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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 104 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 86 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 65 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 296 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 285 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 265 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...

Paws Academy
Sep 215 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 176 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 104 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 74 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 15 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 296 min read


Why Does My Dog Eat Cat or Fox Poo? Understanding the Habit and What You Can Do About It
If you’ve caught your dog snuffling around and eating cat poo or fox poo, you’re definitely not alone. It’s one of those behaviours that...

Paws Academy
Aug 286 min read


Understanding Trigger Stacking in Dogs: Why Your Dog Snaps Suddenly
Imagine this. You take your dog for a walk. A cyclist zooms past, a dog barks across the road, and then a child runs over and hugs your...

Paws Academy
Aug 236 min read


Decompression in Reactive Dogs: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right
There is a lot of noise out there about what it takes to help a reactive dog. Some say it is all about the right gear, others point to...

Paws Academy
Aug 216 min read


Why Does My Dog Hump Other Dogs And What To Do About It
If you have ever been in the park, chatting to another owner, only to look over and see your dog enthusiastically humping theirs, you...

Paws Academy
Aug 206 min read


Why Do Dogs Sniff Where Other Dogs Have Peed?
If you’ve ever found yourself waiting on a footpath or in a muddy park while your dog investigates a patch of grass like it holds the...

Paws Academy
Aug 166 min read


Managing Dog Aggression with Professional Help
Dealing with dog aggression can be quite a challenge for any pet owner. It's a behaviour that, if not addressed properly, can cause...

Paws Academy
Aug 154 min read


Steps to Tackle Barking in Dogs
Dogs communicate in many ways, and barking is just one of them. While barking can sometimes be a sign of excitement or alertness,...

Paws Academy
Aug 113 min read


Why Does My Dog Constantly Lick Their Paws?
You’re sitting down after a long day, maybe catching up on the news or scrolling through your phone, when you hear it again. That slow,...

Paws Academy
Aug 116 min read
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