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All About Scent Work
My first experience of scent work was for my Romanian rescue, Rascal. After being diagnosed with joint issues, I was looking for...
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Mar 135 min read
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Foreign Rescues - A dog is a dog, right?
It’s an assumption that all dogs are fundamentally the same. After all, they share a common ancestor and exhibit similar behaviours,...
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Jul 6, 20243 min read
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The Amazing World of the Canine Nose: Unveiling the Secrets of Scent
Dogs possess one of the most remarkable olfactory systems in the animal kingdom. As pet owners who engage in scent work or nose work with...
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Jun 7, 20243 min read
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Problem Behaviours? From Whose Perspective?
Most behaviours that humans find problematic in dogs are actually completely natural from a canine perspective. Scavenging for food Going...
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May 27, 20242 min read
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Knock, Knock, who’s there?
Visitor reactivity is definitely not a joke. It’s a common behavioural issue that has a huge impact on daily life. The most common...
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Mar 14, 20243 min read
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"Scentwork: The Ultimate Natural Enrichment for Your Dog"
We can only imagine how our dogs ‘see’ the world through their extraordinary sense of smell. Tapping into this olfactory system through...
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Nov 11, 20232 min read
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Three Exercises to Build Canine Confidence
Confidence is a valuable trait in both humans and dogs. Just as in people, a confident dog is more likely to be relaxed and capable of...
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Oct 28, 20233 min read
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Do you live with a fearful dog?
Is your dog struggling with confidence, feeling overwhelmed by the world around them? Dealing with extreme fear can be incredibly...
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Oct 15, 20232 min read
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The Importance of Puppy Socialisation: Nurturing a Well-Adjusted Companion
Bringing a new puppy into your life is an exciting and rewarding experience. Puppies are adorable bundles of energy and curiosity, ready...
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Oct 2, 20232 min read
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Resource Guarding – Prevention is better than cure
Let’s start by saying that resource guarding is a perfectly normal behaviour. However, if you’ve ever lived with a resource guarder it...
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May 14, 20232 min read
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