The Appeasement Grin and a Nervous Puppy
The Appeasement Grin: What Your Puppy is Really Trying to Tell You There are few things quite as adorable as a puppy who looks up at you, pulls their lips back, shows all their tiny teeth and appears to give you a huge, goofy smile. It is very tempting to think: Look at that happy puppy! […]
Changing How a Reactive Dog Feels: What the Science Says
Counter-Conditioning and Reactivity: What a New Systematic Review Tells Us About Changing How Dogs Feel If you’ve worked with a reactive dog, you’ve probably heard the advice: “Every time your dog sees another dog, feed them a treat.” Simple enough, right? Yet behind that seemingly straightforward exercise sits one of the most important concepts in […]
Surviving Adolescence: Why Your Teenage Dog Is So Challenging
Adolescence, lasting from around 6 months to 2 years old, is often considered the most challenging age for dog training. But don’t worry, it’s just a phase. Understanding what is going on in your dog’s brain will help you get through it.
Why is my dog upset when I leave them alone?
If you’ve ever come home to chewed skirting boards, a puddle by the door or an upset neighbour complaining about barking, you’ll know how stressful separation anxiety can be. Your dog isn’t being “naughty” or trying to get back at you. Separation anxiety is all about fear and worry when your dog is left alone.
Why is my dog scared of people?
Helping a fearful dog isn’t a quick fix, it’s a journey. But every small step matters. With patience and the right approach, your dog can learn that people aren’t so scary after all, and you’ll become their greatest source of safety and trust.
Behaviour problem? Check for pain and discomfort
If your dog is struggling with unexpected behaviours, don’t skip the health check. Your dog’s behaviour is a window into their well-being – listen closely and always look deeper.
How do I build a “take everywhere” puppy? Socialisation
If I could tell every puppy owner one thing it would be this: focus on socialisation above all else.
Why does my dog growl at me? Resource guarding
Resource guarding is a behaviour in dogs that is the most common cause of bites to owners in the home. Understanding why dogs do this, and how to safely respond, can make a big difference in maintaining trusting relationship.
Why does my dog bark at other dogs? Reactivity
Having a reactive dog can be a very isolating and stressful experience. But it doesn’t have to be this way! Read on to find out how to get the help you need.
