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“It’s all about Me!!”

Blog by Dez the Dog (with writing assistance by Julie Brewer) My name is Dez (actually it’s Destiny but that’s embarrassing so I don’t tell anyone), I’m a border collie, perhaps not the best example of my breed, there is some rumours about the relatedness of my parents, and my furmom was only 10 monthsContinue reading ““It’s all about Me!!””

FIREWORKS and STORM FEARS

by Julie Brewer MSc CAB, DipCABT, RAVN Dogs are often react to the noise from fireworks, storms, aeroplane etc. This is natural, even we jump at sudden noises, but with the fireworks season now stretching over several weeks this constant exposure can lead to stress related problems, such as fear, anxiety and even life affectingContinue reading “FIREWORKS and STORM FEARS”

HOW TO STOP PEOPLE FROM TOUCHING YOUR DOG

by Julie Brewer Pre-Cert CAB, MSc, Dip. CABT, RAVN Most dogs do not want to be touched by strangers (do you?), sometimes even friendly dogs are not in the mood to be touched. We should allow our dogs to choose, not expect them to put up with unwanted attention. We respect the personal space ofContinue reading “HOW TO STOP PEOPLE FROM TOUCHING YOUR DOG”

He Knows What He Did Wrong! Really …. does he?

by Julie Brewer MSc He moves away from the stolen item, or gets off the forbidden furniture, he looks guilty when you walk in the door, so he knows he’s done wrong …. right? It might feel that way to you but the concept of right or wrong; of guilt, is purely human. Animals doContinue reading “He Knows What He Did Wrong! Really …. does he?”

Correct Greetings with People

by Julie Brewer We want our dogs to be happy and confident around people, but not so over-confident that they knock them over! Teach your puppy all four feet on the floor – or no fuss! A correct greeting is one which does not worry or upset the person or the other dog. Puppies mustContinue reading “Correct Greetings with People”

TEENAGE TERRORS

ADOLESCENCE IN DOGS AND HOW IT CAN AFFECT THEIR BEHAVIOUR by Julie Brewer MSc Adolescence is hard, regardless of your species. I’m sure most of us will hold up our hand and admit that we gave our parents some trouble during that period of our lives, or perhaps you are coping with your very ownContinue reading “TEENAGE TERRORS”

CANINE NUTRITION

by Dawn Chapman Canine Nutrition is one of my passions. As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, I became a Pet Health Councillor twenty years ago working in a busy Veterinary Practice. Most of the cases I dealt with were over weight pets and I loved seeing them become healthier and happier along the way. Ten yearsContinue reading “CANINE NUTRITION”

MANTRAILING – THE QUEST FOR A NOSE!

by Dawn Chapman Let me introduce myself, I am Dawn Chapman. Until 3.5 years ago I had never heard of Mantrailing as a canine sport. I was very interested in the idea of Search and Rescue work as I love watching dogs follow their noses and engage their inner hunter to fulfil their most incredibleContinue reading “MANTRAILING – THE QUEST FOR A NOSE!”

SECURE BASE MODEL ADAPTED FOR PUPPIES

by Julie Brewer MSc Clinical Animal Behaviour, Pre-Cert CCAB, Dip. CABT (COAPE) The secure base model provides a positive framework for caregiving which helps infants, children, and young people to move towards greater security and builds resilience. This model can be adapted for puppies by focusing on the interactions that occur between the owner andContinue reading “SECURE BASE MODEL ADAPTED FOR PUPPIES”

DOG OWNERS CAN PREVENT DOG BITES

By Julie Brewer, MSc CAB, pre-cert CCAB, DipCABT, RAVN Tyke, my dog, caused bite injuries, once to a child who was on my property, and being “watched”, and once to another dog who he knew and often played with, on both occasion’s stitches were required. I was devastated and my commitment to help him wasContinue reading “DOG OWNERS CAN PREVENT DOG BITES”