Training is essential for dogs, and while some breeds might be easier to train than others, the truth is that teaching your pet to behave as early as possible can prevent bad behaviours from developing throughout their life.

But training calls for a lot of commitment on the part of pet parents. It calls for structure, routine, and quite a bit of time spent on trying to teach your dog new commands -- and in order for your mate not to forget them, you have to practice them regularly.

Managing an itchy dog can be a real challenge, and if you’ve ever had a dog that’s suffered from allergies, you probably know how difficult it can be to convince your pet to stop scratching their skin.

But how can you get your dog to stop scratching? We’ve found the following tips to be most effective in completing the task, but if all else fails, go to the vet clinic to have your pet correctly diagnosed by a medical professional.

Being a dog parent means understanding your pet's needs at all times. Some dogs need as much space as possible as their energy levels might be extremely challenging to manage in an apartment or condo.  

Others, on the other hand, might be calmer and more patient, despite their size. Living in an apartment doesn't automatically equate to you getting a tiny pooch as even some of the smallest breeds can be very energetic and can become unhappy in small spaces.

There are many reasons why dogs might lick people or the things they have in their environment, but sometimes, these reasons can be of a medical or behavioral nature.

In today’s article, we are looking at some of the most common causes of constant licking in dogs.