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Understanding the Dog Fight Flight Response   What is Dogs Fight Flight Response?   Fight flight: Dogfight or flight response, you may wonder what it means. No, it doesn't mean your dog will wear boxing gloves and fight on the ring nor does it mean he'll grow wings one day and will take off and […]

Research Paper – Controversy Raw Diet vs. Kibble Diet Jody FreelandANS3005CanineNutritionSpring 2017American College of Applied Science Content Abstract The Dog is a Wolf The Pet Food Industry Problems with Ingredients in Pet Food These are just a few that are allowed in our pets food The Problem with High Cooking Temperatures of Pet Food Health […]

We all know the feelings of guilt and concern when we leave our dogs alone at home but most dogs are perfectly content to be on their own for a few hours at a time. However, to avoid your dog getting bored, frustrated, destructive or anxious, I’ve pulled together five of the best ways to […]

Many of my clients initially approach me with the same problem – their dog has no awareness of boundaries. While it can be tempting to allow your pup to sit beside you on the sofa at night or snuggle up with you in bed, you need to make sure to set clear and sensible boundaries […]

5 Important concepts to stopping any unwanted dog behaviour! Control your environment You can't train a dog when they are out of control. Sounds obvious and yet this is one of the most common and most serious errors to make. Once a person lets their dog off the leash who does not listen then we may […]

Aggression in a Dog:One of the most prolific dog behaviour problems that I see as a dog behaviourist is aggression. Does your dog bark, lunge, growl, or exhibit any other type of unsociable behaviour at the sight of other dogs or passersby? If so, you are not alone – many dog owners face this problem. […]

Often misunderstood and even neglected, introducing your puppy to a wide variety of people, other animals, places, activities and noises is a vital element of raising a dog. Here is why socialising puppies is an imperative part of puppy training - and when and how to do it. Socialising Puppies - the WhyPuppy training early […]

Do you know the difference between Balanced Dog Training and Positive Dog Training? Don’t worry if you’re not sure because I’m here to explain… There are only two categories that all dog training fits into: Balanced Dog Training and Positive Dog Training. But which one is right for you and your dog? What is Balanced […]

Dog Training can help tire and relax your dog. There is a good chance that you have heard the old saying about tired dogs being good dogs at some point or another. The question is, what does this mean? Should you be taking your dog for miles and miles of walks/runs? Should you be completely […]

Many people believe that every problem they have with their dog can be solved by consulting a dog trainer. Some issues, however, are better dealt with by a dog behaviourist. So, what is the difference between a dog trainer and a dog behaviourist? Before answering this question, let's look at what trainers and behaviourists actually […]

In Dog Training, the debate of Old School Training vs. Positive Reward Training has been going on for some time now. While both methods are effective - dogs are after all, eager for attention, food and shelter - many (including myself) believe the way a dog feels both during dog training and at home is […]

One trait that we commonly see in dog behaviourist work is stress. Stress and anxiety are far more common in dogs than you may imagine. Just like human beings, dogs react differently when suffering from stress. What's more, stress can also have a detrimental effect on their health. Identifying stress and getting help quickly is […]