Hey,

Happy Wednesday!

It may or may not be apparent to you from previous emails, but I like my food. It’s fair to say that I sometimes like it too much.

However, I’m unlikely to bite or shout at you if you try to steal some fries from my plate. 

This isn’t the case with some dogs. Try to get near their food, particularly if it’s something special like a bone or a tasty chew, and they might show you exactly how impressive their teeth are. 

Resource-guarding is a common ancestral behavior. It’s natural but it is not good. Especially as our dogs get fed regularly and well, and shouldn’t fear another animal, dog or human, taking their food away.

So, why does it happen? And can you stop resource-guarding?

As ever, we have an article for that: How to Stop Resource Guarding in Dogs

It looks at the causes and signs of resource-guarding — and, crucially, some solutions to this potentially serious problem.

Have a read and please pass it on to any pet parents you know who might not be signed up to these emails.

Enjoy the rest of the week. And if you get to eat any particularly tasty food, remember: it’s good to share. 

Until next time,

Andrew

Editor
The Dog Food Advisor
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