Play and mental stimulation keep boredom and stress levels down, and strengthen the bond between you and your dog. Like people, all dogs are different, and they’ll have their own ideas about what makes a perfect toy - some like toys that squeak, some prefer balls, and others are crazy about rope toys.

People think that older dogs will be house-trained but this isn't always the case, especially if they've spent time in kennels; it's best to start from scratch. House-training is about the owner setting the dog up to be successful, in the right place at the right time, until eventually the dog will associate that location with going to the toilet.