Pets
Rethinking the Pet Effect
Dogs have long been promoted as the perfect antidote to combating loneliness and anxiety. It seems that not a week goes by without a new study emerging that champions the ‘pet effect’; the idea that animals improve our mental health…
When Walks Hurt! New Study Shows Common Injuries Linked to Dog Leads
For many of us, enjoying a quiet stroll with our pooch away from the daily hubbub can be a simple…
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…
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…
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