For years now I have called myself a Canine Behaviourist, which implies that when I work with dogs all I change or ‘correct’ is the behaviour of the dog. But in actual fact, given the mindful approach to the work I do, I should really call myself a ‘Dog's Emotional...
Let’s talk about a big one today—dog aggression. It’s one of those words that makes people flinch, especially when we’re talking about our beloved dogs. But here’s the thing most people don’t realise: dog aggression is completely normal. In fact, it’s not just...
Motorbike noises can be particularly distressing for dogs due to their loud, high-pitched, and unpredictable nature. These sounds often trigger fear or anxiety, as dogs have sensitive hearing and may perceive the noise as a threat. Prolonged exposure without proper...
The paper "Modulating Social Behavior with Oxytocin: How does it work? What does it mean?" by Patricia Churchland and Piotr Winkielman delves into the role of oxytocin (OXT) in influencing social behavior, particularly focusing on the complexities and challenges in...
The article "Be More Dog: The Human–Canine Relationship in Contemporary Dog Training Methodologies" by Justyna Wlodarczyk explores how modern dog training practices reflect shifting views of human-canine relationships, moving away from control-based approaches to...
The key findings from the document “Your Dog is Your Teacher: Contemporary Dog Training Beyond Radical Behaviorism”, Pręgowski, Michał Piotr, focus on the evolution of dog training methodologies, especially the shift from traditional dominance-based approaches to more...
Choosing a puppy - how? Most people have to decide on the breed and normally choose based on looks or hype or perceived status of having that breed. Hopefully more and more people will research the energy levels and personalities of breeds and be honest about their...
The Alpha dominance myth exposed. In the early 1970’s Dr David Mech made the claims that Wolves and therefore dogs live in a heirachical world where the Alpha dog is the leader of the pack. His work was based on previous studies in the 30's & 40’s by a Swiss...
When it comes to understanding and training your dog's behavior, you may have encountered two distinct roles: dog trainer and dog behaviorist. While both play vital parts in helping owners nurture harmonious relationships with their canine companions, their approaches...
In the dynamic world of dog training, have you ever contemplated the age-old adage, 'Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results'? We've all been there, haven't we? Guilty as charged, especially when it comes to our beloved...
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