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Lara talks with Dr Robert Holmes about the issue of destructive chewing - why puppies and adult dogs chew things and how Aussie Dog interactive toys can help, as well as other useful tips. Find out more: Aussie Dog Products

A behaviour that has many dog owners tearing their hair out in frustration is how to treat destructive chewing. Especially, as there are many reasons for why a dog might be chewing through every pair of shoes in the house, or pulling apart your back yard bit by bit. Chewing is a natural instinctive behaviour. This, like a lot of other behaviours that owners perceive...

Halloween can trigger anxiety and stress in pets, while all of those tasty treats can put your dog at risk, so here’s some Halloween pet safety tips from PETstock VET Dr Sasha Nefedova to help keep them safe and sound. Sweets and chocolate strictly for human trick-or-treaters and can be toxic to pets. Contact your vet immediately if you suspect your pet has raided the...

How to stop a puppy biting and mouthing is one of the most common questions I get from frustrated puppy owners. It's important to remember that puppies explore their environment with their mouths and use their mouths in play and when teething, so we need to find a way to allow them to fulfill this instinctual need, but direct in the right way. There is...

I’m a big advocate of crate training dogs, because when it is done right, it provides your dog with a secure and happy place they can go to when they want a rest or are feeling anxious. It helps keep your dog safe and prevents escaping while traveling, or  may also be used to keep them safe during thunderstorms or fireworks. However should they be...

The Labrador Retriever was bred originally as gun dogs, but today’s Labrador is well known for its roles as assistance dogs for visually impaired and autistic people, detection & screening dogs, therapy dogs and law enforcement dogs. The Labrador Retriever is also the most popular breed of dog in many countries around the world. Temperament Loving, affectionate and patient, in general the Labrador Retriever is...

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier comes from the Staffordshire region of England. They were originally bred from crossing Bulldogs and other terrier breeds for bull and bear baiting, until the practice was banned in the UK in the 1830s. Affectionally known as the English Staffy, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is one of Australia’s most popular breeds. Temperament The Staffordshire Bull Terrier shares its lineage with the...

When training a puppy or dog new skills, using positive reinforcement (ie: rewarding the desired behaviour) works best. It is also important to know how to use a ‘Schedule of Reinforcement’ correctly during the different stages of training a puppy or dog with the aim of strengthening the behaviour you are after. Firstly, find what motivates them When training a puppy or dog you need...

Fleas are not only a nuisance to find on your dog and cause them great discomfort, but they have the potential to cause serious skin problems and transmit disease. Fleas feed on the blood of companion animals and their bites transmit tapeworms, bartonella bacteria, and may cause severe anaemia in young animals. Flea allergy dermatitis They can also trigger a condition called flea allergy dermatitis,...

As we see an increase in dogs suffering from separation anxiety it can be a very tough issue to deal with and there is no one simple solution to solve this for every dog. There are many reasons why dogs become anxious when left alone, and it is important that you understand the underlying reasons for this ie: Are they left alone too long each...