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
In this blog I’m here to talk about a topic near and dear to my heart: keeping our furry friends mentally sharp and focused through problem-solving puzzles and games. Yup, you heard me right – just like us humans, our… Read More »Keepin’ It Sharp: Mental Stimulation Games for Your Fido!
Let’s be real, as much as we adore our floofers, finding the time and energy to train them can sometimes feel like a struggle. Between work, household stuff, Furkids and/or Skinfants, or binge-watching the latest Netflix series to chill out,… Read More »The 3 for 3 Rule: A Foolproof Way to Train Your Dog in Just 9 Minutes a Day
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