Food aggression in dogs is a common problem that pet parents face. Your dog may display signs of aggression by snapping or growling at you or other family members when you come near their food bowl, ...

DEAR DR. FOX: I recently adopted (as a foster failure!) a wonderful 3-year-old hound named Marley. She joins our menagerie of one other dog and four cats. Marley has an unusual food-aggression issue.

We know that positive reinforcement training is good for dogs (and cats!) because it keeps their brains active, helps to build the human-animal bond, and teaches them skills that help them live in a ...