Updated September 2026 I saw something in a dog group recently that genuinely bothered me. Someone asked for help with their adult Great Pyrenees, which was reacting to moving cars and other dogs. The advice included people saying a harness would make the dog pull. Others suggested shaving the dog’s neck so that a shock…
Updated August 2026 Leaving your dog home alone is not simply a matter of finding enough toys to keep them entertained. Your dog needs to feel safe enough to settle, sleep, drink, move around comfortably and wait for you to return. Some dogs cope well with short periods alone. Others begin to worry within minutes….
Updated August 2026 A dog who is relaxed at home, comfortable with familiar dogs or friendly when free to move may bark, freeze, pull or lunge when attached to a lead. This does not necessarily mean the lead has made your dog aggressive. A lead restricts movement and choice. Your dog cannot easily move away,…
Updated July 2026 Some dogs make their fear of fireworks very obvious. They shake, bark, pace around the room or try to hide. Other dogs show much quieter signs. They may become still, stop taking treats or lie in one place without settling properly. That quiet dog may be every bit as frightened as the…
