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Common 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 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…
Read MoreThe 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 with a question: Are you walking your dog or going for a walk with them? It may sound like a silly question but the nuance is important. A walk may well be the highlight of your dog’s…
Read MoreWhy 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 the things I hear often is “my dog is not really treat motivated”. It always make me ask more questions as it is not usual for dogs to turn away the offer of something tasty. When I…
Read MoreNipping it in the bud
Nipping things in the bud (bad dog behaviours) Posted on 19th August 2022 If I had a pound……… The phrase “I just need to nip it in the bud” drives me mad Now, I may be wrong, but to me it implies that something unwanted just needs to be stopped, without any consideration of why…
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