WOLFDOGS
Cross-breeding between wolves and dogs In 1989, the South African police force decided to create a more aggressive dog, so […]
DOG WALKS DONE DIFFERENTLY
As we’ve discussed before, adding a few tasks or challenges to your walk can tire your dog out more effectively
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SENSORY ENVIRONMENTAL ENRICHMENT – KEEPING YOUR HOUSE-BOUND HOUND HAPPY AND HEALTHY
Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne With complex and estate living becoming increasingly popular in South Africa, more people are having to deal
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BE ORIGINAL – DOGS ARE ONLY THE SAME IN THAT THEY ARE ALL DIFFERENT
Some dog breeds, such as the Golden Retriever and the Spaniel, are widely assumed to be friendly, happy-go-lucky and good-natured.
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WEATHERING THE STORM
Helping dogs cope with storm anxiety Storm anxiety is a common issue faced by many dog owners. This article explores
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BASIC TRICKS
Trick 0: The sit Welcome to our new series on teaching your dog basic tricks. First in the series is
RANK REDUCTION PROGRAMMES AND WHY THEY HAVE NO PLACE IN TRAINING TODAY
By Sarah Wanless Rank Reduction Programmes (RRPs) were developed as a response to behavioural problems in dogs. RRPs are based
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IT’S ALL IN A LOOK – RESEARCH FROM HARVARD
At Harvard University, researchers have been investigating canines’ ability to understand human non-verbal communication by getting humans to either gaze
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