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Many excitable and boisterous behaviours are normal for puppies and will diminish with time and with appropriate early training. However, if the behaviour persists, is difficult for you to…
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False pregnancy (also known as pseudocyesis, phantom pregnancy or pseudopregnancy) is the term used to describe the condition whereby a non-pregnant bitch undergoes bodily and behavioural…
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There are many reasons why dogs develop a fearful reaction to people and other animals. Firstly, the dog may have had limited or minimal exposure to people and/or other animals when it was…
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Lack of early exposure to the sights, sounds or perhaps smells of a particular location, or one or more traumatic experiences associated with that location can lead to the development of…
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Medication may be useful in some cases but must only be given under veterinary supervision. Remember drugs should ideally be given so they take effect BEFORE any noise starts or panic sets in.…
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Most dogs ears are a lot larger than ours and certainly a lot more sensitive. We usually only clean them when there is a problem and they are already sore, so the dog learns that handling…
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There are many situations where a head collar may be recommended for your dog as it has the unique benefit of allowing control of the head that collars around the neck or body harnesses do not…
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Dogs are highly social animals that make wonderful pets. They can be effective as watchdogs, are excellent companions for play and exercise, and are sources of affection and comfort. However,…
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There are numerous reasons why a dog might soil the house with urine and/or faeces. Determining the specific reason is essential for developing an effective treatment programme. Dogs that soil…
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There are many methods of restraining a dog on a lead; from collars to head halters and 'one size (or type) does not fit all'. Functionality, comfort and safety should be the prime considerations in any choice.