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;
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Jun 17, 20224 min read
Does Breed Matter?
As a dog behaviourist, I deal with a huge range of breeds, and often get asked if a dog’s breed makes a difference to behaviour and/ or trai
Jun 8, 20223 min read
Recipes for Homemade Training Treats!
Fancy baking something special for your hungry dog? Or maybe you are fed up of store bought training treats? Then I have just the trick!
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...
Feb 2, 20225 min read
Why You Should Train Your Dog From Day One!
There are a huge amount of benefits to dog training, but even more if you train your dog from a puppy! Some of these are…
Dec 29, 20214 min read
My Favourite Enrichment: Tried and Tested!
Providing enrichment for your dog is not only crucial for their mental stimulation, but its fun for you too, and a fantastic way for you...
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