How to find your dog’s favourite toy
We talk about why a toy may not be a toy, how some dogs find everyday items far more fun than the expensive dog toys you can buy, and how a feather became a breakthrough
Why dog training helps robots
Dog training methods are now being used to teach robots. Just like we use when teaching a dog – rewarding the behaviour you want.
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We’re passionate about helping owners give their puppies the very best start – because it is so much easier to prevent problems than to address them later on.
Why people don’t always give you good advice
Dogs put up with a lot, tolerating fumbling training attempts and trying to work through the often confusing and contradictory things we ask of them.
Why teaching settle is so good for your dog
Settle is such a useful thing to teach: we talk about what it is (hint: it’s not a stay) and why and where it’s so useful.
Why do dogs bite postmen?
Legally, you as the owner are responsible for the behaviour of your dog and you can be taken to court of your dog bites someone.
What’s the best equipment to walk your dog?
I smile when I see a dog trotting along happily at their owner’s side. I sigh when I see dogs scrabbling sideways, pulling their owners along.
Have you got a problem adolescent dog?
When you get your loveable, tiny, cute puppy you never think that you might face unwanted or problem behaviours within the next few months. But a third of people face just that. A study published just this weekend from a UK team of researchers surveyed over 1100 owners when their adolescent dogs were 6 and […]
Why your dog may not like being petted
Watch your dog next time you give them a fuss and make sure they enjoy what you’re doing.
Why I’m embarrassed today
We want to help you avoid silly mistakes with your pup.