Got yourself a pooch and a leash? Melanie Hearse talks to the experts about how to handle any problems that can happen when you go walkies. Nothing makes a dog’s tail and body say “oh boy, oh boy, oh boy” like bringing out the leash and getting them ready to go for a walk. […]
Kristie Bradfield looks back at the origin of pack theory and the role of the alpha dog. There was a time in recent history when becoming the alpha in your own familial pack was what a lot of dog owners aspired to. There were television shows about it, websites and YouTube channels devoted to it, […]
When a dog growls, this is bad, right? Katie Cincotta finds out why this common misconception isn’t necessarily true You don’t have to be Dr Doolittle to know that when a dog growls, it’s time to listen. Seasoned animal behaviourist Dr Joanne Righetti explains that growling is a canine vocalisation that communicates a dog’s intentions […]
Evette Wolf explores the gorgeous beaches, accommodation and activities that you can share with your furry friend on the stunning Kangaroo Island.
Kate Potter discovers what you should and shouldn’t be doing when it comes to training your pooch. There’s an old saying that can explain many behavioural problems dog owners find themselves dealing with: “the road to hell is paved with good intentions”. It sounds harsh, but there’s no denying that being a new dog owner […]
Delta Behavioural Trainer Karin Larsen Bridge from Get S.M.A.R.T. Dogs shares tips on keeping your dog active indoors and out through the winter months. Winter is a time when many people are inclined to slow down, stay indoors and take advantage of long cold nights in front of the fireplace. In the northern hemisphere, hibernation […]
Kylie Baracz discovers how you can teach your dog to respond to basic commands. You have brought home your new bundle of joy and have everything ready — their bed is warm and safe, there are plenty of toys and treats available and their leash is waiting at the door, ready for that first walk. […]
Most dog owners are confident they can read their dog’s mind or, at the very least, understand what he’s trying to say. But can you really? Or are you a victim of a doggy ‘myth-understanding’? Kate Potter discovers. Reading your dog’s body language and behaviour and separating myth from reality can make a big difference […]
Danielle Chenery hunts out the five best games to play with your pet and discovers that the simplest games are actually the best. One of the benefits of having a dog is forced exercise – it is almost impossible to live with a pooch and not take him or her for their daily exercise fix. […]
Dogs and kids go together like bees and honey, so Tim Falk investigates how you can ensure your children and your pooch get along For children all across Australia and around the world, growing up with a dog is one of life’s joys. Dogs bring love, companionship and an understanding of responsibility into a child’s […]
