Humping ----------------- I don't know much But I'll have a go At explaining humping Just so that you know ------------------ It could simply be Related to play Or so I've heard The experts say ------------------ Or is it hormones Raging high? Attracting Fido To your thigh ------------------ Maybe just his way To confess That he … Continue reading Do dogs hump to show dominance?
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The most beneficial thing you can do for your dog
Why is there often conflict, confusion, or frustration in the dog-human relationship? Whether it's training, husbandry, enrichment activities or just going for a walk, we are often entirely focused on the human perspective, we generally go about these tasks with our entire focus on what we want. We want to keep walking so we pull the dog away … Continue reading The most beneficial thing you can do for your dog
Dying For a Walk
I'm sitting at home working on my dissertation literature review. I've hit a brick wall, I don't know how to develop the current argument. Time for a break and in my house, that normally means going for a walk. Harnesses on, leads on, and off we go. It's dark outside so I'm just doing a lead … Continue reading Dying For a Walk
WHY DOG TRAINERS HATE EACH OTHER
The Current Situation There is a standing joke in dog training which goes something like this; what's the only thing two dog trainers agree on? that the third dog trainer is wrong. Any dog trainer who uses social media couldn't miss the animosity between the various factions. Animosity between groups of people is nothing new. We've … Continue reading WHY DOG TRAINERS HATE EACH OTHER
Don’t let frustration ruin the dog-human relationship
Animals prefer calm humans. With a calm human, they can feel safe. Volatile, unpredictable people may cause anxiety in dogs and anxiety isn't conducive to a good learning environment. When we're training (especially a new behaviour) it's really easy to become frustrated; we might not get the exact behaviour that we were hoping for, we might … Continue reading Don’t let frustration ruin the dog-human relationship
10 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR DOG’S LIFE
1) Increase interaction. We may live busy lives but we can add interaction into our daily routines. Each time you are waiting for the kettle to boil, have a short training session. Each time you put something in the bin, have a quick play on the way back. Build small interactions into your day; the dog … Continue reading 10 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR DOG’S LIFE
They say that dogs are loyal!
They say that dogs are loyal,
I tend to disagree
Canine Enrichment: Cruel or Crucial?
It was recently suggested to me (not for the first time) that using a dog's food for enrichment activities is cruel because it's forcing them to do things against their will in order to eat. The definition of enrichment is to make something better, more rewarding or more meaningful. The purpose of canine enrichment, therefore, is … Continue reading Canine Enrichment: Cruel or Crucial?
DOGS SHOULD KNOW THEIR PLACE!
A look at the Alpha/pack leader theory. Where it came from and its effect on pet dogs
Dogs hate medical collars, or do they?
You might think that Mr B would hate his medical collar, but creating a positive association with the collar can work wonders. Mr B gets treats for putting on the collar, hence he thinks it's an excellent idea. First treat comes before I mess about with the fixings. Second treat comes once I've fixed it. … Continue reading Dogs hate medical collars, or do they?
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