarkable book is the undisputed bible of dog behavior analysis. It is lists every conceivable variety of behavior and… Read More »Review: A Photo Illustrated Handbook Barbara Handelman
Can Dogs Understand Language?
Understanding Animal Communication: From Chimpanzees to Dogs Starting from Descartes’ view, the belief was that language was a prominent characteristic… Read More »Can Dogs Understand Language?
Dogs and Emotional Alignment: Social Interactions
We at Socialized Dogs are interested in all aspects of dogs and their socialization. In this article we look at… Read More »Dogs and Emotional Alignment: Social Interactions
Dog Emotion, Human Emotion – Theories of Emotion
Why Do We Have Emotions? Since dogs are so receptive and responsive to human emotion and expression it is interesting… Read More »Dog Emotion, Human Emotion – Theories of Emotion
Why Do Dogs Love Play?
The nature of play is something that connects us at a fundamental level all creatures who are capable of it, including, of course, our beloved dogs, who are so famously good at it.
Play, as defined by Johan Huizinga, (who should know, since he wrote the first big book about it!) is a voluntary activity that is bound by rules and executed within certain limits. That dogs love play is something every puppy owner knows and loves.
Play Partners for Your Choosing Enjoyable and Safe Play
Learn how to select suitable play partners for your dog to ensure a safe and enjoyable playtime experience. Understand the risks of solitary play, the importance of diverse play experiences for puppies, and how breed impacts play preferences. Discover ways to recognize and intervene in problematic play behaviors.
Looking at Canine Ethology
Understanding Dog Responses When we explore the concept of guilt in dogs, we confront a common misinterpretation. Dogs, when displaying… Read More »Looking at Canine Ethology
Canine Behavior: A Photo Illustrated Handbook: An Extract
By Barbara Handelman Simple Summary Communication takes place between members of the same species, as well as between different species.… Read More »Canine Behavior: A Photo Illustrated Handbook: An Extract