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🐾 Loose Lead Walking: Turning Pulling Into Polite Strolling!
Going for a walk should be one of the highlights of your dog’s day—but if your arm feels like it’s being yanked out of its socket, you’re...

Lisa
Jun 273 min read


Mastering the Art of Raising a Confident and Independent Puppy: Tips to Prevent Separation Anxiety
Bringing a new puppy into your home is exciting and rewarding. These playful companions bring so much joy but need careful nurturing to...

Lisa
Nov 15, 20244 min read


Training Tactics for Reactive Canines
Training a reactive dog can be a challenging but rewarding journey for both you and your furry companion. Reactivity in dogs can stem...

Lisa
Oct 6, 20243 min read


Socialisation - Are we Focusing on the Right Things?
In the world of dog owners, socialisation is often viewed as the key to a well-adjusted and happy pup. However, the conventional belief...

Lisa
Sep 20, 20244 min read


Unleash the Adventure: 10 Mind-Blowing Reasons Why a Sniff Walk is a Game-Changer for Your Furry Friend!
Welcome, all pet parents! Are you searching for a way to transform your dog's daily walks into thrilling adventures? Look no further...

Lisa
Sep 6, 20242 min read


Understanding and Navigating Fear Periods in Dogs
As dog owners, we strive to provide our furry companions with a safe and comfortable environment. However, dogs, like humans, experience...

Lisa
Jun 7, 20243 min read


DIY Dog Toys for Enrichment: Keeping Your Pup Active and Happy
Dogs are not just pets; they are loyal companions that bring immense joy to our lives. As pet parents, it's essential to ensure our furry...

Lisa
May 24, 20243 min read


The Three D's of Dog Training
What do I mean by the three D's? Read on to find out what they are and why they play a crucial role in shaping your dog’s behaviour and...

Lisa
Apr 5, 20243 min read


Perfect Presents for your Delightful Doggie Friend!
Do you get your furry friends a present for Christmas? (I do)!! Stuck on ideas with just over 5 weeks to go?! I have got your back!...

Lisa
Nov 18, 20225 min read


Help, Guy Fawkes is coming and my dog hates it!!
Guy Fawkes night can be a time filled of fear for our furry friends. Now is the best time to start thinking about how best to prepare...

Lisa
Oct 7, 20223 min read


The Real Cost of Breeding your Dog...
Everyone LOVES that furry ball of fluff, the puppy smell, those sweet little puppy squeaks. It is enough to make any one of us squeal...

Lisa
Sep 9, 20225 min read


What Exactly is a Positive Reinforcement Trainer?
Dog training can be confusing! There is so much information out there and lots of terms that are used that you may find yourself...

Lisa
Aug 19, 20223 min read


Wait!!?? What?... Online Dog Training?.....Can you do that?!
The answer in fact is a resounding YES! Online dog training is definitely possible, and not only is it possible it has some unexpected...

Lisa
Mar 25, 20223 min read


Emergency Preparedness for Pets
This time last week I was making my way over to the West coast of the South Island as part of the team from Animal Evac that was deployed...

Lisa
Feb 11, 20223 min read


Christmas with Pets
If you know me well, you will know that Christmas is my most favourite time of the year. BUT it may not be your pets favourite at all....

Lisa
Dec 18, 20213 min read


Picking the Perfect Puppy
Since the pandemic began there has been an increasing number of people adopting new pets. This has also resulted in a couple of other...

Lisa
Nov 27, 20213 min read


The Covid Catastrophe
Pandemic Puppies, Panicked Pet Parents and how not to burst your bubble! In recent weeks our community has been on alert once again for...

Lisa
Jul 2, 20213 min read


Choker chains, shock collars, prong collars...... What's the deal??!!
Dogs primarily learn by association, but an association that appears likely to us may not be likely for the dog. For instance if using a...
Lisa
Feb 13, 20212 min read


How does clicker training work?
Clicker training, so what’s the go?! I am sure you have heard about it and maybe you have even tried it! How did it go for you? Did you...
Lisa
Jul 19, 20203 min read


Treats that work
When you start training your dog, cat, rabbit or any other pet it is important to think about the treats you are using, how you are using...
Lisa
May 5, 20202 min read
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