Category: Dog

To be able to change the behavior of anyone or anything would be such an amazing experience and would personally benefit me greatly. I would use operant conditioning to change my pet dogs behavior. He insists on using the bathroom inside after being walked for a long time, he also chews anything he can get…

When I was eleven, I bought two black dogs. Some days, they go missing. But once one of them finds their way back, I wait in anticipation for the next to follow. Some days, both leave to find other people to aggravate. When the dogs arent with me, I feel light as a feather. Im…

My son started asking me for a dog when he was 5 years old. I had the perfect excuse to deny his wish: ‘We live in an apartment. Maybe when we get a house.’ Soon his pleas were reinforced by the ones of his little sister, who also asked for a pet. I didn’t see…

What do you expect to find in a classroom? Students, books, pens, pencils and dogs? For pupils in primary and high schools in Scotland it is not common to be greeted by a furry friend in the work area. In my opinion, the idea of having trained dogs in the classroom to help with learning…

Pit bulls, often the subject of controversy and misunderstanding, deserve a fair and informed perspective. These dogs, known for their strength and loyalty, have been unjustly stigmatized due to misconceptions perpetuated by media sensationalism and biased portrayals. It’s time to set the record straight and advocate for a more balanced understanding of pit bulls, focusing…

Despite the many arguments that a vast number of people will make that dogs cannot be man’s best friend it has become clear, for numerous reasons, that these arguments are wrong. Dogs are indeed mans best friend. Firstly, there is overwhelming evidence to suggest that the companionship of a dog can benefit many people suffering…

‘Assistance dog’ is a term defining a diverse range of dogs that have undergone training which allows them to help and support their owner who has a disability (Assistance Dogs International Inc., 2006). These animals perform a variety of tasks for their owners, depending on their role and their owners disability (Equality and Human Rights…

We are a nation of dog lovers. When you think of perfect pooches, what breeds come to mind? Pretty Poodles, cuddly Collies, lavish Labradors and cheeky Chihuahuas? But what if you are after a Japanese Tosa, a Dogo Argentino, a Fila Brasiliero or a Pit Bull Terrier? Unfortunately, these are the four breeds which have…

In Alistair MacLeods short stories As Birds Bring Forth the Sun (Birds) and Winter Dog, MacLeod emphasizes the power of past memories to influence the present. In each story, both of which take place in Cape Breton, Macleod describes how fates and fortunes intertwine with the life and devotion of dogs with their male owners.…

Anthropomorphism is the attribution of human motivation, characteristics, or behavior to inanimate objects, animals, or natural phenomena. In other words, anthropomorphism is when we humans give human characteristics or behaviors to animals. According to the RSPCA, there are an estimated 8.5 million dogs in the UK. We are a nation of dog lovers and according…