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Why Arthritis in Older Dogs Can Look Like ‘Stubbornness’ During Training
Training an older dog can sometimes feel like a battle of wills. You give a familiar command, and your dog looks at you as if to say,...

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Oct 25, 20256 min read


Why Your Adolescent Dog Suddenly Stops Listening: Understanding Hormonal Changes
When your sweet, obedient puppy starts acting like a rebellious teenager, it can be frustrating. One week they come running when you...

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Oct 24, 20256 min read


How Your Puppy’s Growth Plates Affect Safe Exercise and Training
Watching your puppy grow and learn is one of the best parts of dog ownership. Their energy, curiosity, and eagerness to please make every...

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Oct 22, 20256 min read


3 High-Value Rewards That Supercharge Recall Training
Getting our dogs to come back when called makes walks, park visits and busy days safer and far less stressful. Recall cues training is not just about picking the right cue word; it is about making the reward tempting enough to beat all the distractions around. Most dogs learn what recall means pretty quickly, but whether they choose to return depends a lot on what happens after they show up. If coming back does not feel special, most dogs weigh their options and might stick w

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Oct 20, 20255 min read


Understanding the Link Between Muscle Tension and Reactivity in Dogs
It’s easy to spot when a dog is relaxed: loose posture, soft eyes, and calm movements. But when muscle tension appears, everything...

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Oct 19, 20257 min read


Why Understanding Your Dog’s Skeleton Helps Prevent Behavioural Problems
Every dog owner wants a happy, confident companion who enjoys life without anxiety or frustration. But many behavioural issues that seem...

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Oct 17, 20257 min read


Why Dogs Love Music: Science, Stories and What Owners Can Try at Home
A video clip has recently spread across social media showing a 13-year-old dog who cannot get enough of his owner’s jazz piano. Each time the music begins, the dog visibly relaxes and leans in with a dreamy expression. It is the kind of moment that makes people stop scrolling and smile, and it quickly went viral. The charm of the video lies partly in its simplicity. There is nothing staged about it. It is simply a dog enjoying the sound of music, showing that connection with

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Oct 16, 20255 min read


The Science of a Dog’s Brain: What Canine Neuroanatomy Reveals About Training
Training a dog often feels like a blend of art and patience. Yet, underneath every sit, stay and recall lies a fascinating layer of...

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Oct 15, 20257 min read


Why Adolescent Dogs Forget Their Training and How to Manage It
Introduction If your once well-mannered puppy has suddenly started ignoring commands, pulling on the lead, or acting as though they have...

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Oct 10, 20254 min read


Dog Allergy Testing: New Research, Better Answers for Owners
Allergies in dogs can be frustrating, both for the animals who feel constantly uncomfortable and for the owners who are left guessing...

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Oct 8, 20256 min read


How to Read Early Body Language Signals in Reactive Dogs
Most dogs don’t act out without a reason. Fast barking, backing away or snapping might look sudden, but they usually have a build-up....

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Oct 6, 20255 min read


The Role of Stress Hormones in Reactive Behaviour
Some dogs bark, snap or act out when something unsettles them, and it is easy for people to label these actions as simply aggressive. The...

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Sep 29, 20256 min read


Positive Philosophy in Dog Training: A Practical Guide
Training a dog is one of the most rewarding parts of sharing life with them. It can also be one of the most challenging. Every dog is...

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Sep 28, 20255 min read


Why Dogs Deserve Choice, Not Coercion
Training and living with dogs has changed a lot in recent years. More people now understand that dogs are not here to serve us...

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Sep 26, 20255 min read


Canine Reactivity Explained: Understanding Your Dog’s Nervous System
I want you to imagine walking down the street with me. You are holding the lead and I am trotting alongside you. Everything is going well...

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Sep 21, 20255 min read


Calming Signals in Dogs: Understanding Your Dog’s Language
When we talk about dogs communicating, most people think of barking, whining or growling. These are certainly part of how dogs express...

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Sep 17, 20256 min read


Pain and aggression in dogs: understanding the neurological pathway behind behaviour
Aggression is one of the behaviours that can worry owners the most. A dog that suddenly growls, snaps, or bites can feel unpredictable...

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Sep 10, 20254 min read


Colour blindness in dogs: what they really see and why it matters
Many of us grow up hearing the old idea that dogs see the world in black and white. It is one of those myths that has stuck for decades,...

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Sep 7, 20254 min read


Stopping Excessive Barking When Home Alone
Excessive barking is more than a simple nuisance. It's a hurdle that many pet owners face when trying to maintain a peaceful environment...

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Sep 1, 20255 min read


Understanding the Canine Brain Language for Better Training and Connection
When it comes to training dogs, there’s something we often forget. We’re speaking human. They’re speaking dog. And in between, there’s a...

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Aug 29, 20256 min read
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