In our series of articles on Dog Dominance Behavior, we explain various forms of dog instinctive behaviors, such as aggression dog dominance and possessive dog behaviors, and what to do about them. Those conditions include Elbow Dysplasia that is a degenerative disease sometimes found in large dog breeds. Obviously you must be careful with this dog behavior training technique. You should walk your dog every day, time permitting. Because pulling on the leash is an aggressive behavior, it actually triggers a response in your dog to pull back.

Bred for stamina, these super intelligent herding dog breeds work with their owners all day long out in the fields moving livestock. However, freedom off leash provides your fuzzy buddy with a different set of social standards than being on leash, so off leash dog play gives canines the chance to be less inhibited with humans and other animals.

All dog breeds that are in this group can compete and earn titles in AKC Obedience, Tracking and Agility events. The toy dogs are also called “lap dogs” sometimes because this is where many of these toy breeds prefer to stay, in their masters lap. Owners accustomed to a pet who follows them from room to room may notice the animal staying in one place instead.

Well known for their incredible instincts in both the water and woods, many of the members of this AKC sporting dog group continue to actively participate in hunting and other field trials today, actively retrieving and hunting feathered or furred game for their masters.

You can save your dog’s life by sticking your fingers down his throat to make him gag and throw up. You can also use a toothbrush. If there is a medical condition, your vet will likely prescribe a simple remedy that will provide relief to your dog and stop your dog’s excessive licking.