Psychology

Licking comes as a natural instinct in dogs, it’s a habit that is cultivated from the time they are puppies and sometimes it continues into adulthood. During birth, the mother usually licks her puppies to stimulate breathing, she also does so when cleaning herself and the puppies as well stimulate defecation. Excessive or too much…

Fear and phobias are common in dogs that have had previous bad experiences, poor socialization and, in other cases some are genetically predisposed. Most of these phobias start early on when they are puppies and perpetuate all thorough adulthood unless they are desensitized or eliminated with the help of a dog trainer or veterinary behaviorist.…

Dogs are naturally intuitive and intelligent creatures, they have a higher hearing capacity compared to humans. Five common things they are able to detect include: Bad weather Dogs are known to detect or hear thunderstorms before they start. Research shows they are able to sense a drop in barometric pressure as well as changes in…

Losing your pet is as devastating as losing your relative because pets are family members. The pain you feel is not easy to handle. Therefore, if you are having a hard time dealing with your dog’s passing, we at Ruff Hero are empathetic to your plight and our heartfelt condolences. Talking to others about your…