There are a multitude of body language signals that dogs use to communicate. They don’t rely on verbal communication as much as we do; instead, they rely on body language signals. This is their main way of communicating. In this post, we will explore dog body language – debunking myths that commonly mislead dog owners. […]
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Understanding dog behaviour is essential for pet owners. It not only helps in fostering a better relationship between the pet and owner but also contributes to the overall well-being of the dog. In this section, we will explore various aspects of dog behaviour, including communication, social interactions, and how certain behaviours can indicate a dog’s
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Understanding the 4 Ds: Essential Principles for Dog Training. In order to succeed and have that amazingly well trained dog, you have to break things down into realistic goals. Set you and your dog up for success, go slow and steady, put the training in and be patient, and you will succeed. To help you
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We all buy dog toys. Yes I know toys are really popular with dog owners. Pet shops are full of them, coming in all sorts of shapes and sizes. I am a big fan of toys for puppies, they need things to chew, to keep your furniture in tact and also help development and play
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Let’s talk about ‘littermate syndrome’. Fancy term for:- 2 dogs from the same litter growing up and fighting. Understanding Littermate Syndrome Usually the dogs will be fine when they are young pups, anything up to 6 months is normally not a problem. Then hormones kick in and that’s when the trouble can start. The pups
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More and more in my consultations I am being presented with dogs that have high levels of dog anxiety. This is akin to what we would call GAD (General Anxiety Disorder) in humans. This trend correlates with the lockdown puppies, but many dogs born outside lockdown are also presenting high levels of anxiety. The dog
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It is that time of year when we are all getting ready for Christmas. For our dogs this can be wonderful as it means extra time with us, doggy presents, lots of attention, and maybe some Christmas turkey and trimmings! However, it is crucial to remember dog safety at Christmas, as this can also be
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Dog training and behaviour. Dog training covers the basics and beyond so this includes training your puppy or adult dog how to come when you call it (recall), how to do various commands and tricks, sit, stay, down, drop, retrieve and so on. Training will also cover integrating dogs into society, getting them to walk
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Kids around dogs. By nature children and dogs are a tricky combination! But with the right handling, dogs can have a wonderful relationship with children. Providing the dog has not had any bad experiences around children, and with the right training and management put in place, there is no reason why a family dog cannot
Who is this for? Anyone with mild to moderate lead reactivity towards dogs. Those that want to learn strategies, training techniques and have careful exposure to stimulus in a safe, controlled environment. We will use a mixture of direct training protocols and enrichment activities to learn how to cope being near other dogs. The classes
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