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Understanding cats’ whiskers

Cats are known for their elegant whiskers that add to their charm and mystique. Yet how does a cat use their whiskers, and what’s the function of these fascinating sensory organs? Learn more...

Coronation Day – tips for pet owners

As the King’s Coronation draws near, many households may be gearing-up to celebrate this event. This might include street parties,…

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…

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 animals.  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…
The Map of the Dog - an article about body handling

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…

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