This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. You’re in the kitchen, moving on autopilot. Maybe you’re rinsing a plate or maybe you’re halfway through stepping ...

If you've ever observed your dog standing in a rigid position over their food bowl or a favorite toy, staring down anyone who tries to come close, then it's likely you're familiar with resource ...

Does your happy-go-lucky dog turn into Cujo when you attempt to take away his bone, toy or remove him from his favorite resting spot? In the training world we refer to these dogs as "resource guarders ...

You’re reaching for your dog’s chew toy, and suddenly they freeze, growl, or even snap. Or maybe they hover over their food bowl like it’s buried treasure. If this sounds familiar, you’re likely ...

Have you ever tried to sit next to your dog and noticed their body stiffen as you approach? Maybe they stare you down or even ...

Resource guarding in dogs looks like either running away with something perceived to be valuable or displaying overtly aggressive behaviors like growling, barking, lunging or biting to protect a ...

Dog Gone Problems is a weekly advice column by David Codr, a dog behaviorist in Omaha. David answers dog behavior questions sent in by our readers. You can reach him at [email protected].