Excessive Dog Barking and Vocalization
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PetMD Editorial

Reviewed and updated for accuracy on April 1, 2019 by Dr. Hanie Elfenbein, DVM, PhD Excessive vocalization refers to uncontrollable, excessive dog barking, whining or crying, often occurring at inappropriate...

Jumping, Chewing, Playbiting, and Other Destructive Behavior Problems in Puppies, Young Dogs
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PetMD Editorial

Pediatric Behavior Problems in DogsUndesirable behavior exhibited by dogs between puppyhood and adolescence, such as destructive chewing, jumping on people, and play biting, is medically referred to as...

Maternal Behavior Problems in Female Dogs
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PetMD Editorial

Mismothering in Female DogsMaternal behavioral problems are classified as either excessive maternal behavior in the absence of newborn pups or the lack of maternal behavior when dealing with the mother's...

Can Dogs Have Panic Attacks?
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Wailani Sung, MS, PhD, DVM, DACVB

Anticipating a fearful or negative experience with certain people, objects, animals, or situations can lead to anxiety. But when does anxiety veer into panic? Can dogs have panic attacks? Here’s everything...

Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys?
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Manette M. Kohler, DVM

Just the sheer number of toy options for dogs is a clear indicator that dogs love toys. There are toys that bounce, toys that fly, toys for chewing, toys for tugging, and, probably the most interesting...