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Things That Annoy Dogs

Dogs are man’s bestfriend and they are one of very few animals that can be with humans most of the time – whilst there are cases that dogs attack humans these are infrequent and usually as a result of poor management but we should still be mindful of what dogs doont like us doing. Here […] Continue reading Things That Annoy Dogs

How to extend your dogs life

Studies show that the average life of a dog is 13 years. By following these tips you will be able to improve, and hopefully extend, the life of your beloved pet. – Become a regular at your vet with the right Pet Insurance. Make sure to stay up to date on your pet’s vaccinations and […] Continue reading How to extend your dogs life

The Look of Love

As dog owners, we all adore our pets and often consider them members of our families. Animal behaviorists are suggesting that this is because we bond with them in a way similar to how we bond with our children. Looking into a dog’s eyes triggers a release of the “love hormone” called oxytocin. This release […] Continue reading The Look of Love

Can your dog detect cancer?

Any pet owner will tell you that owning a dog is a beneficial experience, but studies over the past two decades show that it may be even more beneficial than we realise. Various owners have reported that their dogs have been able to detect skin, ovarian, lung, breast, bladder, and colon cancer. For example, a […] Continue reading Can your dog detect cancer?

Which Breed of Dog Fits Best?

Deciding on a new puppy can bring loads of joy and excitement to the family, but choosing just which breed is the right fit can be tough. Many different factors need to be taken into consideration including:   The size of your Home   Willingness to exercise the dog   Your work schedule We’ve listed a handful of our favourite breeds and who […] Continue reading Which Breed of Dog Fits Best?

Health Benefits of Owning a Dog

We all know that owning a dog has many benefits. They give you companionship, constant unwavering love; they can give you protection and make you more social. However, did you know that owning a dog has many health benefits? More exercise: Dogs need daily physical exercise, so this means as an owner you will also […] Continue reading Health Benefits of Owning a Dog

Communicating With our Dogs

  Most of the time when a person hears another person talking, we usually respond not only to what is being said but also to the consonants and vowels that result in words and sentences. Other features of speech including the emotional tone and the speaker’s dialect and body language also contribute to the communication […] Continue reading Communicating With our Dogs

Understanding separation anxiety

It’s totally normal to worry too much when we leave our pooch alone, and most of the time leaving our dog behind makes us feel worried and even guilty. The dog often feels the same, feeling abandoned or unwanted… Dogs exhibit behaviour like barking, chewing, salivating, defecating, vomiting, urinating or trying to escape.  Most of […] Continue reading Understanding separation anxiety