dog 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…
When Walks Hurt! New Study Shows Common Injuries Linked to Dog Leads
For many of us, enjoying a quiet stroll with our pooch away from the daily hubbub can be a simple…
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…
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…
A Guide to Safe Play Activities for Puppies
Play is fundamental to a puppy’s development, shaping behaviour, confidence, and problem-solving abilities. I am such a firm believer in…
Empathy Improves Understanding of Human and Dog Emotions
A recent study by Kujala et al. (2024) has taken a closer look at how empathy shapes the human brain’s…
Dogs Can Smell Cancer in Other Dogs: What It Means for Owners
Dogs’ sense of smell has long been celebrated, from sniffing out missing persons to detecting diseases in humans. Now, research…
Understanding Your Dog’s Emotions: What New Research Reveals
Dogs are remarkably expressive, and as their guardians, we often feel we can tell exactly what they’re feeling. But how…
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