Here's a question I get asked frequently: “Is my dog dominant? Is that why he misbehaves all the time?” It’s an interesting question and I’d like to unpack it (excuse the pun!) and take a closer look. Before we start, I’d better lay out what is meant by the terms...
I often get asked by clients whether they should allow their dog to greet other dogs while either is on a lead. I ALWAYS say “No!” This is sometimes met with surprise but I have good reasons - and it’s not because I’m a kill-joy control freak! (Well, not totally…) So,...
A few weeks ago, I did something bonkers. I decided to get a cat. That might not seem so strange until you realise that I live with a dog who kills things. Breezy is a 9 yr. old husky x border collie. He has killed birds, rodents and rabbits. He would have LOVED...
Remember this picture? Little bundle of fluff happily following at your heels, sleeping quietly when you settle in the evening and always coming when called? It’s now 6 months down the track, pup is 8 months old and what do you see? Raging hormones, endless energy...