When will he stop chewing my slippers? What age should training begin? How do I know when to change his diet? How much exercise should he be getting now he’s older… … the life of a doggie parent is full of questions. Because, just like raising a little human, dogs go through a range of […]
Why Do Dogs Pant?
“Auntie Sarah, why do dogs pant?” A question recently posed to me by my beaut of an eight year old niece, Izzy. So I explained that they pant as a way to regulate their body temperature, since they don’t sweat like we do. They have a small number of sweat glands on their paws, but […]
How To Groom Your Dog At Home
There may be times when it’s not possible to head to a groomers for your pup’s regular head to tail spruce up. What do you do then? Take the ‘grow it and see’ approach (well it could make a fun Insta post) or roll up your sleeves and take some action yourself? For all dog […]
What Is Canine Enrichment & Why Is It Important?
Imagine sitting around the house all day with just an hour or two’s reprieve when you’re finally let loose outside for a walk. It’d drive you CRAZY right? Welcome to the life of many of our beloved pooches. And it’s not because we don’t love them. It’s because our busy lives get in the way […]
Does Your Dog Have Anxiety?
Fearful of people or other dogs, hiding under tables, behind sofas, shying away when anyone gets to close, tucking his tail between his legs, whining, shaking, destructive behaviour… All of these are classic signs of anxiety in your dog. But they don’t necessarily mean that your dog suffers from anxiety. We all get anxious from […]
Why Is Your Dog Leaning On You?
Personally, I love it when a dog leans into me. I take it as a sign of affection and comfort. And whilst it often can be, that’s not always the case. So here’s a rundown of the potential reasons your dog is leaning on you, just to be sure you don’t mistake love for fear. […]
