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How does a cat’s chatter help them catch birds?

Have you ever watched your cat stand at the window, wide-eyed, tail flicking, and making that rapid staccato “chatter” sound? It’s one of the quirkiest behaviours our feline companions display. In this ‘How does….’ episode, I explore what that chatter…

Why Scary Experiences Stick

Think back to a moment that scared you. I will never forget hurtling my then two-year-old daughter towards the pavement…

After three years as an ABTC Trustee, I’m stepping down.  Here’s what I’ve learned, what I’m proud of, and what’s next…

Forgive the long post, I rarely talk publicly about what I get up to with my voluntary ‘hat’ on in…

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!…

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 Faecal Transplants Help Manage Anxiety in Dogs with Epilepsy?

Managing behavioural issues such as anxiety and fear in dogs, especially those with epilepsy can be challenging for dog guardians.…