Recall in teenage dogs

Parson Russell Terrier teenage dog off lead sniffing a patch of grass

Recall is the most important training command you can teach your dog. If you’re here, you probably already know that and might be having some challenges with an adolescent pup. Don’t worry, if your dog’s going through the teenage phase and seems to have lost their recall, I’m here to help. Last month I wrote … Read more

How much exercise does my dog need?

Blue Merle Border Collie standing in garden, excited, with mouth open looking to the right

We’ve all heard the old adage – “a tired dog is a happy dog” – and lately, I’ve heard it a lot. Like most of these sayings, there’s more than a grain of truth in it. But too much exercise can also be harmful. So, how long should you walk your dog for? A lot … Read more

Why does my dog stare at me?

Springer Spaniel on lead sitting staring directly up into camera

Whether they want to go out to the loo, are desperate to play or they’re counting down to dinnertime – our pups lock eyes with us a lot. And a question I’ve heard from several people recently is “why does my dog stare at me?”. Like more things in canine behaviour, the answer is “it … Read more

Adolescence in dogs: the teenage phase

Schnauzer adolescent dog standing on the floor looking up at person to lhe left

There’s no doubt bringing up a puppy is hard work. From toilet and sleep training, to learning life skills and socialisation – there’s a lot to do! As lovely as puppyhood is, most people breathe a sigh of relief as their pup starts maturing into an adult. But that can be short-lived when they reach … Read more

Best day out with your dog

Terrier Cross standing on grassing hill looking to the left, with a castle on the hill in the background

Thankfully summer is well and truly on the way, and after the long, wet winter, we can start thinking about planning fun days out again. It’s only natural that you want your dog to come with you – part of the joy of having a pooch is you share all the good things in life … Read more