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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 change. Animal behaviour plays a crucial role in the lives of pets and their owners. As an animal professional, it…

Best Business Women Awards 2023 – Hanne is a Finalist – Best Customer Service and Best Animal Services

A Clinical Animal Behaviourist and Trainer from Tring has been shortlisted for the Best Business Women Awards 2023.  Hanne Grice,…

Animal Practitioner Series: What are Folkways? Why it’s important for behaviourists to know about them

Animal behaviour consultants play a crucial role in helping pet owners address and modify their animals' problematic behaviours. However, successful…

Unravelling the Neuroscience behind Separation-Related Problems in Dogs and Cats

Separation-related problems can significantly impact the well-being of our beloved four-legged friends. The different issues that can manifest includes but…

Exploring the Emotional World of Dogs: Insights from MRI Scans on Love, Joy, Fear, and Their Practical Applications for Dog Owners

In recent years, advances in neuroscience have provided a glimpse into the emotional lives of our canine friends. Magnetic Resonance…

Things to consider when photographing your child and dog

There is nothing nicer than seeing the bond between a young child and the family dog develop - and capturing…

Coronation Day – tips for pet owners

As the King’s Coronation draws near, many households may be gearing-up to celebrate this event. This might include street parties,…

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…

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…

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