Aggression is one of the most common problems that dog behaviourists are asked to deal with. Dogs behave aggressively for a variety of reasons, and while some will direct their aggression only towards other animals, others [...] more »
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The 3 Main Types of Barking and What to Do About Them
Bear these points in mind when dealing with the 3 bark types. Do not shout at your dog because it will think that you are simply sharing its excitement. It is best to ignore its barking for as long as you can and [...] more »
A Simple Yet Powerful Exercise to Control Dog Barking
It is natural for dogs to bark when they are excited, frustrated, bored or want to convey a warning when they are in ‘guard’ mode, so the arrival of visitors will often start a lot of noise. A barking dog is a u[...] more »
Teach Your Dog To Lie ‘Down’ in Three Easy Steps
As your dog gets older, train it to lie down while distracting activity is going on around it. If you can teach your dog to obey this command in such circumstances, you will be able to exert control over it if it tries to [...] more »
Three Lurcher Dogs Dumped Outside RSPCA Animal Hospital
Three lurcher dogs were dumped outside the RSPCA Putney Animal Hospital in London last night with a note saying their owners had been made homeless and could no longer care for them. The dogs were found by RSPCA staff at 10[...] more »
200 Top Classic Dog Names
Choosing a name for your dog can often prove harder than you may think. With your longed-for new pet now a lively barking reality, inspiration can desert you. In the Petsmiles Dog Name series we have gathered together more [...] more »
RSPCA Braces Itself for Another Busy Christmas
The RSPCA is preparing for another busy Christmas as staff on the frontline will continue to help animals while most people will still be opening their presents. Last year the RSPCA took more than 4,300 calls from the publi[...] more »
Lord Taylor Supports Dogs Trust Christmas Campaign at Westminster
Today the Minister responsible for Animal Welfare, Lord Taylor, met with Clarissa Baldwin, CEO of the UK’s largest dog welfare charity Dogs Trust, to urge members of the public to think twice before buying a puppy as a gift thi[...] more »
Teach Your Dog To ‘Stay’ in Three Easy Steps
Teach your dog to stay once it has learnt the ‘Sit!’ command. Attach a lead to the dog’s collar. Command the dog to sit, and then, holding the lead loosely, step away from it. Now give the command ‘S[...] more »
Training Your Dog to ‘Sit’ in Three Easy Steps
When your dog has learnt to obey the command ‘Come!’, it’s time to teach it to sit on command. It is possible to teach some dogs to do this simply by saying ‘Sit!’ and gently pushing down their[...] more »
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