Helping a rescue dog settle in
By The Mutty ProfessorGetting a rescue dog can be exciting and nerve wracking in equal measure.
Getting Your Over-Reactive Dog Ready for Training
By The Mutty ProfessorTeaching 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.
Tips on Running With Your Dog
By The Mutty ProfessorIt’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.
When Is The Right Time For You To Get A Puppy?
By The Mutty ProfessorWhen 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.
Mental Stimulation ideas for your dog
By The Mutty ProfessorIt’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.
Managing Dogs (and puppies) At Christmas
By The Mutty ProfessorEverybody 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.
How to cope with Fireworks this New Years Eve
By The Mutty ProfessorFirework season can be a stressful time for dogs and their owners. The feeling of being unable to avoid the unpredictable noise can cause immense anxiety. Here are my tips for coping with your dog. 1. Walk your dog during daylight hours.Every year dogs escape their collars out of sheer terror and can end up…
The Link Between Health & Behaviour
By The Mutty ProfessorAs a clinical animal behaviourist, I am trained to read between the lines when it comes to health and behaviour. Why is this a necessity as part of my job? Should I not just be focused on training dogs to behave well? I wish it were that simple! An ever-increasing amount of research on canine…
