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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...

Getting a new puppy is an exciting time for everyone.  Hopefully you are reading this before you have picked up your new bundle of fluff so that you are well prepared for their arrival and know how to puppy proof your home. To help, make sure you have read our article on Preparing for a Puppy article as well to help ensure you have everything...

Gum disease, also known as periodontitis, is the number one cause of poor dental health in both humans and our furry friends. Periodontitis occurs 5 times more often in dogs than in humans due to dogs’ saliva being more basic (alkaline) and a lack of daily brushing that can otherwise help to remove the bacteria and food particles that form plaque. Dogs instinctively hide signs...

The Australian Shepherd breed actually originated in the United States and were bred as herding dogs - a role many still perform today. Temperament They make wonderful family companions, but are highly intelligent and have loads of energy, which needs an outlet, so are best kept active and love nothing more than a job to do. Much like their close relation, the Border Collie. They...

Dogs are highly social animals who enjoy companionship, so it's important that we help them to feel safe, confident, and entertained when spending time by themselves.  To help, PETstock’s State Trainer, Mandi Wright has compiled some safety and other helpful tips for dogs left home alone. DOGTV When dogs are left to their own devices, they may experience boredom, anxiety or stress, which can ultimately...

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...

Independence training is important at all stages of a dog’s life to help build their confidence and comfort in being left alone. As people start to return to work in the new year, this is more important than ever. As a dog behaviourist, I am seeing many owners that are having problems with their puppies and even older dogs due to anxiety and a lack...

Mental stimulation is just as important as physical exercise for our dogs.  You can help keep your dog’s brain stimulated with interactive toys, taking them on new routes or different dog parks when out walking, brain games and other playful activities. Many common dog behaviour problems such as chewing, digging, barking and other destructive behaviour can be managed, if their bodies and brains active during...

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,...