How Your Dog’s Brain Syncs with Yours: The Science of Connection
For most dog guardians, nothing beats that cute gaze of our dog’s eyes when they are seeking affection, comfort or attention. Whilst science has shown human-dog eye gazing produces oxytocin release (known as the ‘love hormone’) (Nagasawa et al., 2015),…
Dogs Can Smell Your Stress: What does this mean for owners?
Recent research from the University of Bristol, published in Scientific Reports, has unveiled insights into how dogs can detect human…
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…
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…
Do dogs perceive time and if so – how?
I am often asked whether dogs perceive time, and if so, how do they perceive it? This question has long…
Understanding repetitive behaviours in dogs
Stereotypies are considered to be repetitive movements or sounds that do not vary and seem to have no end goal…
What I Wish I Knew Before I Got a Dog
Owning a dog is a rewarding experience filled with love, loyalty, and companionship. However, it also comes with its fair…
How Do Dogs Show Their Love? A Scientific Exploration
Over the last two decades the number of studies on domestic dogs have exploded. This surge in research has allowed…
Animal Practitioner Series: Harness the Power of Focus in Your Consultations
This article is aimed at animal practitioners to help them better understand their clients, and improve the success of the…
Early Neurological Stimulation for Puppies: The Pros and Cons
Early neurological stimulation (ENS) practices for puppies have gained popularity in recent years. These techniques aim to provide beneficial experiences…
Playing With Your Dog will help any dog owner work out the games that are best suited for their pet to play throughout his life, from puppyhood to old age. The book also shares some tricks for all ages, group activities, and recommended toys that dogs will enjoy.