by Sharmon Kinser | Nov 20, 2016 | Dog Behavior
During the holidays we often get more guests than other times of the year, which can cause a dilemma of what to do with our dogs, especially at the front door. While some of us have dogs that politely greet guests, others have overly excited or fearful dogs that can...
by Sharmon Kinser | Jan 3, 2016 | Dog Health, Dog Training, Human - Dog Bond, Human Health
We often make New Year’s resolutions for ourselves, but how about making one for your dog too? According to the 2013 National Pet Obesity Awareness Day Survey conducted by the Association of Pet Obesity Prevention, 52.5 percent of dogs are overweight or obese. Obesity...
by Sharmon Kinser | Dec 21, 2015 | Dog Health, Dog Training
Holiday Safety Tips for Your Pets...
by Sharmon Kinser | Mar 20, 2015 | Dog Health, Human - Dog Bond, Human Health
Dog kisses – some people like them while others are totally grossed out by even the thought of touching lips with their furry family members. It turns out there may actually be health benefits to doggie smooches. Researchers from University of Arizona (Human-Animal...
by Sharmon Kinser | Jan 13, 2015 | Dog Socialization, Dog Training, Human - Dog Bond
Pawsitive Paws held it’s first Out And About class of 2015 this past Saturday. It was a great day with plenty of sunshine and mild temperatures. This first class was held at Harry Griffen Park in La Mesa and included plenty of good distractions for the dogs. Lots of...
by Sharmon Kinser | Nov 16, 2014 | Emotions, Human - Dog Bond
This is such a great story. In Texas a man wasn’t feeling well and an ambulance was called. On the way to the hospital, the ambulance was flagged down by another driver who noticed a dog riding on the side step. The dog’s name was Buddy and he belonged to the man who...
by Sharmon Kinser | Jul 24, 2014 | Dog Behavior, Emotions
It’s been found that dogs feel jealousy. Many years ago someone told me not to anthropomorphize dogs. Basically what they were telling me was that while humans have emotions, dog were incapable of expressing emotion. A study done by UC San Diego professor Christine...
by Sharmon Kinser | Jul 18, 2014 | Shelter
I went to the San Diego Central Shelter this morning to help pull a dog for one of the rescue groups that I volunteer for. The barking and whining broke my heart and brought tears to my eyes. There are over 200 dogs desperately waiting to be adopted at that shelter...
