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Adolescent Dogs – A Ruff Guide: Part 1

For dogs, adolescence is a critical developmental stage marked by significant changes in behaviour, hormones, and brain structure.  These changes can present unique challenges for dog owners and that’s why I have written this ‘ruff guide’ to teen dogs in…

Understanding Your Pet: The Key to a Happy and Healthy Pooch or Kitty

As a devoted pet owner, you know that your furry friend is more than just a pet; they are a…

Labrador Obesity: The Genetic Twist Every Owner Should Know

Recent research from the University of Cambridge has found something that Labrador owners may have long suspected: Labradors can carry…

Warning signs – when seeking training and behaviour support

Recently, I worked with a case that underscores the importance of compassionate and science-based dog training and behaviour.  A young…

Easy hack to get your dog’s focus and attention on to you

One of the simplest ways you can build a great foundation for your dog’s focus and attention on to you…

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…

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…

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