Beating doggy boredom
July is anti-boredom month. The founder wants people to find creative and healthy ways to beat off boredom. So we’re sharing five ways to fight doggy boredom during this month and keep your dog happy and entertained
Why scent might be behind some dog behaviours
Enjoy our latest doggy advice video where we talk about why your dog might react to certain smells when you’re out and about and how you can encourage your dog’s scenting skills with our new Nose Nerds programme
Dog parks can be your dog’s worst nightmare
In this week’s Talking Tip we talk about the up and downside of dog parks, and about how we ned your ideas for future Tips
Why puppies bite …and what to do about it
Puppies have sharp, razor teeth can really hurt. Nipping and biting, though completely normal for puppies, is not pleasant.
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 toy play is so important
We strongly encourage all of you to play with your dogs. But sometimes you might do things that don’t really make your dog want to play with you.
Happy Valentine’s Day
Dogs love interactive play with their beloved owner – so whether you throw a ball or frisbee for your dog, or play tug games, or simply do some training – which is just playing games on our Perfect Pet courses – please have some fun with your dog.
How to play
Playing with your dog for even just a few minutes a day will really improve your relationship and bond.
Why dogs are never “just playing”
Dogs very rarely “just play”. Dog play is not as simple as that. Play may be consensual, but it all too often creates arousal in both dogs. And arousal leads to escalating problems – and fights.
Why does my dog…not give me her ball?
You may well have a dog who won’t they give up the ball. After all, you know you’ll throw it again for them.