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Discover expert advice, practical tips, and real-life insights on dog behaviour, training, and enrichment. Whether you're welcoming a new puppy, addressing reactivity, or looking to better understand your furry friend, this blog offers guidance and answers to your questions.

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When Love Isn’t Enough: Understanding Why Your Dog Misbehaves (and How to Truly Help Them)
Discover why love alone can’t solve behaviour problems and how understanding your dog’s emotions leads to real positive ad lasting change.
5 min read


Separation Anxiety or Just Bored? How to Tell — and What to Do About It
Learn how to tell if your dog’s alone-time stress is true separation anxiety or just boredom. Discover how to help them feel calm and safe when home alone.
3 min read


When Dogs Fight at Home: What It Really Means and How to Rebuild Harmony
The Moment Everything Changes It can be one of the most upsetting experiences a dog owner faces: two dogs who once got along suddenly explode into a fight. The noise, the fear, the confusion — and then the heartbreak that follows. You start walking on eggshells, worrying about when it might happen again. But here’s what’s most important to know: dogs don’t fight out of spite or malice. When dogs fight, they’re communicating that something in the relationship — emotional, envi
3 min read


How to Help Your Dog Feel Better During Fireworks
Fireworks may be exciting for us, but for many dogs, they’re terrifying. The loud bangs, flashes, and vibrations can trigger a deep sense of fear and confusion. Some dogs tremble, pant, hide, bark excessively, or even try to escape — all signs of stress. The good news? You can help your dog feel safer, calmer, and more in control during fireworks season. 1. Create a Safe Space Before fireworks start, prepare a quiet, comfortable spot in your home where your dog can retreat to
2 min read


Attention-Seeking Behaviours in Dogs and How to Stop Them
Learn how to stop attention-seeking behaviours in dogs. Discover causes, effective solutions, practical training tips , and when to seek professional help.
4 min read


How to Stop Leash Pulling: A Complete Guide to Calm, Enjoyable Walks
Learn why dogs pull on the leash and how to stop it using simple methods. Build calm, connected walks with science-based, positive training methods that work.
5 min read


Bringing Home a Rescue Dog: What to Know, Expect, and Do for Success
Thinking of adopting a rescue dog? Discover what to expect, how to prepare, and guidance to help your new dog settle, trust, and thrive in their forever home.
3 min read


Everything You Need to Know About Training American Akita
Strong, intelligent, and deeply loyal, the American Akita is a remarkable breed—but training them requires the right approach. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything from puppy basics to advanced obedience, socialisation strategies, and preventing unwanted behaviours so your Akita can thrive as a calm, confident companion.
5 min read


Dog Trainer vs. Behaviourist: What’s the Difference—and Which Does Your Dog Need?
Learn the difference between dog trainers and behaviourists—and discover why behaviourists are essential for fear, aggression, and trauma-based behaviours.
3 min read


The Untold Truth About Using E-Collars in Dog Training
Discover the untold truth about e-collars. Learn the emotional, physical, and behavioural risks, and explore safer, science-backed alternatives for your dog.
3 min read


Is My Dog’s Behaviour Unhealthy? When to Seek Help from a Professional
It's critical to spot and recognise unhealthy behaviour in dogs before it escalates
3 min read


Understanding Possessive Behaviour in Dogs: Why It Happens and How to Help
Is your dog being possessive over food, toys, or even you? Learn why possessive behaviour happens and how to manage it with positive, practical training methods.
4 min read


Understanding and managing fears and phobias in dogs
Better understand what drives fears and phobias in dogs and help your furry friend manage them better and live the best, stress and fear-free lives.
2 min read


Who’s Leading Who? Why Leadership Is the Missing Link in Your Dog’s Behaviour
If you're struggling with leash pulling, barking, dog ignoring your commands or in general disobeys you —leadership may be the solution.
3 min read


How to Rebuild a Dog’s Trust: A Complete Guide to Healing Fear and Strengthening Your Bond
Trust is the foundation of any healthy relationship—especially the bond between a dog and their human.
4 min read


Why Do Dogs Have Behaviour Problems—and How to Address Them
Why Do Dogs Have Behaviour Problems—and Where You Should Start if You Want to Fix Them
3 min read


Why Do Dogs Turn Against Their Owners — And What You Can Do About It
Why Do Dogs Turn Against Their Owners — And What You Can Do About It
4 min read


Why Your Dog Barks at Everything That Passes the Window—and How to Stop It
Why Your Dog Barks at Everything That Passes the Window—and How to Stop It
4 min read


How to Handle and Stop a Dog Fight: What Every Dog Owner Should Know
What to do if your dog gets into a dog fight and how to stop it without getting hurt
4 min read


Why Do Dogs Jump and How You Can Stop It
Why do dogs jump on the people and how you can stop this behaviour
3 min read
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