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Off-Lead or On-Lead? How to Be a Responsible Dog Owner
When I rescued my dog, Anayah, I quickly realised how many dog owners underestimate the responsibility that comes with off-lead freedom....
4 days ago11 min read
Dog Behaviour Training: Why Boundaries Are Key to Success
Today, we’ll explore the importance of establishing boundaries for our dogs while addressing common misunderstandings and mistakes related to rules in canine behaviour.
Jun 19 min read
9 Ways to keep dogs cool during the summer heat
Today, we will explore the signs of your dog overheating and what we can do to reduce the risk of them getting too hot.
May 266 min read
Emotions and Dog Training
Today, we're diving into the important role emotions play in dog training and how they can significantly impact the outcomes.
May 1211 min read
Dog training 101 - Negative Discouragement and Operant Conditioning
Have you heard of the term Operant Conditioning? This is a scientific theory behind learning, both in animals and humans. There are 4...
May 56 min read
Dog training 101 - Positive Discouragement and Operant Conditioning
In today's post, we will focus on positive discouragement, what it means and how it works.
Apr 286 min read
Dog training 101 - Negative Reinforcement and Operant Conditioning.
Have you heard of the term Operant Conditioning? This is a scientific theory behind learning, both in animals and humans. There are 4...
Apr 216 min read
Dog Training 101: Positive Reinforcement and Operant Conditioning
Have you heard of the term Operant Conditioning? In today's post, we will focus on positive reinforcement, what it means and how it works in dog training
Apr 1411 min read
10 Dog Training Myths Debunked
Myth 1 - "You can't teach an old dog new tricks"
Myth 2 - "This is just puppy behaviour, they'll grow out of it!"
Myth 3 - "Dominating my do
Apr 710 min read
Understanding Dog Breed Groups: The Categories That Define Them
In this blog post, we will delve into the different dog breed groups, highlighting their distinct qualities.
Mar 3111 min read
Dog Training Tips Every Owner Should Know: What I Wish I Knew
Here are the 7 things I wish I had known when I first brought my dog home
Mar 248 min read
Hypermobility and Sports injuries
Having Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD), Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or a related diagnosis can be challenging, and they are such...
Mar 176 min read
The Benefits of Dog Crate Training and How to Do It.
Today, we'll look at dog crates, their benefits, different types of dog crates, how to crate-train your dog and bust some common myths!
Mar 1010 min read
March Monthly Gardening Guide
This is the 3rd instalment in the Monthly Gardening Guide posts, where each month we explore the jobs you can be doing in the garden
Mar 37 min read
Neurodivergence and stress
What is stress? Good vs bad stress, why neurodivergent individuals struggle with stress more and ways to manage stress levels
Feb 218 min read
7 Ways to Exercise Your Dog: Why Regular Activity is Crucial
Why is physical exercise so important for dogs? Signs that your dog might not be getting enough exercise, and ways to keep them active
Feb 1710 min read
Should I insure my pet? The pros, cons and other stuff you need to know.
Let's explore the pros and cons of insuring your pet, some of the best policy providers and the different types of cover available.
Feb 710 min read
Monthly Gardening Guide - February Jobs
Each month, I’ll be sharing some specific gardening tasks you can tackle to keep your garden on track.
Jan 3110 min read
Understanding Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia
Navigating life can be a challenge for everyone, but even more so for those with brains that are wired differently.
Jan 248 min read
10 Tips to Encourage Better Dog Behaviour and Build Trust
Hey there, TJ here! It's so great to have you visiting the blog. Does your dog only listen to you when they feel like it? Do you feel...
Jan 1718 min read
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