Dogs have been living in close proximity to people for 15,000 years and during this time they have channelled their natural talents to develop some really amazing skills. Most of us are aware that dogs are intelligent beings with superior senses and some particular abilities that far surpass that of people or machines (for example, […]
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Q: Why should I teach my dog to sit? A: Teaching your dog to sit may seem very basic, but a ‘sit’ is actually one of the most important things for your dog to learn. Teaching your dog to sit on cue is very simple and is a good exercise to do to prevent other
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Q: At the vet the other day, my nine-year-old dog snapped at a puppy who sniffed him in his face. He didn’t bite the puppy though. Is this normal behaviour? Why did he do it? A: Let’s look at this situation from your dog’s point of view, bearing in mind that a series of events,
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Balancing a treat on his nose is much more than just a cute trick for your dog. It teaches him to focus and to be patient. If you can get your dog to sit still for a few seconds while balancing a treat on his nose, he will also be able to focus on other
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Sometimes we just want to brag about our dog’s ‘bag of tricks’ and there’s nothing wrong with that! Dogs love to learn new things, and spinning around is one of those easy tricks you can teach your dog. Here’s a video to teach you how to teach your dog to spin around:
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Teaching your dog to walk with a loose leash is one of the most fundamental skills that you can teach him. If he learns how to walk with a loose leash, it will build the trust between you tremendously. He needs clear communication of what you want, and this happens when he checks in with
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There will be times when your dog will pick up something dangerous or harmful and you’ll want him to drop it immediately. You don’t want to chase your dog around with the item in his mouth – he might think it is a little game of ‘Catch me, if you can’. The ‘drop it’ cue
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There are many reasons why your dog should know the stay cue. One of them could be if there is a dangerous situation and you need to assist someone, but your dog needs to stay clear. Or it could be something as simple as you needing to carry the groceries in from the car. Here’s
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We welcomed a new dog into our lives this year. Flash is my fourth dog and my first Terrier. He is funny and full of joy. I want to share his journey of learning, training and experiencing the big wide world. Choosing a dog is a big and exciting decision. It is a long-term commitment
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In this article, we take a look at radiology and imaging, cardiology and rehabilitation, and physical therapy and what takes place there. Understanding what happens in the different sectors of the hospital makes them a little less scary. Radiology and imaging Diagnostic imaging encompasses a number of different imaging modalities, including radiography, diagnostic ultrasound,
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Taking your dog with you on a camping trip is so exciting. You will have him with you all the time, and you can build a strong bond with him. And he will be happy because he is with the people he loves. Here are a few things that you need to do before the
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