We have over 1500 articles on all aspects of dogs, Breed Compatibility, Shelter Initiative, Recommended Puppy & Dog Schools, Health, Alternative Health, Free e-books, Educational Downloads, Vet Skin Advice, Med Insurance Q & A, and so much more. Some of our new articles featured below for you, so do investigate our site and enjoy!
Separation anxiety is something you never want your dog to develop, and being at home all the time during the shut-down is how it could easily start. Read More for some tips for preventing.
Some great ideas for mental and physical stimulation during shut down. Read More
FOSTERING DURING SHUT DOWN? HERE IS A VLOG BY KATHY TO GIVE YOU SOME TIPS
PREVENTING RESOURCE GUARDING. ANOTHER BEHAVIOUR THAT CAN OCCUR WHILE FOSTERING, OR EVEN BETWEEN OUR OWN DOGS DUE TO FRUSTRATION. Click here to view the Vlog
The Grumpy Old Dog Lady
a fabulous series of Vlogs (short video on various topics) which are both educational, entertaining,and,on occasion, controversial - by senior behaviourist Kathy Clayton - Enjoy - link |
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INITIATIVE AND HOW IT CAME ABOUT TIP OF THE DAY!
Calm the tail and your calm the dog! Gently run your hand from the head, along the back, and then gently clasp the tail against the body - immediately helps a dog to calm down. Do this on a regular basis to get your dog used to it, and even say 'calmly, calmly' at the same time. |
Although none of us like to think about this aspect of our dogs, aggression in dogs is very real, and when this is targeted towards members of the family and people that are familiar to the dog, you are facing a very dangerous situation.
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There still a lot of people who feed their dogs once a day - why? They simply have not been told otherwise that this can create problems.
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Yes, your read properly! Not only is this article amusing, it is based on scientific research, well worth the read - enjoy!
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Happy Tails is the only website in SA bringing you incredible and heart-warming animal stories with happy endings.
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This is a horrible topic, however it is something that happens. Know the signs so that you can see when your dog is coming to end of days.
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Yes, a dog's diet can help with inflammation, find out more about this topic
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It is believed that cross breeds have better health and vigor, however is this true?
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Here are the 10 reasons owners should bring their pets into the vet regularly.
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If you thought adoption fees were expensive, you will have other ideas about this after reading this acticle!
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Find out all about redirected aggression, what it is, why it happens and examples of same
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An interesting and very controversial topic. Breed-specific laws ban or restrict ownership of dog breeds believed to be responsible for the most serious attacks on people.
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It may not seem important if we measure incorrectly on occasion, however, all those ‘little bits’ can quickly add up!
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Dog Behaviour Sprays
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