When my puppy was getting her shots, it felt like forever between each one because I couldn’t wait to take her out. Even after she finished her last shot, I was told to wait two more weeks. I wondered why it had to be so long, so I decided to look into it. Puppies require […]
Accidentally hurting your dog can be a heart-wrenching experience, leaving you wondering if they’ll ever trust you again. But what if you feel overwhelmed with guilt?
I Accidentally Hurt my Dog: Will they Forgive me? Read More »
My new Border Collie pup, Bindi, is a total foodie—she’ll happily devour anything in sight! I often have to pop her outside as she tries to sneakily snatch up any leftover zucchini or pasta from the kids. On the flip side, my Chug, Giggy, isn’t as keen on treats, so I’m on a quest to
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When I got both of my dogs, my older Chug and my new Border Collie, they both came with a collar and leash. I’ve continued using a collar for my Chug since he’s well-behaved on the leash and doesn’t pull. However, I haven’t started walking my Border Collie outside yet because she’s due for her
My 15-week-old puppy tends to jump up when excited, especially when my 2-year-old is around. While it’s cute now and people love petting her, I’m concerned this behaviour might carry into adulthood. That’s why I’ve been looking for a way to prevent it from becoming a long-term habit. Puppies jump on people for attention or
Stop Your Puppy Jumping: Teach Them the Right Way to Hug Read More »
Are you tired of your dog growling and snapping over their food? Don’t worry—understanding why they guard their bowl is the first step, and with a bit of positive training, you can turn those mealtime battles into moments of calm and connection.
Resource Guarding: Why Your Dog Growls and Snaps Over Food Read More »
My two dogs, a chihuahua cross and a border collie, quickly eat any dairy products in front of them. However, I’ve often wondered about the safety of their indulgence. Does it matter if they eat the dropped cheese from a hot dog or lick the left overs of a soft-serve ice cream? To get answers,
Waiting for dental recommendations from the vet often come too late to prevent dental issues in our dogs – in fact, only 18% of owners get dental advice on their dogs at initial puppy vaccination appointments [1]. I didn’t receive advice on my 15 week old Border Collie Puppy, Bindi, so I am interested in what
Today I came home to a chewed pool cue, from on top of my pool table. Not only had my 15 week old puppy found a way on top of the pool table, but she’d also decided the long timber stick looked like the perfect morning activity. So, how do I stop her chewing things
Puppy Chewing: Here’s the Main Reason They do it. Read More »
