Psychology

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.…

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…

A vital means to have a happy and healthy dog is ensuring that they get enough mental stimulation through dog brain exercises. This helps keep the dog engaged, less irritable and cheerful. Below are some ways to keep the dog mentally stimulated: Play Hide and Go Seek To play this game, start by asking your…

How Can You Tell If Your Dog Is Depressed? Just like humans, dogs can get depressive episodes from time to time, this can stem from both physical injury or disease as well it being a behavioral problem. If you find yourself feeling depressed or anxious you might want to consider and emotional support animal and…

Natural born leaders are hard to find, both in the human and canine species. You may find a pet dog who is the leader in a pack. How you handle the dog will determine how good your relationship will be. Depending on your dog, you might want to consider a Dog Muzzle for safety. Firstly,…