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Dog Training & Behaviour Articles

Maybe your dog launches itself at every visitor, stakes a claim on the sofa, or shreds the furniture when left alone. Our hands-on guides help you read the behaviour and answer it calmly and confidently. Explore the topics below for straightforward, friendly advice you can use in everyday life with your dog.

Behaviour Problems

Jumping Up

Jumping tops the list of complaints owners bring up, though it seldom bothers the dogs at all. Our guide covers the reasons dogs jump and shows you how to build calmer, quieter greetings.

Aggression

Recognising, preventing and managing aggression in dogs. Aggression is a natural instinct that once helped wild canines survive, so learning what sets it off is the first step toward a safer, happier companion.

Destructive Chewing

Chewing habits differ from one dog to the next, and some dogs simply feel a stronger urge to chew than others. Find out how to steer that drive away from your belongings.

House Training Options

House training is among the most misunderstood parts of dog ownership, and it can feel overwhelming. Look through the different methods and choose the one that fits your household.

Biting and Nipping Puppies

For many new owners, curbing a puppy's biting and nipping is a top priority, and with good reason. That adorable little pet can become a tiny terror in minutes, but the right approach will help you turn the behaviour around.

General Articles: Care and Health

Older Dog Care and Comfort

As your dog grows older, fresh needs can surface that were easy to miss in its younger years. Looking after an ageing dog well as it enters its twilight years is vital for its health and comfort.

Dog Grooming Basics

Our grooming basics walk you through setting up a grooming space, teaching your dog to accept the routine, and building a system that keeps each session quick and calm. You will also learn advanced techniques and discover which tools you need.

Getting a New Puppy

Ask any grown-up about the day their parents finally said yes to a puppy and they will remember it in detail. My first dog was called Lassie, and I was the most excited third grader in the neighbourhood that day, even though she was not the famous Lassie and was not even a Collie.

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