behaviour
Rethinking the Pet Effect
Dogs have long been promoted as the perfect antidote to combating loneliness and anxiety. It seems that not a week goes by without a new study emerging that champions the ‘pet effect’; the idea that animals improve our mental health…
The Social Brain and Animals
Research increasingly shows that the way we train and care for animals influences both their emotional health and behaviour. For…
VE Day Offer – 20% off for veterans and serving personnel
This year marks the 80th anniversary of what became known as VE (Victory in Europe) Day. As a military family,…
Why You Forgot Why You Walked into the Kitchen (And What’s It Got To Do With Animals?)
A post drifted into my social feed recently that made me smile: “My ability to remember lyrics from the 80s…
Why Is My Child Afraid of Dogs? Understanding Cynophobia in Children
A fear of dogs, known clinically as cynophobia, can significantly impact a child’s daily life. For many families, it goes…
Hanne Grice Named ‘Animal Behaviourist of the Year UK’ by Global 100 Awards
I’m delighted to share that I have been awarded ‘Animal Behaviourist of the Year UK’ by the Global 100 Awards…
DNA Evidence Confirms Feral Cats are Driving Declines in Reintroduced Native Species
In the remote conservation sites of South Australia, a quiet but devastating predator is undermining efforts to restore native wildlife!…
Wolves, Woodlands, and the Future of Scotland’s Ecosystem
The return of wolves to the Scottish Highlands has long been a subject of debate, but new research from the…
Grab a Slot at our In-person Training & Behaviour Surgery
We are holding our annual popular in-person dog and cat training and behaviour surgery on Thursday, 15th May 2025, at Hastoe Village…
Can Dogs Make You Gain Weight? New Research on Adenovirus 36
For years, obesity has been framed as a condition shaped largely by diet, exercise, and genetics. However, emerging research suggests…
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