Pet behaviour advice, training tips, health and enrichment ideas.
by Sarah & Dolly the Frenchie from Ruffle Snuffle
House Training This will be one of the first things you’ll want to sort after bringing your puppy home. The less time you have to spend cleaning up damp smelly newspapers in the morning, the better! The easiest way to toilet train your dog is …
If you need ideas on how to mentally and physically entertain your dog, then read on. Here are three of my favourite nosework games to play with your dog.
Getting your dog to bark less will take time, work, practice and consistency. It won’t happen overnight but one of the first things you can try is to actually teach your dog to bark on cue. This might sound weird, but it’s actually a brilliant way to reduce barking and get your dog to stop barking when you ask!
What do you do when waving your tasty piece of crispy chicken skin around just isn’t a better offer than those pigeons your dog is chasing? Here’s how to stop your dog chasing things.
Dogs need exercise whatever the weather, but not all dogs love going out in the snow. So how can you help them learn to enjoy their winter walks? Prepare yourself Wrap yourself up warm with layers and a good winter coat. Wear gloves with grip …
Playing tug is a great game for you and your dog and can be used as a positive reward in training where treats may not be appropriate, or liked, by your dog. The game is a great way for your dog to expel some pent …
Happy Spring! Finally the long-awaited sunshine is beginning to appear bringing lots of lush green grass to roll around in and the odd rain showers that make plenty of mud for pooches to wallow in. Grab the lead and a pocket of treats and try …