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Are Dogs Really As Clever As We Think?   A study by researchers from the University of Exeter and Canterbury Christchurch University, calls into question emerging ideas about the [...]

Do Dogs Watch Television?   Have you ever seen your dog watch the television?  In this Holidays4Dogs article we take a look at whether dogs really can see television images and if so, what [...]

When Do Puppies Grow Up?   Many people with hyper puppies must sometimes wonder how long that whirlwind puppy stage lasts. How long does the whirling dervish- chewing-pooping-in-the-house [...]

Food Guarding in Dogs. Food guarding, (or resource guarding), is one of the more common problems that can occur with family dogs. Fortunately, in most cases, it is relatively easy to address. [...]

Why Does My Dog Yawn?   Yawning is not just a sign of tiredness in pet dogs. Many experts believe it is a much more sophisticated form of canine communication. Read our Holidays4Dogs article [...]

Build Your Dog A Digging Pit.   Digging is something all dogs love to do. It’s a natural behaviour, but it can sometimes be at odds with our love of gardens. In this Holidays4Dogs [...]

Enrichment For Dogs – How to Create an Enriching Environment for Your Dog.   Environmental enrichment in the lives our pet dogs is an important part of responsible ownership. The [...]

Choosing a Dog Trainer.   At Holidays4Dogs we publish a lot of helpful articles on training and other dog related subjects. We often recommend the assistance of a good dog trainer to help [...]

Can Dogs Get Angry?   Recent studies have shown that dogs can experience a range of emotions. Since it is now thought dogs can feel happiness, sadness, joy and grief – why should they [...]

Understanding Dog Reactivity.   You might have seen a dog in the neighbourhood barking and lunging on the end of the lead. Or, perhaps, even your own dog engages in this behaviour? Either [...]