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Getting a new puppy is a very exciting time, but one issue that a lot of families struggle with is puppy biting/mouthing.
Housetraining is all about the 3Rs: Routine, Relief and Reward. This can be a tricky time for you and your dog, but with a little understanding it needn’t cause problems.
Your dog pulling on their lead is not unusual - this is something that many dog owners struggle to overcome.
Being around a calm well-mannered dog is a pleasure, yet managing an over-excited dog is tiring at best. It’s often frustrating for the owner and sometimes embarrassing.
The communication ladder is a tool designed to help us to stay safe around dogs.
Worried about your dog chewing things? Many dog owners often wonder if there's anything they can do about unnecessary chewing. It can become a problem but there are also many benefits.
What is a behaviour problem? Often, that totally depends on when the behaviour occurs.
As owners, we often take for granted the fact that we can handle our dogs collar.
Children and dogs can make excellent companions for each other. With a little preparation they can have great fun together and become best of friends.
Exercise is an important part of a dog’s daily routine and walking is a key aspect when it comes to owning a dog.
Dogs wear muzzles for lots of different reasons.
Using aggression to maintain ownership of an item of value such as food or a favourite toy is known as ‘resource guarding’.