May 14, 2024

Dogs that bark excessively can create tension and cause many issues between neighbours, family and friends if the barking continues or worsens over time. It is important to remember that barking is a large part of a dog’s natural behaviour. Excessive barking however is a problem that affects the entire community and is a major reason for local council complaints. Puppies Before we delve into...

Many dog owners complain about their dog pulling on the lead and want to know what to do about it. The problem often arises from the fact that their dog has been allowed to rehearse this behaviour over and over again. So, if you have a puppy get on to it straight away. Dogs often pull from excitement, especially if they don't get walked every...

I often get asked by frustrated (and slightly repulsed) dog owners as to why their adorable dog is eating poop and how to stop a dog eating poo. Vets refer to the habit as Coprophagia and, while the thought of it is enough to make our stomach churn, remember, dogs are frequently attracted to the smell of faeces when they’re out and about so it...

Grooming puppies and anxious dogs can be tough on everyone involved so it’s important when you wash a puppy for the first time that you make it a positive experience. Get them used to their paws being touched Before you wash a puppy, you first want to get them used to having their paws touched by gently massaging them between the pads. This also helps...

If you have a blind dog, or your dog is starting to lose its vision, there are many things you can do to help them and you to adjust to their life in the dark. Dogs can go blind for many reasons. From cataracts in old age to glaucoma, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), accidents or other diseases that may see them progressively lose vision. The...

Many common dog behaviour problems including excessive barking, digging and destructive chewing occur when dogs are left alone in the backyard all day with nothing to do, so addressing boredom in dogs is vital. Dogs are pack animals and in the wild they would spend their days hunting and foraging for their food, keeping their brains and bodies active, so it’s not surprising we see...

Choosing a dog bed can be a pretty daunting task at times, especially if your dog is extra large, or extra small, a growing puppy or an elderly pooch needing a little more comfort. With so many different products available on the market, choosing a dog bed that can cope with your dog’s behaviour and also the environmental factors can be tricky. Below we will...