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Easter – potential pet hazards during the holidays

Easter is a time for celebrating with family and friends, but it can also be a time of potential hazards for pets. From toxic plants to chocolate eggs, there are many dangers that can harm our furry companions. In this…

How does…? The series that answers your animal-related questions

The latest episode in my “How does…?” series looks at how cats drink water compared to dogs. The series is…

What are animal behaviour change programmes and what’s most effective?

Animal behaviour change programmes are aimed at modifying the behaviour of animals to improve their welfare, reduce their impact on…

What pets need – the 5 welfare needs

Pets rely on us to look after them, so it is a big responsibility to care for them.  It is…

What is counterconditioning in animal training?

Counterconditioning is a form of behavioural therapy that involves changing an animal’s emotional response to a specific stimulus. This is…

What is desensitisation in animal training?

Desensitisation is a behaviour therapy technique used to reduce a person’s or animal’s fear, anxiety, or other negative emotional response…

Baking – festive treats for your dog

We’re getting into the Christmas spirit here at HQ so I’m sharing a little festive treat I’ve enjoyed making for…

A Christmas thank you

It has been another busy year with the fall-out of the pandemic still being felt with the continued rise in…

Stress and burnout

With the ever-increasing financial challenges faced by pet owners, demands on time which may impact work/life balance, as well as…

Pet parenting style influences dog behaviour

A new paper from Brubaker and Udell (2022) has found that the parenting style of the owner[s] can predict certain…

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