Updated July 2026 You do not need a cupboard full of dog toys to provide good enrichment. A cardboard box, an old towel, part of your dog’s normal meal and time to sniff on a walk can all be useful. But a few carefully chosen tools can make enrichment easier to include in everyday life….
Updated July 2026 Not every dog needs to march around the same route at the same pace. Some dogs need space. Some need time. And some need us to stop saying “Come on” every 30 seconds. I work with a lot of rescue, nervous and sensitive dogs. Over the years, I have learnt that trying…
How do you reach into your pocket, and your dog’s eyes light up? They know a treat’s coming and they’re ready to work for it. Or maybe they’re bouncing, barking, and trying to guess what you want. I see both reactions often. Some dogs switch on the moment they smell a treat. Others get too…
What happens if my dog eats a cigarette butt? It’s probably no surprise to find that your dog has at some point eaten a cigarette butt from the floor. Many tobacco products actually have food like smell, many of them tasting like menthol or mint. Still, the real problem arises from nicotine, found in many…
Many humans can’t resist junk food. This could be a packet of Pringles while watching the TV or some chips while playing a board game. However, it is essential to remember that while Pringles, Cheetos, and QQuavers are tasty, they are also bad for us. So, are these tasty snacks also bad for our dogs?…
Come October/November, and the weather starts to get cold; all we want to do is hibernate. However, your dog still needs to get both physical and mental exercise. A nice daily walk can help break the day up, give a toilet break, and relieve boredom, but it is not always enough in winter. Our dogs…
Christmas holidays are getting closer day by day. Are you excited? But what about your dog? Here’s how to make sure this holiday season won’t be stressful for your furry friends. The holiday season brings a lot of joy, decorating, gifts, delicious foods, memorable moments with our loved ones… and stress to our four-legged pals….
It can be pretty tempting to give your dog treats and snacks. However, what we consider healthy and nutritious for humans can be toxic to dogs. Here are several toxic foods for dogs you should avoid feeding your dog at all costs to prevent an emergency visit to the Vet. This is by no…
