Incorporating Nature into Your Dog's Enrichment
Nature offers a treasure trove of enrichment opportunities for dogs, providing both mental stimulation and physical exercise. Whether you...
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Sep 193 min read
The Importance of Play
Play is an essential part of a dog's life, providing more than just an outlet for fun and energy. It's crucial for their physical health,...
Sep 123 min read
Dive into Cool Water Games with Your Dog
As the weather heats up, water-based activities become a fantastic way to keep your dog cool, entertained, and active. Whether your dog...
Sep 54 min read
Make Your Own Calming Treats - Recipes
Firework season can be a stressful time for dogs. The loud noises and unexpected bursts of light can trigger anxiety, leaving your furry...
Sep 33 min read
Summer Dangers
Summertime brings with it longer days, sunny skies, and often unbearable heat. While this season offers ample opportunity for outdoor...
Jul 312 min read
Is Your Dog Getting Their Needs Met?
Many dogs - dare I say, most dogs - have at least one behaviour problem. Whether it be something like pulling on lead or aggression, often,
Jul 292 min read
FREE Fun Activity for the Kids and Dogs this Summer!
Create your own agility course! You’ll need: An outdoor secure space Imagination! Create a jump: Create something for your dog to jump...
Jul 172 min read
Dogs on Holiday: Travelling with Your Furry Friend
The summer is a time for holidays, family BBQs, and fun, but it can also be a stressful period for our furry friends. With a little prepa...
Jul 112 min read
Help with Tick Season
These nasty little things have a particularly annoying habit of clinging, undetected, to our furry friends, and sadly, they can do a lot of
Jun 182 min read
Get Amazing Dog Photos. EVERY. TIME.
I’m not a professional photographer. I don’t have a fancy camera and I’ve never had any training. BUT... I have taken thousands of dog photo
Jun 122 min read
Unusual rewards I’ve used as a dog trainer
Treats and toys are great rewards for most dogs but that doesn't mean they are the only rewards that can be used. Sometimes treats or toys..
May 213 min read
Is It Okay To Spoil Your Dog?
I can’t tell you how many times I hear owners say - so embarrassed - “oh I admit she’s allowed on the bed” or “I’m sorry he’s a boy spoiled.
Mar 114 min read
Dog Breeds for First-Time Dog Owners!
Dog breeds ideal for first time dog owners:
Cavalier King Charles spaniel
Labrador, if bred from pets, not working lines.
Golden retri
Feb 154 min read
Why does my dog….? The Weird Questions You’ve Always Wondered!
Why does my dog want to play fetch but doesn’t give up their ball?
Fetch is a fun game for your dog, and for some dogs, chasing it again i
Feb 13 min read
Rescue Dog VS Street Dog
When I was looking for a rescue dog to join my family, I found that actually, it was so much easier to adopt a street dog. For the purpose
Jan 252 min read
What’s the Process Like in Becoming a Dog Behaviourist?
I get this question at least once a week, so I thought I'd answer it via my blog, in case anyone else was curious! My first step was choosin
Jan 184 min read
Dog Massage
When was the last time you went for a massage? I wish I could go more often, as it's so relaxing, but it's also incredibly good for our brai
Nov 29, 20231 min read
The Best Local Dog Walks
I thought I'd pull together a list of my favourite local dog walking routes, to give you a few new ideas of great places to take your dog!
Nov 16, 20234 min read
Durable Dog Toys for Our Super-Chewers!
Every dog owner has a toy doctor’s surgery, or worse, a toy graveyard. I get it, buying new toys gets expensive and stitching up old ones is
Oct 12, 20232 min read
Life Skills VS Obedience
Let’s stop looking at dogs who are barking / growling / lunging at ‘naughty dogs’ who need training.
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