How to find out your dog’s Functional Character with Heather Stevens
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Have you ever heard of ‘functional characters’ in relation to our dogs? It’s a scientific concept exploring the different types of personalities we see in our pets. Understanding which character your dog is will help you when it comes to training, bonding with your dog, and living harmoniously together. Heather Stevens is a dog trainer […]
Niki French on why it’s ok to ditch the daily dog walk
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When you’re thinking of getting a dog, one of the top questions that springs to mind is, ‘Who will take them out every day?’ But dog trainer Niki French is challenging the belief that every dog thrives on a daily walk. She’s the author of Stop Walking Your Dog, a training book explaining why sometimes […]
Dogs in yellow need space and Sarah from My Anxious Dog is on a mission to give them it!
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The colour is used to show other pet parents that a dog is anxious, and #DogsInYellow day takes place on March 20th to raise awareness. It was created by Sarah Jones who has her own anxious dog, Cocker Spaniel Bella. Bella was only a pup when Sarah realised she was scared of dogs and people, […]