Prevention of separation anxiety in dogs during the lockdownIn this blog post, we shall be looking at the subject of separation anxiety in dogs and how to prevent it during the period of the Coronavirus lockdown. Now
Safety With Children and Dogs During the Coronavirus Lockdown Using the R.I.S.E. Safety Method.Respect. Teach your child to respect your dog and its space.Involve. Include your child during dog-based activities such as walking,
Dogs and Fireworks. Your Dog Matters. Podcast #2.The following is a transcript from the 'Your Dog Matters' Dogs and Fireworks Edition Podcast that I create as seen on the above Anchorfm player. The Youtube video version can be
The following is a transcript from the 'Your Dog Matters' The Pilot Edition Podcast that I create as seen on the above Anchorfm player. The Youtube video version can be seen here.Hello and welcome, Nick Jones here, Alpha Dog
The following notes outline three varied dog expert witness cases in 2019, whereby I have been asked to assess the dogs in my capacity as a dog expert witness and thankfully in all of these cases the dogs have been successfully
This video looks at how we as a family took Ruby out in a puppy sling from the first full day of us owning her. The sling allows us to keep a hold on her whilst she effectively does the same walking circuit as our two older and
The very first few nights with a new puppy can be a daunting experience for both the puppy and you as a new owner wanting to do the very best for your dog and to give them an emotionally and physically secure start.From the
When you have a puppy at the ideal age of 8 weeks, your primary mission when it comes to toilet training is to give your puppy every opportunity it can to toilet in a place that you want it to and for most people that will be in
On the second video of the Puppy Training Journey, I look at the process of collecting the puppy and bring her home, meeting the dogs for the first time and introducing Ruby to her new home and making that as safe and stress-free
This is the first of a mini-series of videos that looks at a number of different areas you are likely to experience with a new puppy. We collected a new puppy, Ruby, a Goldendoodle on the 20th December 2018 and so creating these
The following article is created in an effort to give a greater insight as to my role as a Dog Expert Witness carrying out dog behaviour assessments on dogs of all breeds throughout the UK. Many of the dogs that I assess for the
According to current data, almost 50% of the UK adult population are dog owners, so it is no surprise that our nation of dog-lovers are keen to include their beloved pets when planning a holiday. As well as being a full-time dog
In my line of work, I hear all kinds of pieces of advice bandied around; some good, some bad, and some downright misleading! In this article, I’ll address ten common myths of dog training and life with dogs and debunk them.1.
Living with dogs can bring a great deal of joy and satisfaction, yet at the same time, owners need to be well informed of the responsibilities in terms of the various dog laws within the UK and how it may have an impact at
Did you know that over 90% of pet owners say that their pet makes them feel happy and just over 88% of pet owners feel that owning a pet improves their quality of life? It’s no wonder that over 26% of UK households own at least
In my work as a dog bite expert witness, I have been exposed to many different acts of aggression from dogs towards people and this has opened my eyes to both the high expectations we have of our dogs and how serious a dog attack
How Do I Stop My Dog From… ?Anyone that has worked with me will know that I like to keep my feet on the ground and to work with dog owners in a way that is relatable and easy to understand. It’s of little use getting bogged down
The 10 Best Dog Breeds for Families and Children.Anyone who owns a dog will know that they are more than pets; they’re family. However, it is important to choose the right dog for you (perhaps you're choosing a puppy?) to ensure
This article looks at the following common behaviour problems in dogs and offers an insight as to how and where to get started.1. Aggression in Dogs2. Recall Problems in Dogs3. Dogs That Jump Up4. Toileting Issues With Dogs5.
The post is set out into the following subheadings:Healthy PuppiesThe Rescue Dog OptionChoose the Breed CarefullyLittermates. Buyer BewareFinding a Good VetHealth Insurance for Your DogDiet for PuppiesYour Getting Started
