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Strengthening your dog’s focus and attention on walks

Walking your dog can be a rewarding experience, but it can also present challenges when it comes to maintaining your dog's focus and attention. Distractions abound, from other dogs to enticing scents, making it difficult for your furry friend to…

The Pitfalls of Flooding as a Dog Behavioural Modification Technique

Flooding is a controversial dog behavioural modification technique that involves exposing a dog to an overwhelming amount of a feared…

The Importance of Cat Enrichment: Enhancing Feline Well-being

Cat enrichment is crucial in maintaining their well-being, mental stimulation, and physical health. In this post, I explore why cat…

The Benefits of Training Cooperative Care Behaviours in Dogs: Chin Rest Edition!

This post looks at the incredible benefits of training your furry friend in cooperative care behaviours, specifically the chin rest.…

Why dogs roll in poop and how to stop it

Dogs engage in what can appear to us humans as curious behaviours, and one of them is rolling in animal…

Tackling puppy biting, jumping, toileting and training great behaviours

To help owners have the very best advice at their fingers tips, I have put together my online modular course…

Things to consider when photographing your child and dog

There is nothing nicer than seeing the bond between a young child and the family dog develop - and capturing…

Understanding cats’ whiskers

Cats are known for their elegant whiskers that add to their charm and mystique. Yet how does a cat use…

Coronation Day – tips for pet owners

As the King’s Coronation draws near, many households may be gearing-up to celebrate this event. This might include street parties,…

Why do cats knead?

Kneading, also known as “making biscuits,” is a common behaviour exhibited by cats. During this behaviour, a cat will alternately…

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