Unleashing the Truth: Debunking Common Dog Fitness Myths
 Dr Hillary Pearce, a vet who partners with Hills Pets Nutrition, dispels the biggest myths about doggy fitness and offers her best tips on getting fit and active with…
Category Dog Behavior & Training
Teach Your Dog a Lifesaving “Stay” Command
Teaching your dog the “stay” command is more than just a trick; it’s a vital skill that can keep them safe in many situations, whether you’re opening the door for…
Navigating Puppy Fear Periods: A Guide to Building Your Dog’s Confidence
Image credit: evgengerasimovich, Shutterstock Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting and rewarding experience. But as they grow, you may notice sudden changes in their behavior. A…
Why Dogs Bite: Common Triggers and How to Prevent Them
One of the most frequent behavior issues in veterinary practice is dog bites. Most bites are described as aggressive, but the situation is more complicated. In the majority of cases,…
The Benefits Of Dog Training With A Whistle
 Dog owners are being encouraged to utilise whistles as part of their training to ensure better communication with their pets. From improving safety to reducing problem behaviour, the dog…
How To Stop Puppy Biting
Puppy biting is normal puppy behaviour, but is at times painful and worrying for new owners! Puppies bite for lots of reasons, mostly in play or as a way to…
Essential Commands Every Therapy Dog Should Know
Dog training is an involving process that takes time to complete fully. For the best training sessions, you will need a good trainer who can train a therapy dog. With…
What Types Of Treats Should I Give My Puppy?
 Rewarding your pup for listening to you, learning a new trick, or let’s face it — just being cute, is a good way to reinforce those wanted behaviors. Most…
Understanding Why Dogs Become Disengaged During Training
Your dog was doing great five minutes ago. Sitting on cue. Making eye contact. Tail relaxed. Then suddenly… he starts sniffing the ground. Scratching. Looking everywhere except at you. You…