Among dog parents, one common complaint makes the rounds: “Oh, my dog is so stubborn!” What strikes me is that it is often said with a mix of laughter and frustration, which speaks volumes.

Why is my dog so stubborn? Your dog is showing that he really wants to be 'top dog'. Aggression itself can result from a number of causes, and there is not one single cause.

When it comes to affection and loyalty, the Bernese Mountain Dog and the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog come neck in neck. Both ...

You would think so based on your dog’s body language and facial expressions, right? Related: How to Train a Stubborn Dog When You're at Your Wits' End Some years back, a video took the internet ...

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"The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is the more stubborn of the two and can be a bit more of a challenge," says Dr. MacMillan. But that's nothing that a lot of positive reinforcement and some of the ...