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Posts tagged "DogBehavior"
Week by Week: How Breeders Shape Healthy Behavioral Development
Breeder Guide · Development · DogBehavior
Mindy Waite, PhD, MS, CAAB
July 1, 2026
The difference between a confident adult dog and a fearful one often starts in the first 8 weeks of life. Here is what happens week by week, and why it matters whether you are a breeder or someone selecting a new puppy.
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Dogs and Halloween: A Potentially Scary Combination
Halloween · Safety · DogBehavior
Mindy Waite, PhD, MS, CAAB
October 31, 2025
Halloween is one of the most exciting times of year — the candy, costumes, and parties bring out everyone’s playful side. But while we enjoy the spooky fun, our dogs might see things a little differently. Flashing lights, doorbells ringing nonstop, and people dressed as monsters can all be pretty unsettling for pups. Whether you [ ]
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