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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 Anxiety or Is It Just Acting Out?”. At first glance, it looks like a helpful guide for concerned owners. Yet,…

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…

Animal Practitioner Series: 5 Tips for Successful Behaviour Programmes

This article is aimed at animal practitioners to help nurture their success in working with their clients, for successful behaviour…

The Physiological and psychological impact of undesirable pet behaviour on owners and strategies for overcoming overwhelm

Pets bring joy, companionship, and love to our lives, but sometimes, they may also exhibit undesirable behaviour that can negatively…

Animal Practitioner Series: 5 Tips to Achieve Great Client Cooperation

This article is aimed at animal practitioners to provide advice on how to maximise client cooperation with their recommended treatment…

Animal Practitioner Series – Common causes for owner resistance to change

Pet owners often seek assistance from professionals in training and behaviour modification programmes to address their furry companions' behavioural issues.…

Why pet owners should focus on using positive reinforcement methods

Positive reinforcement is a widely accepted and effective method for addressing behaviour problems in pets. What is positive reinforcement? Positive…