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Everything you need to know about resource guarding in dogs

Everything you need to know about resource guarding in dogs Posted on 25th November 2024 Your dog stops…
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The Importance of Sleep in Managing Guarding and Aggressive Behaviours Blog

The Importance of Sleep in Managing Guarding and Aggressive Behaviours Posted on 8th August 2024 Resource guarding and…
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Are Cockapoos prone to resource guarding?

Are Cockapoos prone to resource guarding? Posted on 8th July 2024 Cockapoo forums and groups are full of…
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Resource Guarding – what can you ask your breeder to do?

Resource Guarding in Dogs : What can you ask your breeder to do? Posted on 12th February 2024…
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Help! My dog is aggressive at the vets

Help! My dog is aggressive at the vets Posted on 16th May 2024 It's one of the biggest…
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Why is my Dog Resource Guarding their Favourite Human Being

Why is my Dog Resource Guarding their Favourite Human Being? Posted on 11th April 2024 Dogs often exhibit…
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Is the Five Minute Rule of Exercise for Puppies Really Necessary?

Is the Five Minute Rule of Exercise for Puppies Really Necessary? Posted on 12th March 2024 There is…
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Resource Guarding in Dogs

Resource Guarding in Dogs Posted on 12th February 2024 Have you ever got defensive when your friend wanted…
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How to Deal with Dogs Resource Guarding Food

How to Deal with Dogs Resource Guarding Food Posted on 1st February 2024 Resource guarding is generally defined…
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5 reasons why your new puppy may have loose poos

5 reasons why your new puppy has loose poo Posted on 4th January 2024   I see lots…
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Barking Chihuahua on a grass verge next to water

Why does my dog bark so much?

Why does my dog bark so much? Posted on 16th November 2023   Barking dogs! They can be…
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A Japanese Spitz sat on the sofa being told "no" by a human, a humans finger is signalling to the dog.

What about punishment in dog training?

What about punishment in dog training? Posted on 28th September 2023   I'm going to admit it... there…
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Understanding puppy biting : a guide for new owners

Puppy biting : A guide for new owners Posted on 1st August 2023   Bringing home a new…
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White and brown Jack Russell terrier dog growling and snarling with whale eye and ears pinned back at camera

Can we prevent aggression in dogs?

Preventing Aggression in Dogs : is it possible? Posted on 21st June 2023   Aggression from dogs towards…
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Jack Russel with a yellow tennis ball in hand, the owner is also holding the ball

Play like a dog – the under used relationship builder

Canine Play the Right Way aka Play Like A Dog Posted on 27th March 2023   Most evenings…
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Kerry Blue Terrier climbing up on owners leg, owner has bare feet, stood in a field

The Problem With Teenagers

The Problem with Teenagers Posted on 17th Feb 2023   Teenagers: love 'em or hate 'em, we have…
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The 7 biggest mistakes you are making when walking your dog

The 7 Biggest Mistakes You Are Making When Walking Your Dog Posted on 4th Jan 2023 Let's start…
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Why your dog may not take treats in training

5 reasons why your dog may not take treats in training Posted on 27th Sept 2022 One of…
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A beagle dog leaning on a dining table and eating the tail of a battered fish

Nipping it in the bud

Nipping things in the bud (bad dog behaviours) Posted on 19th August 2022 If I had a pound.........…
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi on a lilo with black sunglasses on

Hot dogs – behaviour changes in hot weather

Hot Dogs - behaviour changes in hot weather Posted on 4th July 2022 At this time of year,…
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4 things you can do to improve your recall today

4 ways you can improve your dog recall today Posted on 16th March 2022 It's got to be…
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The Benefits of Crate Training

The Benefits of Crate Training your Dog Posted on 16th March 2022 I have been watching the news…
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The Benefits of Dog Sports

The Benefits of Dog Sports Posted on 16th March 2022 This month, on our social media, we have…
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Why does my dog follow me everywhere?

Why does my dog follow me everywhere? Posted on 18th February 2022 We have been talking in our…
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Puggle puppy sat on carpet looking into the camera to represent a very new young puppy starting puppy power classes

Five Signs Your Dog Might Be In Pain

Five Signs Your Dog Might Be In Pain Posted on 20th January 2022 Dogs are masters of disguise…
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Keeping your dog healthy this walk your dog month

Keeping your dog healthy this walk the dog month Posted on 21st December 2021 January is Walk Your…
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Boston Terrier running in field with the zoomies

When should I let my puppy off the lead?

When should I let my puppy off the lead? Posted on 11th October 2021 How do I know…
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Golden Retriever puppy walking towards the camera in a field at dusk

Puppy Socialisation: What is My Puppy Trying to Say?

Puppy Socialisation: What is My Puppy Trying to Say? Posted on 27th September 2021 How to read the…
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Bull Terrier Puppy recalling back to owner

Socialisation with other dogs – why it’s not just about classes

Socialisation with other dogs - why it's not just about classes Posted on 13th September 2021 Sights, sounds,…
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Help! I’m going back to the office!

Help! I'm going back to the office! Posted on 16th August 2021 Preventing separation anxiety in your puppy…
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Golden Retriever puppy that is so small, they fit in their dog bowl. Represents playing with food instead of eating.

My puppy has gone off their food

My puppy has gone off their food Posted on 3rd June 2021 Learn about normal eating behaviours "How…
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The Puppy Sleeping Guide

The Puppy Sleeping Guide Posted on 13th May 2021 How to get your puppy to sleep through the…
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Boston Terrier running in field with the zoomies

Why does my puppy get the Zoomies?

Why does my puppy get the Zoomies? Posted on 1st April 2021 Puppy Frenetic Random Activity Periods -…
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Is the puppy blues real?

Is the puppy blues real? Posted on 24th February 2021 You waited 8 weeks or longer in anticipation.…
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Why I don’t give β€œa bit of advice”

Why I don't give "a bit of advice" Posted on 28th January 2021 I receive many calls and…
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11 Common Genetic Diseases in Dogs

11 Common Genetic Diseases in Dogs Posted on 29th June 2020 One the major responsibilites of a breeder…
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I’m bringing my puppy home. What 6 things should I have?

I'm bringing my puppy home. What 6 things should I have? Posted on 11th May 2020 Bringing your…
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What should I look for in a breeder?

What should I look for in a breeder? Posted on 5th May 2020 Is this the time to…
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