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Why Behaviour in Dogs and Cats Is Never Just About the Animal

Behaviour in dogs and cats is often misunderstood when labels replace explanation. A clinical perspective shows how learning, environment, and human interaction shape behaviour over time.

New Year, New Thinking: When Dog Training Doesn’t Transfer Beyond the Home

The New Year often feels like a natural point to take stock. For many dog owners and guardians, that means…

Science of Connection – Understanding Slow Responses in Dogs

Human brains can decode language in milliseconds. Yet for dogs, it’s different. They are not processing words as we do.…

Science of Connection – the Longevity Loop

Ageing changes how dogs take in and respond to the world, and the early signs often appear in small, everyday…

Science of Connection – the Cortisol Conversation

Cortisol is often described as a stress hormone, yet its role is broader and more nuanced. It helps the body…

Science of Connection – the Dopamine of Discovery

If you’ve seen my 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘋𝘰𝘦𝘴..… series, you’ll know I enjoy pulling apart the science of why animals do the…

The Science of Connection – Synchrony

My Science of Connection series is designed to provide bite-sized information for dog owners and guardians, focusing on the biological threads that…

The Science of Connection – the Oxytocin Loop

My Science of Connection series is designed to provide bite-sized information for dog owners and guardians, focusing on the biological…

Why Choosing the Right Dog Training Class Shapes Your Dog’s Future

Evidence-based puppy and dog training in Tring with ABTC-accredited Clinical Animal Behaviourist, Hanne Grice. Build confidence, focus, and calm for…

Do Dogs Sense Pregnancy? What The Science Tells Us About Behaviour Changes Before and After Birth

Many dog owners notice their dog acting differently during pregnancy. New research published in Anthrozoös shows that dogs often become…