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Why Is My Child Afraid of Dogs? Understanding Cynophobia in Children

A fear of dogs, known clinically as cynophobia, can significantly impact a child’s daily life. For many families, it goes beyond a mild dislike or temporary anxiety. Children who are afraid of dogs may panic during walks, dashing into the…

DNA Evidence Confirms Feral Cats are Driving Declines in Reintroduced Native Species

In the remote conservation sites of South Australia, a quiet but devastating predator is undermining efforts to restore native wildlife!…

Grab a Slot at our In-person Training & Behaviour Surgery

We are holding our annual popular in-person dog and cat training and behaviour surgery on Thursday, 15th May 2025, at Hastoe Village…

A Guide to Safe Play Activities for Puppies

Play is fundamental to a puppy’s development, shaping behaviour, confidence, and problem-solving abilities. I am such a firm believer in…

Can Faecal Transplants Help Manage Anxiety in Dogs with Epilepsy?

Managing behavioural issues such as anxiety and fear in dogs, especially those with epilepsy can be challenging for dog guardians.…

Empathy Improves Understanding of Human and Dog Emotions

A recent study by Kujala et al. (2024) has taken a closer look at how empathy shapes the human brain’s…

Dogs Can Smell Cancer in Other Dogs: What It Means for Owners

Dogs’ sense of smell has long been celebrated, from sniffing out missing persons to detecting diseases in humans. Now, research…

Understanding Your Dog’s Emotions: What New Research Reveals

Dogs are remarkably expressive, and as their guardians, we often feel we can tell exactly what they’re feeling. But how…

Understanding Love: What It Means for Pet Owners

A new study from Aalto University, published in Cerebral Cortex, has explored the many forms of love and how our…

Unleash Your Style: Pet-Lover Chic Meets Ethical Fashion

Calling all pet parents, animal lovers, and anyone who can’t resist a playful twist on casual clothing! I’m delighted to…