The Big Paw Blog — Pet Parent Learning Center

How Do I Stop My Dog From Stealing Shoes?

Quick Answer: Shoes smell intensely of you — stealing them is partly scent comfort and partly learned atten...

Why Does My Dog Spin in Circles Before Lying Down?

Quick Answer: Circling before lying down is an ancestral nesting behavior inherited from wild canines who w...

Getting Your Dog Ready for July 4th Fireworks Season

Quick Answer: Prepare before the fireworks start. Exercise your dog well in the morning. Set up their safe ...

What Is the Best Way to Exercise an Old Dog?

Quick Answer: Short, gentle, frequent walks are far better than one long walk for senior dogs — multiple 10...

How Long Do Dogs Sleep Per Day?

Quick Answer: Adult dogs sleep 12-14 hours per day on average. Puppies and senior dogs sleep more — up to 1...

What Human Foods Are Safe for Dogs?

Quick Answer: Many human foods are completely safe for dogs — the key is plain preparation (no seasoning, n...

How Do I Stop My Dog From Chewing Everything?

Quick Answer: Provide appropriate chew alternatives — a Comfort Duck, rope toy, or natural chew — and redir...

What Is the JJ's Legacy Collection?

Quick Answer: JJ's Legacy is our memorial charity collection — 10% of every sale from this collection goes ...

How Do I Train My Dog to Come When Called Every Time?

Quick Answer: Make the recall the best thing that ever happens — every single time. Use a unique recall wor...

What Is the Lick Mat Spa Kit?

Quick Answer: The Lick Mat Spa Kit pairs a freeze-ready lick mat with grooming gloves — the complete at-hom...

Why Does My Dog Follow Me to the Bathroom?

Quick Answer: Dogs follow you to the bathroom because they don't understand the concept of private space — ...

What Is the Duck Family Bundle?

Quick Answer: The Duck Family Bundle pairs the Comfort Duck chew toy with the Yellow Duck companion plush —...

What Is a Walk Ready Kit for Dogs?

Quick Answer: The Walk Ready Kit is a bundled set of walking essentials: a front-clip no-pull harness, refl...

How Do I Stop My Dog From Barking at the Television?

Quick Answer: Counter-condition the reaction — when animals or movement appear on screen, immediately start...

Can I Walk My Dog in the Rain?

Quick Answer: Yes — most dogs handle light to moderate rain completely fine. A post-rain walk even has bene...

How Do I Stop My Dog From Resource Guarding?

Quick Answer: Never punish growling at resources — the growl is the warning before a bite. Removing the gro...

How Do I Get a Dog to Trust Me?

Quick Answer: Let the dog come to you — never pursue or corner. Be predictable — same tone, same routine, s...

What Is the Best Way to Tire Out a Dog?

Quick Answer: The combination of physical exercise plus mental enrichment produces the deepest, longest-las...

How Do I Stop My Dog From Chasing Bikes?

Quick Answer: Work below threshold — identify the distance at which your dog notices bikes without lunging,...

What Is a Puppy Starter Kit?

Quick Answer: The Puppy Starter Kit includes the essential tools for a puppy's first days home: a lightweig...

Can Dogs Eat Mango?

Quick Answer: Yes — plain mango flesh is safe and nutritious for dogs. It's high in vitamins A, B6, C, and ...

Is a Dog Good for Mental Health?

Quick Answer: Yes — consistently across research. Dog owners show lower rates of depression and anxiety, re...

How Do I Handle a Dog Emergency?

Quick Answer: Know your nearest 24-hour emergency vet's address and number before you ever need it — look i...

Can Dogs Have Coconut Oil?

Quick Answer: In small amounts, coconut oil is generally safe for most dogs and has genuine benefits for co...