It is important to practise handling exercises with your puppy from day one. Teaching your puppy to remain calm and confident whilst being handled, will ensure that as an adult dog he can cope with every day scenarios from being groomed to being examined by the vet. Grooming: The type of tools needed for grooming will depend on every individual pet,...
The festive season is filled with fun and laughter for many families, but some dogs can struggle with it. Keeping your dogs happy and safe over Christmas is essential to ensure everyone has a jolly good time. Christmas festivities can be a bit scary for some dogs. It can be especially so for pups who may have never experienced this...
Often owners are searching for ways to assist dogs over the firework season. This is because for many of us, and our pets, the firework season is very distressing. No-one likes to see their beloved pets distressed. Some will cower in a corner whilst shaking, whereas others will frantically try and get to the fireworks, sometimes injuring themselves in the...
Learning to play should be an important part of every dog’s life. Whether you have a young puppy needing to learn appropriate forms of play, or an older dog learning to engage in social behaviour, encouraging the right type play has so many benefits. Besides being fun for both you and your dog, play helps dogs to express natural social...
Bringing your puppy home for the first time is an exciting step in your journey together. Ensuring that you have prepared your home thoroughly and thought through how to manage the first few days, can help to make the transition as smooth and stress free as possible, both for you and your new addition. Before you collect your puppy: Check...
