When we think of a dangerous dog, images of a ferocious wolf or a large breed dog of some kind come to mind. But the truth is, any dog breed has the potential to become ‘dangerous’ if they are not socialised and trained properly from an early age. No animal is inherently evil or dangerous …
What Makes a Dog Dangerous: The Truth Behind ‘Dangerous Breeds’ Read More »
Dog attacks can happen anywhere, at any time. They might happen in a secluded park, in front of your home or while out on your daily walk. For anyone who has experienced a dog attack, whether it be an attack on you or your dog or an attack by your dog on another dog or …
How to Handle Dog Attacks on a Walk: A Guide for You and Your Pooch Read More »
Doggy Daycare is a great way to give your pup a day out. However, is having your pup in daycare an instant indication that your dog is a ‘well socialised dog’? Many of us interpret socialisation in dogs differently. Unfortunately, just putting your dog in daycare or letting them play in the park isn’t always …
Can Doggy Daycare Help Your Dog to Become Well Socialised? Read More »
Happiness is a warm puppy, it says in Peanuts, and so of course, it is and should be. But the first days and weeks of having the equivalent of an agile and energetic toddler around your home can be trying to say the least. A new puppy is ideally never left alone during the daytime …
We all talk to our dogs but have you ever wondered if you could teach your dog to talk back? Dogs most definitely communicate with us and they do this through body language and vocalisations to tell us how they feel, or what they want. Dogs can certainly understand lots of human words but the …
As your dog’s daytime carers, we have a responsibility to ensure we notify you of any issues that arise during that time. This includes all behaviour. Behavioural changes can be caused by a variety of issues, from moving house, tension at home or even health problems. It is in your dog’s best interest that we …
Have you ever been flicking through Facebook and have come across a video of a dog riding a skateboard better than you ever could? Or putting their favourite toy bear in a pram and pushing it along? Then after the video has finished, you wonder, “I wish my dog could do that!”. Well, the good …