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Luring vs Shaping Behaviour - Dog Training Explained
In this post, we’ll break down what luring and shaping are, the pros and cons of each, and why shaping might just become your new favourite training tool. Let’s dig in.
Jul 288 min read


10 DIY Dog Toys and Activities to Keep Your Dog Engaged
A quick sniff! This post dives into why mental stimulation is crucial year-round – it tires them out more effectively than endless...
Jul 1511 min read


Learn to Speak Dog: Essential Dog Training Tips for Clear Communication
In this post, we're going to dig into why your word choices matter, how your tone of voice can make all the difference and how to keep things simple for your dog.
Jul 79 min read


Dog Reactivity: Learning from a Challenging Training Day
Last week, I went on holiday with my rescue dog, Anayah, to visit my partner in Swaledale. It was a lovely week, filled with mostly...
Jun 307 min read


21 Things Your Dog Wants You to Know!
Hello, my favourite human! That's right, it's me, your dog! You are the person who gives me yummy treats, belly rubs and the best butt scratches ever! However, some things are often misunderstood between us. I have written this letter to help you understand me better and to share with you the things I have always wanted you to know.
Jun 168 min read


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....
Jun 911 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


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


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


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


Torn ACL in dogs: From injury to recovery, what to expect.
Within the space of a year, Anayah tore both ACLs. Its been stressful and scary but in sharing our journey, maybe yours will be less so.
Oct 16, 202414 min read


Pawsitively Spooky: How to take awesome Halloween photos of your pet - The Gibbons House
Learn how to take spooky photos of your pets in a DIY Halloween Photo shoot at home!
Oct 9, 20249 min read


The Rabbit Crew: how I ended up with 4 rabbits - The Gibbons House
I never planned on having even one rabbit, let alone four, but here we are. I guess I’m the "crazy bunny lady" now.
Sep 11, 20248 min read


Travel with your dog: 10 Tips for a Dog-Friendly Van adventure
I have travelled numerous times with my German Shepherd/ Siberian Husky cross, Anayah, and it's safe to say I've learned a thing or two about van travel with a dog. So, here are 10 tips for travelling with your dog(s) in a van that I have learnt from experience.
At the end there is a free, downloadable checklist for travelling with your dog!
Sep 8, 202410 min read
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