A question I am often asked when referring to reinforcing the dog’s desirable behaviour with a treat, or using a clicker and following up with a treat is: “Do I have to use food to train my dog?” You don’t have to use any particular tool to train your dog. Professionals like food because it is one …
Do I have to use food to train my dog? Is training a dog with food bribing? Read More »
On the 9th Aug 12 Emma Wilcock and Lynsey Reid celebrated their civil partnership, joined by their ever faithful four legged friends. The two tied the knot at The Lavender House Hotel set in Dartmoor and were joined by up to 25 canine friends who were invited to the ceremony, with their owners. Their 3 …
Labradors Quirky and Bruno walked their owners down the aisle Read More »
TOP 10 DOG BEHAVIOUR MYTHS EXPLAINED 1: Dogs are naturally pack animals with a clear social order. This one falls apart immediately, because all the evidence suggests that free-ranging dogs (pariahs, feral and semi-feral populations) don’t form packs. Dogs actually form loose, amorphous, transitory associations with other dogs. And males do not participate in the …
So, you’re completely organised, ready and waiting for the days to pass until you are all off on your holidays. You’ve thought of everything you may need and are probably packing the kitchen sink too…..but have you given as much consideration to your pet’s needs on this annual jaunt? It just wouldn’t be a proper …
Woofs and Growls by canine behaviour specialist Jez Rose Dogs, much like children, don’t come with an instruction manual and more’s the pity! I see people all the time enforcing restriction, cuddles or petting on their dogs, despite the dog telling them that they are not comfortable with it. It is simple and enjoyable to …
