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The impact of crisis on pet caregivers and their animals
In recent years, various studies have been conducted to understand the impact that crises such as domestic violence or environmental disasters can have on owners and their pets. For example, Dogs Trust (2019) found many survivors of domestic abuse had…
Dog Noses: Sniffing out the facts
Dogs’ noses are nothing short of extraordinary. Serving as their primary gateway to the world, these powerful olfactory organs are…
Applying the 80:20 rule to tackle unwanted pet behaviour
The Pareto Principle, commonly known as the 80:20 rule, suggests that in many scenarios, 80% of effects arise from 20%…
Valentine’s Day Heart-Shaped Dog Treats
Celebrate love with your four-legged friend this Valentine’s Day by baking some homemade, heart-shaped dog treats. We’ve made some recommendations…
The ‘Silent Farter’: Insights into dog interactions for owners
As a dog owner, have you ever been baffled by your dog’s sudden outburst of reactive behaviour during a peaceful…
Mirror neurons tuned to aggression
A recent study has revealed a fascinating aspect of animal behaviour, particularly focusing on aggression and its perception among animals.…
Hormone Replacement Therapy and the risk to our pets
As a Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) user, I am particularly interested in this subject matter; however, something I had not…
Three principles all dog owners can apply
Dog training isn’t just about getting a behaviour and attaching a cue to it; instead, I like to consider it…
Cats have nearly 300 facial expressions
Researchers Lauren Scott and Brittany Florkiewicz embarked on a mission to understand the facial signals of domestic cats, particularly during…
Why do dogs wink?
Dogs have a flexible behavioural repertoire and among the many gestures they exhibit, the act of winking is one that…
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