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Marking the Spot

There are many reasons why dogs ‘mark territory’ and most of the time we think that they just want to establish their ground though there is more to it than just that. Here are the various reasons why dogs do this: Social Triggers – male dogs urine mark in the presence of female dogs (especially if […] Continue reading Marking the Spot

Barking Mad

 Occasional barking is normal with any breed, however excessive barking is something that we should all be aware of as It can have serious consequences.  Excessive barking can be an indication of danger, excitement or hunger. As an example, we know that many dogs bark if a stranger visits our home, however as soon as […] Continue reading Barking Mad

Reward for Work

We all love to celebrate a job well done and most of us are motived by the end reward or result. It’s the same with dogs, when they are given a task and they have succeeded, the amount of happiness clearly shows they are aware of their feat. Research from Britain’s The Daily Mail discovered […] Continue reading Reward for Work

Tricia E. – August 2013

Tricia from Redland Bay, QLD (Click the photo to view profile) Local doggy park & why its great? I actually take the dogs down to the Esplanade each morning for a nice walk along the water. What 1 life lesson could humans learn from dogs? Unconditional love no matter what. “It’s a dog’s life” because… […] Continue reading Tricia E. – August 2013

Sniffing to Find Loved Ones

Research in England has shown that a dog’s nose is sensitive enough to sense out a deceased human. Specially trained victim recovery dogs can perform phenomenal feats in sniffing out the whereabouts of bodies and body parts, even beneath mounds of rubble or deep below the water’s surface. This will help forensic teams who are investigating a […] Continue reading Sniffing to Find Loved Ones

Jealousy Not Just In Humans

It’s now proven that jealousy is not just a human trait. Jealousy in dogs actually evolved to protect their social bond with their Master. Dogs do engage in what appears to be jealous behaviours but they are also seeking to break up the connection between the owner and a seeming rival. Our furry friends are motivated to protect […] Continue reading Jealousy Not Just In Humans

Why Dogs Bark When Sleeping

Have you ever noticed your dog barking whilst sleeping? Many think the dog is dreaming or in discomfort or even pain. We’re often left thinking “what’s gotten into her?” and just assume something is wrong. The good news is that in most cases, there’s nothing to worry about. This is interesting because the dog’s brain is in some […] Continue reading Why Dogs Bark When Sleeping

New Treatment for Ill Dogs

      Even our furry friends can get the terminal illnesses that are sadly so prevalent amongst us humans. Dogs aged 10 years and over are second only to humans in the likeliness that they will be diagnosed with some form of cancer. Scientists at the University of Vienna in Austria have for the first […] Continue reading New Treatment for Ill Dogs

Is it right to bring your pooch to the office?

It’s becoming well known that dogs help to alleviate stress and can even benefit your overall mood. The same can be said within a workplace environment too, and having a dog in your office can offer many benefits. It actually encourages a productive and collaborative work ethic as well as lowering stress levels and boosting […] Continue reading Is it right to bring your pooch to the office?

Dogs May Protect Children from Asthma

    In excess of 2 million Australians suffer from Asthma. This is alarming considering the medical advancements in the 21st Century, though there is good news. The family dog may help us in more ways than we know. Recent studies concluded that having a dog or cat in your home had meant better protection […] Continue reading Dogs May Protect Children from Asthma