behaviour
Science of Connection – the Frustration Threshold
Frustration sits behind many everyday behaviour challenges in dogs, yet it is often misunderstood. In this Science of Connection episode, I explore how blocked expectations shape arousal and behavioural flexibility, why repeated frustration can lead to reactivity or withdrawal, and…
Why Behaviour in Dogs and Cats Is Never Just About the Animal
Behaviour in dogs and cats is often misunderstood when labels replace explanation. A clinical perspective shows how learning, environment, and…
New Year, New Thinking: When Dog Training Doesn’t Transfer Beyond the Home
The New Year often feels like a natural point to take stock. For many dog owners and guardians, that means…
Science of Connection – Understanding Slow Responses in Dogs
Human brains can decode language in milliseconds. Yet for dogs, it’s different. They are not processing words as we do.…
The Science of Connection – Synchrony
My Science of Connection series is designed to provide bite-sized information for dog owners and guardians, focusing on the biological threads that…
Why Choosing the Right Dog Training Class Shapes Your Dog’s Future
Evidence-based puppy and dog training in Tring with ABTC-accredited Clinical Animal Behaviourist, Hanne Grice. Build confidence, focus, and calm for…
How Does a Dog Fart… and Why Do Some Linger?
Every dog does it. Those sudden, often silent gusts that clear a room have earned dogs quite a reputation. Flatulence…
Is My Dog “Just Acting Out”? Why Headlines Can Mislead Us
Recently, an article popped up in my feed from Yahoo News with the headline: “Does My Dog Have Genuine Separation…
Stress, trauma and the body
With the new academic year upon us, I look forward to teaching MSc students about Human-Animal Interactions and the different…
5 Common Puppy Mistakes – and What to Do Instead
Welcoming a puppy into your home is a big step, and one that shapes the behaviour, resilience and emotional health…
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