The first few weeks and months with a new puppy or re-homed dogs can feel exhausting, lonely and overwhelming
Puppy Blues
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Puppies posts
Dog Tricks
Why dog tricks help build connection and relationship with your dog as well as ideas of tricks to try
Animal husbandry – Grooming, Claws, Paws and more
Physically caring for a puppy or adult dog requires a little bit of grooming, claw-clipping, vet visits and tooth-brushing as a minimum. Introducing husbandry procedures in a positive way, using stationing behaviours and getting consent all go a long way.
Loose Lead Walking
Loose lead walking has three fundamental parts. Firstly, the dog has to know to walk and move when and where you move. Secondly, the dog has to learn that a tight lead means something is wrong. Finally, the dog has to be in an environment in which they can cope emotionally
Teaching Impulse Control
Teaching impulse control isn’t about correct your dog for making mistakes it’s about teaching them that they can keep calm and do something else
Puppy Socialisation – NOISE
Puppy socialisation is about so much more than just playing with other puppies. It includes introducing them to a wide range of sounds including fireworks, construction, children crying and other dogs barking
Puppy Farming
What is puppy farming and how to spot the tell tail signs
Ten quick tips on choosing a breeder for your new puppy
Ten top tips for avoiding a puppy farmed puppy
Puppy Development – Nature vs Nurture
Choosing a breeder can be overwhelming with so many adverts on gumtree and pets4homes. Both nature and nurture play a profound role in providing the essential foundations for puppy development, but did you know that a huge amount of their development has already happened before you even bring them home!