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...

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...

When we talk about dogs communicating, most people think of barking, whining or growling. These are certainly part of how dogs express...

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...

If your dog seems to ignore you, it might be the way you're asking. When we talk about dog training, most of us think about rewards,...

Getting a puppy is a mix of joy, exhaustion and an endless stream of questions. Everyone you know has a tip or a story, and a quick...

You don’t have to be a behaviourist or dog trainer to understand how learning works. In fact, you’ve probably already noticed it in...

Let’s imagine for a moment. You are walking your dog and up ahead, a jogger appears. Maybe it’s someone with a noisy pram, maybe it’s a...

If you’ve ever come home from a long, stressful day and noticed your dog acting unsettled or unusually clingy, you might be experiencing...

We’ve all had those moments. A bad day, an unexpected piece of news, or just that quiet overwhelm that settles in uninvited. As the tears...

You have probably seen it before. Your dog picks up a toy, sniffs it for a second, then flops right onto it like it is their favourite...

Dogs do a lot of weird things. Some of them are cute, like chasing their tails. Others make you question what is going on in that busy...

Dog training has changed. There is now far less focus on trying to control dogs and far more on helping them learn. It is not about who...

There’s something deeply personal about locking eyes with your dog and telling them you love them. It’s a moment full of meaning for us....

How Science Helps Us Understand Dogs and Train Them Better If you have ever looked at your dog and thought, “Why do you do that?”, you...

Understanding the Psychology of Canine Resilience to Support Your Dog’s Mental Strength and Behaviour When you think about resilience,...

Training your dog is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in their life and yours. Whether you’ve welcomed a new puppy or...

When it comes to training dogs, success isn’t just about consistency, patience or the right rewards. It is about understanding how habits...

Why Miscommunication, Not Disobedience, Is at the Root of Most Dog Training Challenges Let’s set the record straight, your dog isn’t being wilfully defiant. They aren’t “bold,” they’re not out to wreck your day, and they’re not giving you the cold shoulder just because they feel like it. More often than not, when your dog doesn’t respond the way you’d like them to, it’s because they don’t fully understand what’s being asked of them. It’s not about dominance or disobedience. I

If you’ve ever watched your dog mount another dog, a cushion, your leg, or even thin air, you’re not alone. Humping, or mounting, is one...