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Talking trust, behaviour and the human-animal bond with Michael Hingson

Hanne Grice joins Michael Hingson on Unstoppable Mindset to discuss Roselle, guide dogs, pet behaviour, trust, grief, agency and the human-animal bond.
Puppy sitting in grass with the text “Fear periods in dogs” and “Puppy development does not run to a fixed timetable”.

Fear periods in dogs: what does the science actually say?

The term “fear period” is used a lot in puppy advice, giving a sense that young dogs move through development…

Taking Your Dog to a Summer Carnival or Country Show

Summer carnivals, village fêtes and country shows can be enjoyable for some dogs, while others may find the combination of…

Mary Toft and the Rabbit-Birth Hoax of 1726

In 1726, Mary Toft, a poor woman from Godalming in Surrey, became the centre of one of Georgian England’s strangest…

When a new baby changes the dog-owner relationship

What happens to the dog-owner relationship when a new baby arrives? Research-informed insight into changes in interaction, owner guilt, behaviour…

Why do so many puppy owners skip training classes?

Puppy training classes are widely recommended as part of responsible early dog ownership. They sit alongside vaccinations, microchipping and other…

From Prehistoric Companions to Fur Babies: What Science Reveals About the Human–Animal Bond

Short, self-certifiable CPD for animal professionals in just 15 minutes How did we move from prehistoric humans imagining the minds…

Science of Connection – Weather Shapes State and Behaviour

Weather changes more than daily plans. It can influence how pets experience their environment, regulate stress, and respond behaviourally. This…

Why separation-related problems remain one of the most complex issues we see in pet dogs

New research is helping build a clearer picture of what professionals consistently see in dogs with separation-related problems. Drawing on…

Puppy Taster Class Tring | Early Puppy Training & Social Development | August 2026

Science-led Puppy Taster Class in Tring. Early puppy training, safe social learning and behaviour foundations with a Clinical Animal Behaviourist.…