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Dog attacks – what studies tell us

This past week we have heard the horrific news of a young boy in Cornwall being killed and a baby boy from Hawick being in critical condition both as a result from dog attacks. Whilst further details are yet to…

Gene mutation linked to sudden blindness in dogs

A new study has found that a change in genetic code is linked to sudden blindness known as goniodysgenesis (…

“Nip it in the bud!”

Five words that sum up an owner’s frustration about their dog’s problem behaviour.  Five words I have heard so often…

Can allergy-friendly dogs prevent allergic reactions?

Allergies to dogs have increased in prevalence presumably as a result of increased dog ownership and sensitisation.  Consequently, public interest…

Poop-eating habits in dogs

One of the most common problems owners speak to me about is their dog’s habit of eating poop.  Known as…

Using ‘baby-talk’ gains attention and supports the human-dog bond

Data suggest dog owners tend to anthropomorphise their four-legged friends more than cat owners (Dotson et al., 2010).  Indeed, in…

Dog noise sensitivity and links with pain

There are numerous factors that can influence a dog’s behaviour, however, a new study has found a relationship between fear…

Are anxious people more likely to be bitten?

There are many variables that can lead to a dog bite including but not limited to: the context, what the…

How to tackle jumping up

One of the most common problems dog owners ask me about at Puppy & Dog School is “How do I…

Domestic violence and its links with pets

In 2016, The Crime Survey for England and Wales (CSEW) released figures that showed an estimated 1.8 million adults aged 16…