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The Pomeranian is a spitz-type dog that were first bred in the 1800's and named after the Pomerania region of Poland and eastern Germany. Temperament The Pomeranian are generally very playful, active, friendly and intelligent, making them popular pets. They are very loyal to their families and quite alert, which means they are prone to barking and make good little watchdogs. These extroverted, lively little...

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...

As both a Veterinarian and pet owner, I understand how important it is to reduce stress in puppies, especially when it comes to vet visits. Given with all the learning and new experiences puppies face, we need to be aware that emotions and stress can actually affect gut health by disrupting the balance of bacteria. Particularly, for puppies whose gut microbiome is still working itself...

When it comes to the benefits of fasting dogs and cats, fasting can greatly support and benefit your pets’ overall well-being. It’s actually much easier to implement than you might think, at least physically. However, the mental and emotional aspects can be a bit challenging, which I’ll discuss later in this article. In this article, I aim to inspire you to start incorporating regular fasting...

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...

When it comes to training our dogs, it is important that we use methods that support their physical and emotional wellbeing, strengthens our bond and allows them to still express their natural dog behaviours, rather than using excessive dominance and punishment - methods often used in the alpha dog training approach. What are some of the alpha dog training methods used Alpha dog training methods...

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...

Going away on a camping trip is a great way to leave behind the hustle and bustle of city life to take in some fresh air, beautiful scenery and get back to basics. Camping with your dog means you’ll get to chill out and enjoy their company without the usual distractions around, which is a great way to help strengthen your bond. If you’re one...

Depending on where you live around the world, my tips for exercising a dog indoors will come in handy during some of the challenges many dog owners currently face. Whether you are currently in strict COVID lockdown and can't walk your dog outside at all. Or, the upcoming Summer heat or Winter freeze will make it tough to take your dog outside for walk as...

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...