Walking your dog should be a pleasant bonding experience for you both, rather than stressful or annoying! If your dog’s leash-pulling is making your walks a lot less fun, here’s how to teach your pup to follow you instead of trying to lead. Begin...
The idea of giving a dog or puppy to a loved one as a gift might seem perfect. After all, is there anything cuter than being surprised with an adorable puppy in a big bow? Unfortunately, the reality of bringing home a new dog before you’re ready is more...
Food aggression is fairly common among dogs, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a serious issue! Fortunately, knowing how the behaviour develops gives you the keys to managing it. Dogs have four basic needs: food, safety, shelter and entertainment. Of these, food...
Your dog may be well trained, but they can still end up loose or lost. The identification on their collar can get them back home quickly from around the neighbourhood, but only if they’re still wearing it. Plus, what if they get lost further afield, or the...
Dogs are pretty clever; they learn that certain human actions mean certain things. For example, they know that when you pick up their leash, it’s time to go for a walk. What you might not realise is they are taking in ALL your actions—even the ones you do in between...