Puppy
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 lots of information for new puppy owners about exercise and how much your puppy should be doing. It can be very confusing so, let’s have a look at some facts and myths. Puppy development Puppies do not…
Read MoreResource Guarding in Dogs
Resource Guarding in Dogs Posted on 12th February 2024 Have you ever got defensive when your friend wanted to share your food? Did you ever shielded your test answers from someone who wanted to sneak a look? Have you ever stopped eating or eaten faster when your partner asks, “what you eatin’?” You may even…
Read MoreCommon signs of Resource Guarding in dogs that get missed
Common signs of Resource Guarding in Dogs (that get missed!) Posted on 1st February 2024 Resource guarding is generally defined as: using a level of aggression to keep another human or dog away from something in your possession which you deem valuable and don’t want to lose. Guarding can occur with food, toys, chews, space,…
Read More5 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 of advice being given on social media about puppies having loose poo. Generally it goes along the lines of changing the food, trying no chicken and no grain. Whilst this may have “worked” for one dog, taking…
Read MoreWhy does my dog bark so much?
Why does my dog bark so much? Posted on 16th November 2023 Barking dogs! They can be a proper nuisance, can’t they? If your dog is barking out and about, it can be really embarrassing. My dog barked loudly in the middle of a Christmas carol concert once! Persistent barking in the home drives…
Read MoreWhat about punishment in dog training?
What about punishment in dog training? Posted on 28th September 2023 I’m going to admit it… there are times in my life when I get stressed and frustrated. Sometimes, these feelings make me withdraw and need time on my own and other times, you may find me a little snappy and sharp. This can…
Read MoreSuccess Stories : In house fighting
Success Stories : Fighting in the house Posted on 15th August 2023 Meet the boys! Monty and Max are 2 Golden Retrievers, both from a rescue abroad. Monty arrived last November and Max in June. The boys went for a walk and all seemed fine but on returning to the house, Monty attacked Max…
Read MoreUnderstanding puppy biting : a guide for new owners
Puppy biting : A guide for new owners Posted on 1st August 2023 Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting yet terrifying time. Often the visions of cuddling up with your new bundle of fluff go out of the window as your puppy turns into a land shark! Puppy biting is a normal…
Read MoreCan we prevent aggression in dogs?
Preventing Aggression in Dogs : is it possible? Posted on 21st June 2023 Aggression from dogs towards humans is on the increase. Since the pandemic, its the most common problem I see with my behaviour cases (used to be reactive dogs). Recent events in South Wales have shown an increase of dog attacks on…
Read MorePlay 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 in our house, you will find us playing board games. Any visitors that we have must join in. We love it! They break the ice and also teaches us a lot about the people we are playing…
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