Social Relationships Between Dogs

VIDEOS OF SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN DOGS

Lassie Self-handicapping to a Puppy
Watch as Lassie self-handicaps to WIllie when he was a puppy.
Click here to read more about self-handicapping in dogs.

 

Lassie & Sydney Greet
Healthy play is full of lots of pauses between action.  Watch
how often Lassie and Sydney pause as they get to know each
other and begin to play.

 

Willie, Hope, & Mico Play

 

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ARTICLES ABOUT HOW DOGS RELATE TO EACH OTHER

The Pause that Refreshes: Play or warming up for a fight – how to tell the difference

Alpha Schmalpha?

Canis Cousins: Unraveling Ancestral Ties

Peace, Patience & Pack Politics. Forget “Alpha” – the rules of group living apply to all

 

RELATED DOG TRAINING BOOK & DVDS

            

Training Your Dog

Here’s the good news: It’s fun to train your dog! Here’s the bad news: You have to learn how. More good news: It’s not hard to learn. . . and this is a great place to get started.

Behavior & Health

If you’re interested in canine cognition, communication, social systems & nutrition (plus a host of other topics!), look here to start seeing your dog in an entirely new light!

Behavior Problems

Here’s help for dogs of every description, from cautious canines to feisty fidos. Click below for videos, articles, books and DVDs that will help you help your dog.

Finding Resources

Links to other great websites & information on becoming a professional trainer or behaviorist, questions for your veterinarian, and everything in between!

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