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...

Over the past few months I have been worried about the rise in opportunistic pet adoptions and ill-prepared owners getting new puppies during lockdown, potentially leading to many pets becoming a dog pound and shelter statistic. Don't get me wrong, I am over the moon so many dogs and cats have been fostered and adopted and our out of the dog pound and shelter environment....

Many dog owners complain about their dog pulling on the lead and want to know what to do about it. Even as a dog trainer I find myself challenged by this now and then, particularly for excitable dogs that may not be getting the daily exercise and other environmental enrichment they need to keep them mentally and physically stimulated. The other common factor I have...

Bringing a puppy home for the first time can be exciting for everyone. It’s important to remember though that their early experiences in those first few months form life-long memories, helping to either create a confident and well-adjusted adult dog or potentially create phobias and anxiety, so prepare your puppy for car travel from day one. Whilst pups are adaptable, we still need to consider...

A day out at the dog beach or park with your dog can be a lot of fun for you both. However, it is important to understand that dog beaches and parks tend to have an increased risk of dog attacks and accidents. With many people and dogs contained in a small space, coupled with excited dogs, dogs of all sizes and ages playing together...

Anxiety in dogs is very complex topic to both understand and address and is recognised as a cause of many behaviour and physical problems. With around 20% of dogs suffering from anxiety, it is a major mental health issue, just as it is for us humans. From fear-based aggression to Separation Related Behaviours (also commonly known as Separation Anxiety), phobias and compulsive behaviour; anxiety can...

Having your pet go missing is a very traumatic experience, and it can be hard to know what to do if you have lost your dog or cat. I know first hand how this feels as my previous dog Max snuck out of the fence that was left ajar to follow me when I went out for a run one evening and, despite arriving back...

A common complaint from dog owners, and the one problem we are most guilty of creating ourselves, is our dog jumping up on us and other people. This usually starts from when they are a puppy as they naturally try to get closer to people’s hands and faces a they recognise these as a source of human affection. We also tend to reinforce a puppy...

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 a read of  the article on Preparing for a Puppy article  as well to ensure you have...

Dogs that bark and lunge at other dogs, people and a wide range of other environmental triggers around them are often viewed as being aggressive.   In most cases  however,  dog reactivity  is simply due to fear and is using this behaviour to make the scary thing go away. Dog reactivity due to fear will often see a dog barking or lunging, this is known to...