One of the things I sometimes hear is how much people pay for behavioural support for their dogs, and how it seems expensive, (it obviously varies so this is about my pricing and input in and around Harrogate and Knaresborough). I thought I’d go through a few of my recent [...]
Caring for Older Dogs: How to Support Your Dog as They Age My old boy Amos is 13 now. he’s very much in that stage of life where things are starting to slow down. A bit creaky, a bit stiff, eyes a little cloudy, it hasn’t been a sudden change, [...]
Private Dog Parks around Harrogate and Knaresborough If you’re searching for dog parks near me, secure dog fields in Harrogate, or safe off-lead areas around Knaresborough, you’re in the right place. Private dog parks have become an increasingly popular option for owners who want safe, controlled spaces where their dogs [...]
When I brought Miss Mouse home four years ago, there were extensive WhatsApp chats about what she should be called — because obviously, doing the job I do, I hear lots and lots of puppy names every day. So I thought it would be fun to see what the top [...]
Many years ago, when Amos was quite young and at the height of his behavioural struggles, I was advised to hand-feed him. At the time, Amos was displaying some resource guarding tendencies. That in itself is not unusual — all dogs can guard resources. The theory was that if I [...]
Most of us say we want a “well-behaved” dog. What we usually mean is a dog who can cope with the world we live in. A dog who doesn’t jump all over guests, who can manage their excitement around other dogs, who tolerates grooming, and who settles calmly when [...]
So far today I have had 5 enquiries about puppy classes so I thought it was about time I reintroduced myself and while I was at it I’ve updated the list of the frequently asked questions to save my typing fingers :0) – for those of you who have followed [...]
Introducing a new puppy to an older dog – tips and tricks to help ensure everyone is happy.
Many of us were taught to pat dogs on the head, but for lots of dogs, a hand coming down over them can feel uncomfortable or even scary. 🙅♂️ Why Reaching Over a Dog’s Head Can Feel Bad to Them It can feel threatening• Dogs talk with body language• A [...]
Me and ‘the kids’ didn’t fancy traipsing across muddy fields today after all the rain yesterday, so we decided to head to one of our usual haunts — Studley Royal and Fountains Abbey. We thought we’d give you a bit of a rundown of what’s good, what’s not so good, [...]