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German Shepherds bring the big bucks at the cinema

According to a recent study, German Shepherds claim the top spot when it comes to box office smashes. The pet insurer, Everypaw, analysed the top 50 live-action films starring dogs to better understand if there was a link between breed…
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People show greater attachment towards pets than partners

Despite the plethora of species sharing the planet with humans, only a privileged few occupy the position of pets. Pet-keeping…

How to tackle jumping up

One of the most common problems dog owners ask me about at Puppy & Dog School is “How do I…

Domestic violence and its links with pets

In 2016, The Crime Survey for England and Wales (CSEW) released figures that showed an estimated 1.8 million adults aged 16…

Are dogs selfish?

Man and dog have been together for thousands of years, forging a relationship that most would consider mutually beneficial.  Hollywood…

Factors to consider when choosing a dog

Many people choose a dog based on experiences from their past.  They may have fond memories of a dog once…

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…
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A Christmas thank you…

As 2019 draws to a close, we’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for all your continued support…

Grief in dogs

Ask most dog owners and they’ll agree that their pet is a highly valued member of the family. So, when…
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Animal signalling: mice sing duets to woo one another

Move over Michael Bublé, there’s a new crooner in town… In 1871, Darwin noted sexual selection gave rise to the…