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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),…

Interior Design for Pet Owners: Watch Coffee and Chat with Hanne Grice and Rebecca McCloskey

New Episode Alert: Coffee and Chat with Hanne Grice featuring interior designer, Rebecca McCloskey Love interior design and have pets?…

Adolescent Dogs – A Ruff Guide: Part 2

In Part 1 of our ‘Ruff Guide’ to adolescent dogs, we explored the significant behavioural, hormonal, and neurological changes that occur…

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…

Understanding Dog Trainers And Behaviourists – Differences, Overlaps & More

The latest PDSA PAW Report has been released, highlighting that over 51% of UK households own a pet, with around…

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…

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…

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…

Dog Noses: Sniffing out the facts

Dogs’ noses are nothing short of extraordinary. Serving as their primary gateway to the world, these powerful olfactory organs are…

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