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Myths about Dominance Theory.   In this Holidays4Dogs article we will re-visit the subject of canine dominance theory when applied to raising and training pet dogs.  Thankfully, the idea of [...]

Do Dogs Have A Sense of Time? This is an interesting question and one which many dog owners wonder about, especially when they have to leave their dogs at home, in kennels, or with a dog carer.  [...]

The Hilarity of Hounds – Can Dogs Find Things Funny?    Research suggests dogs can express sounds of amusement, unique to their species – so, in their own way, dogs can probably [...]

The Mongrel Dog – A ‘Rare’ Breed?.    While it’s common to see crossbreed dogs – a mixture of just two different breeds – it’s more unusual to come [...]

How Reading To Dogs Can Help Children’s Literacy Skills.    Who would have known there could be a potential teaching assistant for your child, very close to home – in the form of your [...]

Could Your Dog Become a Therapy Dog?   Therapy dogs can be any size and any breed of dog – from a tiny Yorkshire terrier, to an Irish Wolfhound. What counts, is whether they are in suitable [...]

Animal Welfare Worldwide   Studies regarding the impact of human development on non-human animals, in this case – dogs – are few and far between. This Holidays4Dogs article will [...]

Renting with Pets – Where Do I Stand? Dogs provide a source of support that, many would argue, is comparable to that gained from human relationships. Dogs are regarded as family members. People [...]

How To Make a Dog-Friendly Home.   Years ago, it was commonplace for dogs to live outdoors in dog kennels. Nowadays our pet dogs live ‘as a family’ sharing the same indoor space with us, in [...]

Why Do Dogs Play?   It may seem like an odd question, ‘why do dogs play?’ but everyone certainly loves to watch their having fun. Young puppies, particularly, seem to get such [...]