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Back to School: How the transition may affect your pet

As children in the UK head back to school this September, and others leave for pastures new, such as University or a new job, many families will experience shifts in their routines. While these changes are often anticipated by guardians…

The quiet excellence of humane dog training

Fast, dramatic dog-training transformations make compelling viewing. Yet good behaviour work is often quieter, working below threshold, supporting learning and…

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…

Animal Practitioner Series: Burnout in animal behaviourists and trainers – some prevention and mitigation strategies

This article is aimed at animal practitioners to help them better understand burnout, how it occurs and how to avoid…

Could DNA traces on dogs be a forensic goldmine?

Whilst dogs have always been human’s best friend, new research suggests they might also be valuable allies in the world…

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…

New study suggests dogs with plainer faces are more expressive to their owners

A recent study from George Washington University has shed light on the fascinating relationship between dogs and their human companions,…

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…

Understanding Dog Stretching: From Greetings to Pain Signals

Dogs, much like humans, have a natural inclination to stretch. This behaviour is not only a sign of comfort and…

New Pet Behaviour Diary from Hanne – launches!

Pet Behaviour Diary: Unlocking Insights, Shaping Behaviour by Hanne Grice Hanne Grice, a renowned clinical animal behaviourist, trainer, and animal…