Energy to burn – home alone and keeping your puppy entertained
"He is so naughty!", "She is such a little devil!", "Did you know what he did yesterday?" Ok, so you have a naughty puppy at home, but the news is you are [...]
Benefits of Taking Your Dog to Obedience Training
It can be difficult to manage a misbehaving dog. No matter whether you generally have a good dog that needs to learn a few more manners, or you have a dog that [...]
Crate training – A safe haven for your dog
Dogs are highly social animals that make wonderful pets. They can be effective as watchdogs, are excellent companions for play and exercise, and are sources of affection and comfort. However, with the [...]
Socialisation – Essential for Puppies
Over one third of Australian households own dogs. Dogs are considered an integral component of our society and part of the social capital of the community. It is well accepted that pets [...]
Fighting – how to break up a dog fight
Sometimes, despite your best efforts to monitor their interactions, dogs get into fights. To reduce the likelihood of injury to all parties, follow the guidelines below.Don't panicIf you stay calm, you’ll be [...]
Chewing – Why do dogs chew?
Dogs, especially puppies are extremely playful and investigative. While play with people and other dogs is an important part of socialisation and social development, exploration and object play are important ways for [...]