Dogs Pawing and Scratching

Pawing and scratching is a tactic dogs use to ask for something they want, or as part of play. Pawing is also used to get a person’s immediate attention, like when kids say “mom!” over and over. Humans, however, lack the protective fur covering that dogs have, and claws can cause severe skin injuries. Not only that, a large pawing dog can actually trip someone or knock them over. If your dog has a pawing problem, here are 5 tips to get help your dog learn some polite paw manners. More Exercise Sometimes dogs paw simply because they need more exercise. All dogs are different, but in general, 2-3 vigorous… Read More Continue Reading