Nothing takes the gloss off returning home to your overexcited dog like a fresh puddle of pee. Usually, it’s no big deal and can be cleaned up quickly, but here are a few tips on teaching your dog better control. Baby bladders Puppies under the age of twelve months are the most likely to urinate when …
Puppy crates provide a great way to train a dog. A puppy crate is your dog’s sanctuary in your home, their own space to escape when they need to, or to sleep if they need to rest. Here’s why puppy crate training is so important. What you need to know about dog crates Your puppy’s crate is probably …
Barking, whining and yelping are your dog’s way of communicating. Much like a crying infant, your puppy could be saying: “I need to wee”, “I want dinner” or “give me attention”. While most puppies will naturally begin making noises from an early age, some dogs and breeds may spend their lives in relative silence. Baby …
Are you bleary eyed and reaching for your third cup of coffee? Here are some sure fire solutions to help settle your puppy so that they sleep through the night… and you can, too! Book a vet You wake, roused by the desperate cries of your new addition. It’s the third time that night …
Your puppy is chewing all your favourite shoes and your furniture is covered in drool. Don’t panic. There is a solution. You may have noticed that the only family member with better taste in shoes than you is your puppy? Rest assured, chewing is a normal puppy behaviour that can easily be redirected. With some …
Before your puppy learns to walk on a lead, you’re going to have to show a little leadership. While some pups get it straight away, others take a little longer. Just remember: patience is the key, as having a collar and lead attached for the first time can be confusing. Take your time Before you …
It’s often said that dogs are social animals, so what happens if your little pup is withdrawn and feels fear around other dogs? Here are some things to try if the presence of another dog makes your puppy quake in its boots. If you thought shyness and anxiety were traits only shown in humans, think …
Dogs hump for a range of reasons, many of which have nothing to do with sexual desire. But if allowed to continue, mounting can become habitual, so it’s best to stamp it out before your puppy latches onto the family cat – who may not be so understanding. Why do puppies start humping? Puppies …
Like the baby it is, your puppy is a sponge, ready to absorb every bit of information you throw its way. Here are some tips on what to teach your puppy to ensure they grow into respectful, happy dogs. Book a vet We’ve all been around those irrepressible, yappy dogs – secretly feeling smug …
A guide to understanding your puppy’s growth stages so you know how much and how often to feed them. So you’ve weathered the highs and lows (mostly highs) of the puppy phase and you’re trying to navigate your pet’s path to adulthood. If you want to change their diet to suit their maturity level, …