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Dogs and toddlers – staying safe

Arrive before class every Saturday at Puppy & Dog School and you will get to meet the youngest member of the team – my 17 month old.  For the purpose of this article, I will refer to her as my…

Dogs recognise happy and angry faces

As many of my clients will testify, I am always wittering on about the importance of how you ‘look and…

New Year resolutions – 5 tips to get fit with your dog

For many of us the New Year marks a fresh start with promises that “this is the year I will…”.…

Want a happy pup? Study proves play is the key

Christmas is typically our busiest time of the year for training new puppies, that’s because owners are understandably keen to…
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5 dog myths – busted

Over the years I am sure we have all heard various statements relating to dogs and their behaviour – why…

Different strokes – the way you pet your dog matters

Why touch is important The sense of touch is one of the more important senses, but is also the most…
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Dogs and cats – can they get along?

A question I often get asked is “Can dogs and cats get along?” it’s a common misconception that the two…

Can our pets predict earthquakes?

Unfortunately large earthquakes cause severe damage to property and people. Often they occur without warning and can be difficult to…

Top 5 Tips for training recall

When the video of ‘Fenton’, the lively black Labrador, chasing deer across Richmond Park followed by his swearing owner went…

Shock collars present welfare risk to dogs

It is estimated that close to 500,000 dog owners in the UK use electronic collars (e-collars). With around to 170…