Jaimie Scott
Dog Owner Trainer
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Co-authored Articles (10)
How to
Train a Belgian Malinois
A Belgian Malinois is a herding dog that has similar attributes to a German shepherd, including that it requires a lot of training and attention. If you want to train a Belgian Malinois, you should start the process at a...
How to
Calm a Sexually Excited Dog
When your dog's sexual urges kick in around other people, it can be totally frustrating. You may be wondering how you can get your dog to kick the habit for good—so you never have to face another embarrassing public en...
How to
Stop Dogs from Biting
As anyone who has watched two puppies play knows, biting is a natural action for dogs, a remnant of their predatory instinct as well as a sign of feelings such as fear, possessiveness, and pain. But puppies at play also...
How to
Keep Your Dog Calm After Neutering
After your dog gets neutered, he needs to stay calm and relatively inactive for around 2 weeks. This helps him heal and prevents the incision from tearing open. To keep your dog calm, supervise him, confine him when you�...
How to
Adopt a Dog
Bringing a dog into your life through adoption can be a life-saving proposition for a dog that has been abandoned or abused, and it can be a life-enhancing experience for you. Dogs of all breeds and ages can be found for...
How to
Potty Train a Shih Tzu
Shih Tzu are a smart, highly trainable breed of dog. If you want to potty train your Shih Tzu, you should be able to do so with a bit of patience. To start, establish some boundaries. Make sure your Shih Tzu knows where ...
How to
Stop Dogs from Barking at People
A dog's bark is its way of communicating: to you, to other dogs, and to other people. If you're trying to keep your dog from ''ever'' barking, think again! Expecting a dog to never bark is as unreasonable as expecting a ...
How to
Play with Your Dog
Playing with a dog is fun for most people. It’s a natural behavior for dogs—especially young ones—and gives the owner a great opportunity to bond with them. Play is also important for a dog’s mental and emotional...
How to
Tell if Your Dog Is Depressed
Dogs can suffer from depression, just like humans. This depression usually comes about as a result of a change in routine, such as the loss of a companion, moving house or a new addition to the household. It manifests it...
How to
Care for a Poodle
Poodles are a popular breed of dog in many places around the world, loved for their active demeanors and sharp intelligence. They're excellent hunters, trackers, trick-dogs, and even excellent watchdogs that will alert ...
