DOG TRAINING TIP -JUST TEACHING ONE SKILL WILL SOLVE LOTS OF BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS
The easiest quickest way to solve lots of behaviour problems is to teach one easy skill really well, practice practice practice ( you can do this a few minutes here and there ) a
LOOSE LEASH WALKING
Most people hold their pulling dogs on a short leash because the second they release the leash the dog takes off. But if you do this the dog never learns to stay close to you on a
THE CONSEQUENCES OF PUNISHMENT
1 Increased Fear And Anxiety : Especially if punishment is inconsistent or harsh , your dog will become anxious or fearful because it doesnt actually know why it was punished .
DESEXING
Current advice re desexng is that the dog should be fully grown as the sex hormones play a role in growth and joint health. For all but giant breeds this is about 12 months old.
THE ONLY THING SEPERATING YOU FROM THE DOG YOU WANT IS – TRAINING
Whenever someone tells me they have " tried everything " with their problem dog -I can guarantee they have NOT . There is a mentality that says dogs are incapable of learning ,
FIREWORKS AND THUNDER
FIREWORKS AND THUNDER What can you do if your dog is scared of fireworks and thunder? Some recommendations are: providing a cosy den ( eg a covered crate or a sheet hung ov
POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT SNAKE AVOIDANCE TRAINING
Snake season is particularly bad this year. The good news is positive snake avoidance training is simple . You just need to practice to make it a habit- and refresh your dog's mem
HOW TO TELL PUPPY FARMERS FROM RESPONSIBLE BREEDERS – RED FLAGS
1 Ethical breeders show you mum, dad ( if on premises) and other relatives .They show you genetic testing results and the kennels .If you don't see the kennels you can't report p
WHAT IS A” DOG WHISPERER”?
What is a " Dog Whisperer"? "Dog Whisperer" sounds good , doesnt it ? Someone who comes in and works magic on your dog 's unwanted behaviour and hey presto , it's gone ! If o
CAT LITTERBOX ISSUES
Cats are often surrendered for litterbox issues, which are resolvable . Litterbox issues can be caused by :- -The wrong litter. You may like perfumed litter or litterbox liners