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Easter – potential pet hazards during the holidays
Easter is a time for celebrating with family and friends, but it can also be a time of potential hazards for pets. From toxic plants to chocolate eggs, there are many dangers that can harm our furry companions. In this…
What are animal behaviour change programmes and what’s most effective?
Animal behaviour change programmes are aimed at modifying the behaviour of animals to improve their welfare, reduce their impact on…
What pets need – the 5 welfare needs
Pets rely on us to look after them, so it is a big responsibility to care for them. It is…
What is desensitisation in animal training?
Desensitisation is a behaviour therapy technique used to reduce a person’s or animal’s fear, anxiety, or other negative emotional response…
Why pet owners should focus on using positive reinforcement methods
Positive reinforcement is a widely accepted and effective method for addressing behaviour problems in pets. What is positive reinforcement? Positive…
A Christmas thank you
It has been another busy year with the fall-out of the pandemic still being felt with the continued rise in…
Helping your dog cope with body handling
For some dogs, any grooming or medical handling can create fearful responses which may end up with the dog barking,…
Pet parenting style influences dog behaviour
A new paper from Brubaker and Udell (2022) has found that the parenting style of the owner[s] can predict certain…
Fun for the kids – bake Halloween dog treats
A great way to nurture your child and dog’s relationship and create positive interactions is to help them feel involved…
Money saving tips for pet owners
With the cost-of-living crisis hitting people’s pockets hard and rescue organisations seeing more animals coming into their care where owners…
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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.
