Why slippery floors are dangerous for ALL dogs
It is most common now for a lot of the rooms of our modern houses to be carpet free, and comprise of tiled or laminate flooring. They look nice, sure, but they are a massive hazard for dogs of all ages. Slippery floors are a very common cause of injuries in the home -...
Dog Training – Practice makes Permanent
Yes thats right - permanent, not perfect! The more we do something, the better we get at it. The more something is practiced, it then becomes second nature - we almost do it without thinking. It is the same for your dog. Think about if you are travelling somewhere in...
Throwing a ball is bad for your dog!
Yes that's right! A hugely common "way" of exercising dogs can actually be hugely detrimental to them! So many dog owners throw balls for their dog, and so many dogs appear to find chasing a ball hugely pleasurable, but this activity can cause harm, not just to dogs...
How to give your dog enough mental stimulation
If the mental stimulation needs of your dog is not met, then we will notice more unwanted behaviours such as chewing, attention seeking behaviours, mouthing and biting. Ensuring that your dog or puppy has enough mental stimulation can prevent a lot of unwanted...
Separation Anxiety – regressions are normal!
Regressions and plateaus are absolutely normal when teaching a dog that being home alone is safe. In fact, they're to be expected! And not just with separation anxiety - with any behaviour work we expect to see regressions. However, even when we expect them, it can be...
Puppy Mouthing and Biting
Puppy biting is a very normal part of puppy behaviour but some puppies are more bitey than others. Biting is your puppy giving you information. All puppies mouth & bite as they explore their environment, and it is an important part of sensory development. Puppies...
How long does it take to fix a dog’s separation anxiety?
As a qualified CSAT (Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer) one of the most common questions I get asked by clients when they start working with me on Separation Anxiety protocol is "How long will it take?". This is the million dollar question, and one to which I wish...
Separation Anxiety – to crate or not to crate?
Crates can be helpful tools, but with dogs with Separation Anxiety I recommend NOT using one....or any confinement unless absolutely necessary. As a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer, I spend my time helping dogs overcome their separation anxiety, and confinement...
Training your dog or puppy – it takes time
Us humans live in a world where we can generally get what we want, when we want. If we want a new pair of jeans, we can go online and order some to arrive on our doorstep often within 24 hours. If we want to ask a question or find out information, we can post on...