STR- My Dog Sleeps Way More Than Usual — Should I Be Concerned?
If your dog is sleeping much more than normal, skipping playtime, or seems harder to wake, it’s natural to worry. Dogs do sleep a lot—but a sudden or noticeable increase…
STR- My Dog Breaks “Stay” After 2 Seconds — Why Can’t He Hold It?
If your dog can sit or lie down but breaks the “stay” almost immediately, you’re not failing—and neither is your dog. A solid “stay” is one of the hardest skills…
STR- My Dog Protects Me Too Aggressively — What’s Really Going On?
If your dog growls, barks, lunges, or snaps at people or other dogs who come near you, it may feel like loyalty—but overprotective behavior is not healthy protection. In most…
STR- My Dog Wakes Up at Night and Wanders Around — Should I Be Worried?
If your dog wakes up during the night and starts wandering, pacing, or roaming the house, you’re right to pay attention. While occasional nighttime movement can be harmless, repeated or…
STR- Dog Hides During Thunderstorms — Is This Normal?
If your dog runs to hide under the bed, in closets, bathrooms, or tight corners during thunderstorms, you’re seeing a very common reaction. While mild fear can be normal, intense…
STR- My Dog Shakes When Meeting New People — Is This Fear or Anxiety?
If your dog trembles, shakes, crouches, or stiffens when meeting new people, it’s a clear sign your dog is emotionally overwhelmed. This behavior is very common—and it’s not bad manners…
STR- Dog Keeps Jumping Up Like Something Touched Him — What’s Going On?
If your dog suddenly jumps, flinches, spins, or bolts as if something brushed against him—but nothing is there, it can be unsettling to watch. This behavior isn’t playful and usually…
STR- My Dog Freezes When I Call His Name — What Does This Mean?
If your dog stops moving, stiffens, stares, or seems “stuck” when you call his name, it can be confusing and worrying. This reaction isn’t stubbornness. Freezing is a stress or…
STR- Why Does My Dog Chase Shadows Nonstop?
If your dog obsessively chases shadows, light reflections, or moving spots on walls and floors, it can start as something that looks playful—but over time, it often becomes concerning and…
STR- Dog Constantly Thirsty — Is It a Kidney Problem?
If your dog is constantly thirsty, empties the water bowl quickly, or seems unable to quench their thirst, this is not something to ignore. Persistent excessive thirst—called polydipsia—is one of…