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Dogs and toddlers – similarities in cooperative communication
A new study by the University of Arizona has further highlighted the similarities in cooperative communication skills between dogs and toddlers. The researchers studied 552 dogs including; pet, assistance and bomb-detection dogs of varying breeds. Firstly, the team assessed the…
And the breed most likely to bite is….
According to the Kennel Club, the number one breed in the UK is the Labrador. This friendly, lovable breed has…
English Bulldog health comes under fire
The English bulldog is one of the most popular breeds and it’s also a national icon, symbolising British pluck. But…
How a break-up can affect your pet
According to the Family Court Statistics Quarterly for January to March 2023 there were 28,865 divorce applications and over the past 50…
Did my pets know I was ill before I did?
There is plenty of anecdotal evidence from dog owners that suggest their pets have sniffed out or alerted in some…
Dogs’ intelligence test may benefit humans
A new intelligence test has been developed for dogs. While this isn’t the first of it’s kind that can tell…
Baby proofing your dog
“Congratulations, you’re having a baby” said the doctor, confirming the results that the little pregnancy stick had revealed just a…
How NVC’s impact dog behaviour
When it comes to us humans, evidence suggests when we’re engaged in a conversation with someone typically 93% of what…
Grief in dogs
A note from Hanne, June 2026: I wrote this article in 2015, reflecting the evidence and behaviour guidance available at…
Study reveals dogs were domesticated in Central Asia
A group of scientists have under taken the largest-ever survey of worldwide canine genetic diversity, and have found strong evidence…
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