When I first started training with dogs and their humans, I thought the hardest part would be teaching dogs to “sit” or “stay.” Spoiler alert: it’s not. Turns out, the trickiest bit can be something as simple as teaching pawrents… Read More »What’s In A Name?
As Halloween approaches and the ghosts, goblins, and glittery costumes start making an appearance in the shops, it’s not just humans who feel the spooky vibes creeping in. Our dogs can sense that something strange is happening too! The oversized… Read More »Ghosts, Goblins, and Costumes: How to Ensure Your Dog Stays Calm and Confident This Halloween
As a dog guardian, you want the very best for your furry friend. You want them to be happy, mentally and physically healthy, and a true member of the family. I get it—I’ve been there too! There’s no shortage of… Read More »Why Hire a Professional Dog Trainer?
Last week I had the pleasure of attending a fantastic webinar hosted by the Pet Professional Guild Australia (PPGA) titled “Sleep, Rest and Recovery for Anxious, Reactive, and Stressed Dogs.” This webinar really opened my eyes to some crucial aspects… Read More »Sleep, Rest and Recovery for Dogs
In this blog I want to talk about a behaviour that’s often misunderstood, sometimes frustrating, but entirely natural for our Furkids: resource guarding. If you’ve ever had a dog growl or snap over their food bowl, toys, or even a… Read More »Understanding Resource Guarding
As guardian to a Great Dane, I never imagined a dog sport that would be suitable for my gigantic Furchild……but I think I’ve found one. The recent Hoopers workshop at the Pet Professional Guild Australia 2024 Conference has me inspired… Read More »The Exciting World of Hoopers
I want to dive into a controversial topic. The world of aversive training versus force-free training. I chose force-free dog training and in this blog I’ll tell you the reasons why and explain why you should too. Definitions First things… Read More »Why I Chose Force-Free Dog Training (And You Should Too!)
Content Warning: In this blog I write about mental health, trauma and PTSD. If you need urgent help then you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or attend your local Head To Health Centre or the nearest hospital. Otherwise,… Read More »Insights from the Pet Professional Guild Australia 2024 Conference: Assistance Dogs
Today, we’re diving into the wild world of puppy training milestones with Puppy Training 101 tips. Buckle up, because raising a puppy is like riding a rollercoaster – thrilling, sometimes scary, but oh-so-rewarding! Here’s what you might expect when you’re… Read More »Puppy Training 101
Listen up, Pawrents! This week, I’m going to tackle a controversial topic that’s been the subject of heated debates in dog parks and on social media: the potential dangers of taking your pooch to those off-leash play areas. Now, before… Read More »The Ruff Truth: Why Off-Leash Dog Parks Aren’t Always a Walk in the Park
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