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Maternal Care of Puppies The Bark

Maternal Care of Puppies: “Tell me about your mother.” This phrases, so common in therapy, all but assumes that whatever is going on with someone can be traced back to the mother. Was she a good mother—attentive, patient, nurturing? Was she less than stellar—harsh, uncaring, neglectful? Whatever she does, you can bet her offspring’s behavior will be considered a result of her actions, and that doesn’t just mean in people. It’s old news that maternal care affects primates and rodents, but a new study investigated the phenomenon in dogs.

Cautious Canines The Bark

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Cautious Canines The Bark

10 COMMANDMENTS FOR GUARDIANS OF FEARFUL DOGS

1. Be patient—it can take a long time for dogs to overcome their fears.

 2. Commit to helping your dog by putting in the time and effort to treat his fears.

 3. Don’t force your dog into situations that you know induce fear.

 4. Be open to the variety of techniques that may help your dog conquer his fears.

 5. Handle any relevant medical issues.

 6. Be gentle, positive and kind.

 7. Never use punishment.

 8. Protect your dog from scary situations.

 9. Accept that many fearful dogs never become gregarious, gowith- the-flow types.

 10. Love your dog for who he is.

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