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 Why Belgian Malinois Dogs DON’T Make Good Pets.   In recent years, there has been a surge in people buying Belgian Malinois as pets. However, this breed of dog, isn’t for the [...]

Pet Shock Collars – Are They Banned?   It seems incredulous to think that the UK has still not imposed a ban on these devices used to train animals – namely pet dogs. Proposed [...]

Should You Play Tug Games With Your Dog? There was a time when dog trainers suggested that playing tug games with your dog wasn’t a good idea. Many believe playing tug-o-war with dogs, may [...]

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 [...]

Secure Dog Fields – Safe Exercise For Dogs. Hiring out safely fenced fields can be a god send for many dog owners and it’s a welcome bonus for farmers too. Read our Holidays4Dogs [...]

Seizure Alert Dogs.   Dogs are far better at smelling scents than we are and this means they can carry out a range of impressive tasks, which benefit people in a great many ways. In this [...]

Canine Urban Agility.   Although not well known in the U.K, canine urban agility, or canine parkour, is a well known concept in the U.S and other countries. The idea certainly presents some [...]

5 Myths About Guide Dogs.   Guide dogs worldwide are specially trained to provide crucial assistance to people who have lost their sight. The first four guide dogs in Britain were trained in [...]

How Do I Stop My Dog From Biting the Lead? This is a common problem with puppies, but older dogs can also get into the habit of biting the lead when out for a walk. It’s a frustrating issue [...]

Can Dog Harnesses Encourage Pulling?   Dog harnesses have become popular dog pieces of dog walking equipment over the past decade – and for good reason. However, there is still a prevailing [...]