Living with dogs means accepting a certain level of mess, muddy paws, loose hair, and nose prints on the windows. But that doesn’t mean you have to choose between a clean home and your dog’s company. I’ve lived with multiple dogs for years, and I’ve tried just about every shortcut out there. Some work. Some…
Do dogs get bored? The simple answer is yes. Like anything human or animal, a dog can get bored and stressed, which can manifest in behavioural issues. Dogs are social creatures, and in the wild, they would have been in packs, so humans become their pack for the domestic dog. Ensuring your dog doesn’t get…
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…
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…
People up and down the country and even all over the world love Christmas. After all, it has something magical about it and is full of laughter and indulgence. However, it is important to remember our dogs at Christmas. Christmas can be an incredibly stressful time for them. On top of that, Christmas can present…
