Gum Disease / Periodontal disease

By Dr. Katie O Brien

Prevention is better than cure! Definition: Periodontal disease is infection and inflammation of the tissues that surround the teeth.Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums and is the early form of periodontal disease. Cause: This is caused by bacteria in the mouth and the body’s own response to these bacteria!Plaque is a sticky colorless film of bacteria…

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Working with the over-reactive dog Part 2

By The Mutty Professor

In part 2 I will describe the training required to help dogs be less reactive.

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Helping a rescue dog settle in

By The Mutty Professor

Getting a rescue dog can be exciting and nerve wracking in equal measure.

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Getting Your Over-Reactive Dog Ready for Training

By The Mutty Professor

Teaching a dog to be less reactive can be very challenging, as the environment they react in can be very difficult to control and avoiding triggers is not always possible. Here are some tips on how you can improve your dog’s over reactive behaviour.

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Tips on Running With Your Dog

By The Mutty Professor

It’s too easy to make dog walks the main stimulation your dog gets, however, when left to their own devices- dogs may need more than a good run around. Studies on free-ranging dogs show they spend significant time in their day foraging and chewing alongside other self-care behaviours, such as grooming.

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When Is The Right Time For You To Get A Puppy?

By The Mutty Professor

When you get a puppy, the environment needs to support both you and them in being able to fulfil the above. How long you will need is impossible to say, as every puppy responds differently.

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Socialising your dog during a pandemic

By The Mutty Professor

Socialisation is about quality, not quantity, and it is not a race. Here’s some tips on socialising puppies.

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Mental Stimulation ideas for your dog

By The Mutty Professor

It’s too easy to make dog walks the main stimulation your dog gets, however, when left to their own devices- dogs may need more than a good run around. Studies on free-ranging dogs show they spend significant time in their day foraging and chewing alongside other self-care behaviours, such as grooming.

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Managing Dogs (and puppies) At Christmas

By The Mutty Professor

Everybody wants Christmas to run as smoothly as possible and managing a busy household and your dog can at times be challenging. Here are some tips to set your dog and household up for success.

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