Coping with fireworks top tips
Bonfire night strikes fear in to the hearts of dogs. Follow our top tips and find out how can you make it a less traumatic experience.
Cure for a fear of children
Dogs with a fear of children can be common, particularly if they've experienced a loud or excited child or one that has played rough.
Help, he pulls on the lead!
Your daily walks can become a misery if you have a dog that is constantly pulling on the lead. Don't worry, help is on hand.
How do I stop my dog stealing?
Behavourist Claire Arrowsmith gives some advice on how to cope with a dog that's stealing food, which can be a real issue.
How do I stop problem barking?
All dogs bark, but when it becomes a frequent occurance and impacts on your life, then there are several ways of limiting 'problem barking'.
How to stop my dog play biting?
Learning to not bite is usually something your dog will learn from his litter mates, in their absence you'll have to teach him.
Improving my training sessions
Some simple, general tips on using positive training methods with your dog and getting the best out of your sessions.
Making my dog come when called
Ensuring you have a good recall begins with a good relationship. You need your dog to want to come back to you when you call him!
My dog chews the post
Dogs that chew the post is a common problem and is down to territorial aggression rather than attention seeking.
Teaching my dog to toilet
When teaching your dog to toilet you will first need to teach him when and where he should go and to be consistent.
VIDEO: Grooming a puppy
Grooming sessions for puppies should not last long and should be an always be enjoyable experience for you and your pup.
VIDEO: Teaching a good recall
Ensuring that your dog understands recall is the most important command you can teach your dog and is also one of the easiest.
VIDEO:Introducing the lead
When first introducing your dog to the lead, it’s best to simply clip it onto the his collar and let him drag it around rather than applying any pressure.
Why does my dog bark?
Barking is not only a problem while owners are out - dogs bark for all sorts of reasons such as frustration, excitement and fear.
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Remember - if you are seriously concerned about your dog’s health or behaviour, and especially if your dog is in distress, please take him or her along to your vet as soon as possible.
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