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Welcome to Dogpackr.com, where it's all about having fun with (hyper) active dogs! I'm passionate about any sorts of activities with dogs. This is why I share tips, ideas and tricks about backpacking with dogs, traveling with dogs, hiking with dogs and generally how to keep your dog entertained.
My dog Baloo is a hyper dog, so, I've also learned a lot about how to calm over excited dogs down and generally how to understand dog behavior better.
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How to Stop a Dog from Eating Everything on Walks - dogpackr
If your pup is a big of a scavenger, you’re probably wondering how to finally stop your dog from eating everything on walks. Not only is it gross if your dog snacks on some poop or garbage lying around, it’s also potentially dangerous. The good thing is that puppies are more interested in eating stuff off the ground than adult dogs. And there are a few tips that can help get rid of that behavior, for the most part. #dogtraining #puppytraining #puppyeatingstuff
How Long Can a Dog Walk? - dogpackr
How long can a dog walk? The answer to that question isn’t super obvious. In fact, it depends! Here’s the quick answer: the average dog can easily walk about 2,5 hours (or 10 miles) per day without any special training. That’s for the average, medium-sized, medium-aged dog on normal, flat terrain. #dogwalk #doghike #walkthedog
My Dog Gets Aggressive When Tired—What Can I Do? - dogpackr
Is your dog getting aggressive when he’s tired? That definitely isn’t fun and potentially dangerous. Unfortunately, it isn’t uncommon for dogs to act out when they’re tired. But it happens even more often when they’re overtired. At this point they’re just overwhelmed and their behavior basically shows you that they’re overdue for a nap.Luckily, there are ways to make sure your dog isn’t even getting into that state. #dogaggression #puppyaggression #overtiredpuppy
Should I Wake My Puppy Up to Pee at Night? - dogpackr
Potty training your puppy is a lot of work. Keeping an eye on him all the time to check for signs he needs to go, cleaning up after the inevitable accidents…It could be a full-time job! When it comes to potty training your puppy, you really need to consider the reality of a nightime pee-break. After all, your little guy or girl still has a small bladder even when he’s sleeping. #pottytraining #puppypottytraining #puppytraining
Why Do Puppies Get the Zoomies Before Bed? - dogpackr
In concept, the idea of zoomies might seem cute to non-dog owners. After all, your little guy is just so excited all he can do is race around! That’s adorable! Well, as all dog owners know, those zoomies can get old really fast! Especially if they happen right before bedtime. There are few things more frustrating than trying to get yourself and your puppy ready for bed while he’s refusing to stop running around… #puppyzoomies #overtiredpuppy #zoomies
What Causes Puppy Zoomies? 5 Common Reasons - dogpackr
If your puppy experiences a burst of energy on a regular basis, you’ve likely been wondering what actually causes puppy zoomies. Zoomies were a daily activity when Baloo was still a puppy. It sometimes felt like all he did was zoom around when he wasn’t in his crate… #zoomies #puppyzoomies #crazypuppy
5 Tips to Deal with Puppy Witching Hour - dogpackr
Is your puppy experiencing the witching hour? Some also call it the zoomies. But regardless of what you call it, you sure as heck know how annoying it can be. In this article, I’ll share the 5 tips to deal with puppy witching hour that I wish I knew when I first got Baloo. #puppywitchinghour #puppyzoomies #zoomies
Why Does My Dog Scratch His Face? - dogpackr
Have you ever wondered why your dog scratches his face?That’s a pretty common dog behavior. Your pup might either be scratching his face with his paw or he might even rub it on the carpet or your couch. I’ve always wondered why Baloo is doing that, especially because he sometimes rubs his face on my furniture or on me (yep) and it just looks hilarious. #dogscratching #dogbehavior #dogscratchingface
When Do Puppies Calm Down? - dogpackr
If you’re a new puppy parent and your puppy is constantly zooming through the house, you’re likely wondering: when do puppies calm down? Yep, I’ve asked myself this question for a good 6 to 12 months of first having my Mini Poodle Baloo. You can’t even imagine the amount of energy he had! Add some really bad separation anxiety, loooots of whining and barking and the occasional chewing on top of it and you can imagine how relaxing our first few months together were… #puppies #puppybehavior
Why Is My Dog Sniffing the Air? - dogpackr
Are you sometimes seeing your dog sniffing the air like there’s no tomorrow? You probably don’t smell anything weird and might be wondering: why on earth is my dog sniffing the air? There’s nothing unusual. Well, the truth is that dogs have an incredibly strong sense of smell. So, just because you don’t smell anything, doesn’t mean that there isn’t some super interesting information flying around in the air. #dogbehavior #dogsniffing #dognose
5 Tips to Calm an Overexcited Puppy quickly - dogpackr
If your puppy is zooming around your house, you’re likely wondering how to calm an overexcited puppy. When my Mini Poodle Baloo was a puppy, I’ve probably asked myself this question on a daily basis. And that was because overexcitement was kind of his default behavior! #overexcitedpuppy #puppy #puppyenergy
9 Hyperactive Dog Symptoms and How to Help Your Dog Calm Down - dogpackr
What are hyperactive dog symptoms? If your pup seems to be having a little too much energy, this question is probably on your mind. To save you all the research, here are 9 hyperactive dog symptoms that will help you determine if your dog belongs to this category. Plus, I’ll also show you what you can do to help your dog calm down. #hyperdog #hyperactivedog #dogbehavior
My Puppy Is Not Sleeping During the Day, What Should I Do? - dogpackr
Puppies have a lot of energy, but they also need a lot of sleep. It’s hard for your puppy to get the sleep he needs if he refuses to sleep during the day! So, in this article we’ll look at what you can do if your puppy is not sleeping during the day. #puppy #puppysleep #puppies
How to Calm a Puppy from Crying - dogpackr
“How to calm a puppy from crying” is probably one of the most common questions new puppy owners have. And I have definitely been no exception here! Here’s how to calm a puppy from crying. But first, we need to understand why puppies are crying in the first place. #cryingpuppy #crypuppy #puppybehavior
Why Do Dogs Like Their Ears Rubbed? - dogpackr
If you’ve ever rubbed your dog’s ears, then you know how much it can feel good for a pup! You may have felt your dog really lean in to his ear rubs, close his eyes and let out a big, happy sigh.My Mini Poodle Baloo has started to kind of incorporate that into his morning routine. Right before we go for our morning walk, I usually have him sit, attach the leash to the collar and then give him a little cheek scratch. #dogears #earrubs #dogbehavior
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