Sentences with phrase «when dogs dig»

When the dog digs, he will scrape his paws on the mesh.

When a dog digs a hole to escape its not always because he's unhappy.

This condition usually occurs in the fall and is caused by breathing in spores that are released when your dog digs into the ground.

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A dog, he said, when he can't get out a gate, will scratch and start digging and making meaningless gestures — perhaps growling or whatever to deal with frustration or surprise or fear.

When prairie dogs relocate, they take over abandoned holes or dig new holes at the edge of the town.

This scrumptious cozy jacket (Nordstrom) is old enough to vote this year (in dog years) and when I dug it out of the closet recently, I had to give myself a high five for picking a jacket that is still trending many years later.

He also has some bad habits you wouldn't expect from a three legged dog; he digs and jumps on us when he's excited.

Fill a kiddie pool with sand and hide toys, praising and encouraging your dog when he digs appropriately and relocating him when he doesn't.

The problem with getting a dog to come when you call him is that whatever he is already doing (sniffing, digging, and running away) is inherently more rewarding to him than whatever you may offer.

When that was done, the tested dogs appeared to be running and digging.

While digging may be troublesome, especially when your dog ruins your flower beds and landscaping, you should not totally discourage this behavior because it is natural overall.

Some dogs bark, dig, or chew when they're bored, but it's possible your female dog works out her stress with humping instead of other «typical» dog stress relievers.

A pregnant dog getting near to giving birth may dig when searching for a place to whelp but female dogs undergoing a fake pregnancy may also do the same.

Some dogs are amazingly good at digging, especially after a heavy rain when the ground is soft.

When a person adopts a Siberian husky they shouldn't be surprised that the dog barks, jumps fences, digs and runs away off leash when this is typical breed behavWhen a person adopts a Siberian husky they shouldn't be surprised that the dog barks, jumps fences, digs and runs away off leash when this is typical breed behavwhen this is typical breed behavior.

A dog suffering from separation anxiety may dig when left alone in hopes of finding its way out of the home.

Management means close supervision of the dog when they are in likely digging areas.

It was around 1894 when Blake Heinemann created a breed standard for terriers that were to be used for digging out badgers, he required shorter legged dogs and it is thought that perhaps this is where the Jack Russell began to shrink down in size from Reverend Russell's larger fox terrier.

For example: some pets are good with other pets, others are not; some are good with children, some are not; many pets must remain inside; some dogs dig under fences and others climb fences; some pets have separation anxiety and will destroy your home when left alone.

Ideally, the nails should be short enough so to not touch the ground when the dog is standing on a firm, level surface, but should be long enough to aid the dog when climbing up a hill or digging, according to the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation.

They are not big dogs, but they require a lot of exercise, and families that do not provide it end up with a dog that digs holes, tears up fences, and runs off when given the chance.

It'll be incredible when your dog relaxes on their bed while you're busy cooking or with guests, or when your dog enjoys the back yard without barking or digging holes.

To stop a dog from digging, it is necessary to be present at all times when the dog is outside.

(Passive dogs lay down to signal a find, active dogs dig when they have a find)

They can function as a guide when, for example, your dog walks down the hallway towards the water bowl at 2 a.m. «For dogs who like to dig and tunnel in the dark, it's good for them to know where their face is located, how far it is from a wall,» says Dr. Foil.

When a dog has nothing else to do, he might try chewing or digging.

When there are a lot of dead dogs, she buries them toward the edge of her property in a hole dug with a backhoe.

Give him a dog treat and praise him when he shows interest in the toy or starts digging in the appropriate area.

When your dog rips up carefully placed sod or digs a crater in a well - tended yard, it is tempting to think that its actions are motivated by malice, that it is being «bad.»

Polo is still a puppy and might dig or chew, so as with all puppies, he should be in a dog run or in a crate when not supervised.

Encourage your dog to dig in this zone by filling the area with clean sand, burying tempting toys for your dog to uncover and providing positive enforcement when it uses the area, saying «Good dig!»

A long line gives your dog more freedom to walk around, but you also have a level of control, so when you catch your dog sniffing an area and about to dig out a treasure, you can say «leave it» and gently guide your dog away as you get ready to praise and reward him for leaving it.

Imagine a world where... your dog comes when called every time, on or off leash, walks politely when on leash, sits and downs when asked, is socialized with dogs and other family pets, is housebroken, doesn't jump on people, dig in the yard, bark incessantly, bite or growl at people, lunge at other dogs, and doesn't guard food and toys.

Continue to correct your dog when it digs in inappropriate parts of the yard.

When it comes to crate training, be aware that this breed has a tendency to dig, so you will need to teach your dog how to use a crate without getting upset.

Some dogs take off when an opportunity presents itself (like an open gate) while others will do whatever it takes to escape (like digging under a fence).

Many owners get frustrated when their dogs keep digging up the yard.

Some dogs only dig when the weather gets warm.

If you don't have time to exercise the dog properly every day or have someone reliable to do it for you, your Fox Terrier companion will likely invent his own fun and it probably will be something you don't approve of like running away when outside, chewing your furniture, barking at anything that moves, digging holes in your yard and pestering everyone in the house because he is too «pumped up» to simply relax.

When your dog can't adapt to stress it can lead to nervousness, hyperactivity, excessive barking, digging, scratching, abnormal urine marking, and destructive or aggressive behavior.

Excessive barking; house training; aggression toward people / kids; aggression toward other dogs; aggression on leash; jumping up on people; not coming when called; eating poop; pulling on leash; aggression around food or toys; destructiveness when left alone; excessive shyness / fearfulness; doesn't listen or do what I ask; running off; digging in yard; stealing food off counters

Real dogs not only must be housetrained - most owners are aware of that need; they also must be taught not to chew the furniture, taught not to jump on their owners, taught not to play - bite, taught not to bowl over the toddler, taught not to dig holes in the yard, taught to come when they are called, taught not to eat the homework or the woodwork, taught not to swipe food off the table, taught not to growl at strangers or bark at the mail carrier, taught to walk on a leash without dragging their owner down the block, taught to allow their toenails to be cut and their coats to be groomed without biting the groomer, taught not to shred feather pillows and down comforters, taught not to steal the baby's toys, taught not to growl at their owner's mother - in - law, taught to sit, stay, and to lay down when and where the owner tells them to, and to wait there until the owner says they may get up (absolutely essential commands for the dog's own safety), taught not to escape out the front door or out of the yard or out of the car when the owner looks away for just a second... all of these things and many more are not «natural» canine behaviors; they must be taught by owners who are willing to spend the time and the effort doing so.

I was seriously considering switching to this brand when I noticed my dog digging at his ears.

Try these 5 Easy Boredom Busters For Your Dog if your dog is left alone in your yard for an extended period of time with nothing to do (other dogs or toys to play with), you may find the doggie version of an archeological dig when you come hoDog if your dog is left alone in your yard for an extended period of time with nothing to do (other dogs or toys to play with), you may find the doggie version of an archeological dig when you come hodog is left alone in your yard for an extended period of time with nothing to do (other dogs or toys to play with), you may find the doggie version of an archeological dig when you come home.

One way you can determine if the digging behavior is related to an attention - seeking behavior in dogs, take note of the time when your dog is burrowing.

There is no need for you to live frustrated and unhappy with your dog's behavior problems (jumping on house guests, digging holes, housebreaking) or lack of obedience (not coming when called, listening only for treats & not «staying»).

Outdoor play pens are a great solution for when you want to work in the yard without worrying about your dog digging or getting into trouble.

Try not to take his behavior personally when he does the typical things dogs do, like chewing, digging and jumping.

When your dog is inside, dig a hole in the place you have chosen that is slightly deeper and wider than the holes your dog has been digging in other places.

Sometimes a dog gets anxious because we're anxious — dog's dig it when we are confident and assured.