By admin | Dogs , Pet Behaviour
Pets can bring us joy without asking much in return. Lulu the lemon beagle we adopted from a shelter is the greatest dog on earth, but the list of chewed victims in her wake include: Pool cleaner pipes Underground lawn sprinklers Hose pipes Plastic buckets A wooden door (yes, a wooden door) […]
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By Louise Vee | Pet Behaviour
Dogs trace their ancestry all the way back to wolf packs. People domesticated dogs by breeding out some of their less desirable behaviors. This process accidentally led to new characteristics that owners like. These include different color coats as well as traits like floppy ears. Over a thousand years of breeding has led to the […]
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By Louise Vee | Pet Behaviour , Pet Training
If you own a dog, the idea of crating her probably makes you cringe. It’s especially difficult if your dog fights the idea and takes a lot of coaxing to get into the crate. My own dogs are surprisingly okay with being crated for cross-country trips or weekends at my parents when we are out […]
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By Izak Van Heerden | Pet Behaviour , Pet Health
Well, you made it past the title. So, let’s discuss the medical and behavioral reasons your dog is making poop part of his diet, and how you can break the habit. Medical Reasons Believe it or not, there are medical reasons that can trigger this behavior. Keep reading to learn more. Enzyme deficiency. It the wild, […]
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By Louise Vee | Pet Behaviour , Pet Training
Our fur-babies are special in our hearts, not quite children that grow up and create their own lives. These amazing creatures are our companions throughout their lives. Often dogs enter as impressionable puppies, and grow and age with us. Each breed is different; each dog within the breed is different as well. Some breeds are […]
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By Louise Vee | Pet Behaviour , Pet Training
Pets can help children socialize and form memories that last a lifetime. However, it’s important to consider pets a part of the family and to be sure that everyone is comfortable when dynamics change. This could include introducing a new pet to children and other pets, bringing home a new baby, or becoming first-time pet […]
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By Louise Vee | Dogs , Pet Behaviour
Jane and Sparky When Jane adopted Sparky from the shelter, all she saw was an adorable mixed breed. Sparky was lively, and charming. Up-to-date on shots and a clean bill of health. A perfect dog companion to a working person and family. They knew it would take Sparky time to adjust to his new home. […]
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