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Should I Take My Dog To Agility Training?

Dog training schools that offer agility training will likely have a minimum age requirement (as they should!) for pups to join their..

Potty training: Should I attach a bell to the door?

When it comes to potty training, having our puppies and dogs let us know that they want to be allowed into the backyard or taken out for..

How can I know what my dog is thinking?

Dogs think and make decisions every second! What they are thinking depends on their environment at the time and chances are that if they're

Tackling an unwanted behaviour? Read this!

Just like with any unwanted behaviour in dogs, it's important to above all know that if it's being practiced by our dogs, it's because..

Why does my dog not lay on his bed?

Likely out of feeling too hot (especially with longer-haired breeds) or because they're choosing to lay down at a spot closer to something..

Why do dogs wag their tails?

To communicate and show how they're feeling there and then! A wagging tail can mean friendliness, happiness, excitement and feeling good abo

It only gets better with hands-free training!

Using a hands-free/waist leash can help keep your hands free for when you're doing a lot at once with your dog, especially if they're a pup!

What you should consider before getting a puppy.

There's a lot that goes into getting a puppy! You and your new puppy will be learning quite a many different things throughout your new..

How do I prevent my dog from pulling?

To teach your dog how to walk nicely outside you'll need patience, walking at the right time..

Why is my dog seeming hyper?

There may be a few possibilities to consider. The first one is that your dog may be feeling bored, however contrary to popular belief..

Dogs learn by association. What does that mean?

You may hear from dog trainers that dogs learn by association. This means that dogs learn by associating a feeling to a situation..

How do I pick the right pup for me?

Consider your lifestyle and compare it to the breed you're going for, what they're bred to do and you can even lookup Facebook groups for..

Is your dog getting into trouble?

Try this food puzzle to prevent their brain and mind for looking something else to do, as well as redirect them to do something more...

Why does my dog eat grass outside?

If your vet has found no health issues, grass eating can be attributing to the taste of grass as well as boredom.

Should I pickup my dog while on walks?

There's a lot of misconception about when we should or shouldn't pickup our dog in our arms. When your dog is feeling overwhelmed, tired..

How can I stop my dog from barking?

Start by first considering the root of the issue (most commonly boredom, uncertainty in a social setting, confused, overtired) and guiding..

Why does my dog chase his tail?

Chasing one’s own tail is a natural behaviour for dogs, especially pups, as a common form of play for predator animals and if..

What's the best way to train a dog?

Positive reinforcement, fun and force-free (harm-free) methods are the best way to encourage your dog to repeat behaviours that you are happ

Need to upgrade your dog's food bowl?

Snuffle mats are 100% of a time a better choice over food bowls! Not only are they fun for dogs to use and snuffle out every piece, but..

How can I help my dog to relax after training?

The nose is the key! Think of it this way: After a long day of work, above we use our eyes and ears to consume content (a movie, music..

Should I allow my dog to sleep on my bed?

This is entirely up to your preference! Whether you want your dog to sleep with you on your bed, or their own space (their own bed or..

Is it good to teach my dog to protect me?

Generally speaking no. This can be a cause of stress for dogs and oftentimes the scenarios where it looks like our dogs are 'protecting' us

Does my dog want to dominate me if he walks in front?

Absolutely not! Chances are that if your dog is walking out in front if you is because they're simply eager and looking forward to get..

If I train with food will I always have to use food?

Absolutely not! However.. as we ourselves get paid for the work and efforts we do, there's no reason our dogs shouldn't get compensated..

Do I have to consider my dog’s breed when training?

100% However not in terms of what type of training but rather what type of enrichment activities and exercises you should consider based..

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