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Ok, so growling is good. It tells us that our dog isn't comfortable with a situation. My question is to know how to work with a dog that growls at another living in my house. Both are male. Both are fixed. One is submissive. However, the growling starts as soon as one dog comes close...

Ok, I know this may be gross, but imagine what it's like to have an extremely flatulent dog laying under your desk in 90 degree heat.... Lucky is an 8 year old Blue Heeler and has been in my care for the last year. I've tried changing his diet but have yet to find anything that has reduced...

I am hoping I can count on your experience here. Lately I have been disappointed with my vet. Reading the threads here I am realizing that I need to find someone else that shares my philosophy on pet care. I have 6 dogs, no kids, and they are my family. There is nothing that I wouldn't...

I have 6 dogs, in the country, in northern Mexico. Needless to say, there are no trainers or behavior specialists around here. So, I'm reading, putting into practice what I already know, and using bits and pieces of information I have seen from trainers, in order to work with all 6 dogs...

A few days ago I posted a question about low thyroid levels. As it turns out, my vet was mistaken when he gave me the information over the phone. When we met to look at Lucky's tests, it turns out that he actually has an over-active thyroid. I have been looking on the internet for more...

Recently I have been dealing with aggression issues with my 8 year old Blue Heeler. :yikes: It had been suggested that I have his thyroid checked before beginning training for these problems and as it turn out he does have an underactive thyroid. I have some questions for anyone who may have...

Last year my father asked me to take his 7 year old Blue Heeler into my home when he was diagnosed with terminal cancer. (I have 5 other dogs, all well adjusted and happily living in the country with me.) He was neutered upon arrival. I have noticed escalating aggression and insecurity issues...