Puppy VS Rescue
Thinking of buying a puppy or rescuing a dog? Not sure which way to go? Here are some tips and advice!
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Jan 19, 20233 min read
Flexi Leads - Yes or No?
People ask me all the time: "Are Flexi Leads good?" And most resources will tell you 'no', but then why do so many people still use them? Wh
Dec 5, 20222 min read
Is Your Garden Fun and Safe?
Our pets love their gardens, don’t they! But I’d your garden as fun as it can be? And is it safe for them?
Nov 28, 20224 min read
Welcoming Your New Rescue Dog
Eeekk! I bet you’re so excited to have your new family member home with you (or nearly home with you!) But… it’s tough, in those first few
Nov 24, 20222 min read
Firework Fears
Is your dog afraid of fireworks?
Does your dog shiver and shake at every bang? Are you feeling sorry for your pup all night long?
Oct 21, 20224 min read
Dog Walk or Dog Experience?
Why, when we say ‘dog walk’, does it sound like a chore? Why are dog walks something that we do just to get done? Why are dog walks a task w
Oct 3, 20222 min read
Can your Puppy go out before their Vaccinations?
It’s a common myth that puppies must stay in your house and garden until a week after their vaccinations are completed. And, in some cases,
Sep 27, 20223 min read
Is Playing Tug Good for your Dog?
Tug is one of many dogs' favourite games to play, but there's a lot of suggestions going around that tug games are bad for your dog and can
Aug 8, 20224 min read
Kids and Dogs
Did you know, 50% of children are bitten by a dog by the time they’re just 12 years old? 77% of these bites are from a family / friend’s dog
Aug 2, 20222 min read
My dog disobeys me, and I encourage it!
Sounds crazy, right?! A dog trainer teaching their dog to not do as they're told? Well...not quite! My dog does as she’s asked to 9 times ou
Jul 3, 20221 min read
How Old is Your Dog in Human Years?
It is often said that 1-dog-year equals 7-human-years, however this is untrue for a couple of different reasons;
Jun 3, 20223 min read
Preparing for a Baby? Don’t Forget to Prepare Your Dog!
As cute as a dog and baby are together, it comes alongside a huge safety concern, which is a huge concern for many soon-to-be parents!
May 19, 20223 min read
Tips for Training
Are you after some extra tips for training? Do you want to be able to communicate better with your dog? Or maybe you are just thinking about
May 13, 20223 min read
What to Avoid When Buying for Your Puppy!
We all know how exciting it is to get a new puppy. And isn’t it so tempting to spend a fortune on them before you’ve even got them? Here’s a
Apr 20, 20224 min read
Aggression Explained
Aggression is a really common dog problem, and something that I help people with very regularly, varying from a bit of a growl all the...
Mar 31, 20223 min read
Is Your Dog’s Dry Food Good Quality?
But first, WHY is it important for your dog’s food to be good quality? Just think in terms of humans; you wouldn’t eat takeaways and fast fo
Mar 24, 20222 min read
Why is Enrichment so Important?
Canine enrichment means “engaging your dog in activities designed to stimulate their mind and keep them physically fit.”
Mar 14, 20223 min read
Sniffaris!
When I was young, I was told that dogs went on walks to get exercise and that every dog needed X time of walks every single day but actually
Feb 24, 20224 min read
Who needs some new Kong filler ideas?
My dog and I LOVE Kongs! She uses a Kong when left alone, when I’m busy working, or sometimes just to make her breakfast more exciting ...
Feb 11, 20223 min read
Top 5 Mistakes New Dog Owners Make and How to Avoid Them
1. Using aversive tools to correct behaviour Aversive tools include: Shock collars Choke collars Prong collars Ultrasonic devices...
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