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...
Giving your puppy the right start by feeding a diet that meets their nutritional requirements is one of the most important things that you can do for them. Puppies have specific nutritional needs that differ to adult and mature dogs. Feeding a diet that nutritionally facilitates optimal growth and brain development is particularly key in the first 12 month of their life. They are especially...
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...
When selecting a dog treat to reward your puppy, it’s important you are choosing the right treat for your puppy that will help meet the different nutritional needs they have compared to an older dog. We tend to use a lot of treating to train puppies, so they are often being used a lot more than you might for an older dog. Therefore, not only...
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...
We meet Vet Nurse Bella and her dog Roo who is saving lives by being a canine blood donor. Lara takes us through some common puppy behaviour issues and provides tips to help keep your puppy from chewing, biting, digging and other problem behaviours, whilst Gyton finds out how to give your puppy the right start in life through diet, catching up with Mick from...
In this puppy packed episode you can learn about puppy-proofing your home, multiple pet households and how to get your dog or pup to return ‘stolen’ items. Plus, learn about caring for ageing dogs, owning a Great Dane and how the Safe House for Pets program saves lives, and much more! Join our host, expert dog trainer and dog behaviourist, Lara Shannon, Veterinarian Dr Melissa...
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...
Everyone loves a puppy. But, anyone who has had the joy of having a puppy knows that they are also a lot of hard work, they need a lot of toilet training and can leave a messy trail around the house pretty quickly if you're not well prepared. If you are planning on bringing a puppy home soon, then take a read of what to...
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...
Giving your puppy the right start by feeding a diet that meets their nutritional requirements is one of the most important things that you can do for them. Puppies have specific nutritional needs that differ to adult and mature dogs. Feeding a diet that nutritionally facilitates optimal growth and brain development is particularly key in the first 12 month of their life. They are especially...
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...
When selecting a dog treat to reward your puppy, it’s important you are choosing the right treat for your puppy that will help meet the different nutritional needs they have compared to an older dog. We tend to use a lot of treating to train puppies, so they are often being used a lot more than you might for an older dog. Therefore, not only...
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...
We meet Vet Nurse Bella and her dog Roo who is saving lives by being a canine blood donor. Lara takes us through some common puppy behaviour issues and provides tips to help keep your puppy from chewing, biting, digging and other problem behaviours, whilst Gyton finds out how to give your puppy the right start in life through diet, catching up with Mick from...
In this puppy packed episode you can learn about puppy-proofing your home, multiple pet households and how to get your dog or pup to return ‘stolen’ items. Plus, learn about caring for ageing dogs, owning a Great Dane and how the Safe House for Pets program saves lives, and much more! Join our host, expert dog trainer and dog behaviourist, Lara Shannon, Veterinarian Dr Melissa...
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...
Everyone loves a puppy. But, anyone who has had the joy of having a puppy knows that they are also a lot of hard work, they need a lot of toilet training and can leave a messy trail around the house pretty quickly if you're not well prepared. If you are planning on bringing a puppy home soon, then take a read of what to...
