The most essential factor when raising any puppy, regardless of any background or breed, is socialisation. Puppy socialisation is simply introducing your puppy to the world in preparation for the rest of its entire life. Done correctly this education will…
Good nutrition is an essential part of a dog’s health and well-being. Dog nutrition is one of of the most important factors for your dog to gain and maintain good health. Canines need a balanced diet which includes the 8…
What is mouthing Behaviour? Mouthing behaviour in dogs is when a puppy (or adult) uses its mouth to during play. This is a perfectly natural thing for a puppy to do and is actually a very important aspect of their…
Separation anxiety in dogs is a common issue and is generally caused by two reasons; 1) the dog sees you as a huge source of confidence and gets stressed when you leave, or, 2) the dog feels you need protecting…
The process of choosing a dog behaviourist is of the utmost importance. As canine behaviourists are becoming increasingly common and are as yet unregulated, anybody can give themselves this title and begin trading. Training is a different discipline to behaviour…
The use of domination to coercively force a dog into submission during training is based on completely irrelevant studies and has no scientific basis or value, it is effectively bullying. This way of working with dogs has been outdated for…
“North Clwyd Animal Rescue (NCAR) is a registered charity founded in 1978 by Anne Owen. From one thin little Lurcher, we now care for over 1000 domestic pets a year. We have grown to meet these new demands and with…
Sox’s rehabilitation at North Clwyd Animal Rescue Sweet little Sox came into NCAR with behaviour which was heart breaking, she knew very little of the world and everything terrified her. She was completely shutting down, we needed to help her…
Welcoming a puppy into your family is, of course, a wonderful thing and should really enhance everybody’s (including the pup’s) life. But, adopting or buying a puppy also requires you to take on the huge responsibility of raising and educating…
Adopting a rescue dog is a fantastic way of bringing a loyal loving companion into your family, whilst also vastly improving the life and prospects of an animal who has no comprehension why they have wound up living at the…
Although this guide is aimed at taking your rescue dog home, the general idea can be applied to all adopted dogs coming into their new family home for the first time. Walk Around Your Neighbourhood When you arrive home, don’t…
What do you want your grown adult dog to be like? Calm, friendly, relaxed, able to be left alone, good on lead, good with dogs, good in the car, doesn’t steal food or items, soft around children/elderly, fun to play…
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier also known as the Staffie is renowned amongst those who know the breed for their qualities which make them an ideal family pet. When raised well, with good early socialisation, their devotion to their family, trustworthy…