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Puppy socialisation shouldn’t be a free for all – here’s why

Aug 22, 2022

There are many puppy playgroups and puppy parties that occur. If you’re thinking of attending one it is important to ask what experience the organiser has of canine body language, to ensure that every puppy is having a good time. Moreover, how many people are...

Why should you bother enrolling on to puppy classes?

Aug 3, 2020

Welcoming a new puppy home can be an exciting time but also an overwhelming one! Dr Google has a mind field of information (a lot of it is outdated and inaccurate and can actually cause long term damage and/or suggest methods that suppress current challenges leading...

How to stop puppies needle sharp teeth from hurting you

Jul 16, 2020

Why do puppies mouth and nip? Puppies explore the world with their mouths. They need to learn and we need to teach them that our hands are not play-things (it hurts!) and any contact with our skin results in the fun stopping. Puppies are teething and their teeth will...

How to socialise your new puppy

Jul 6, 2020

What is socialisation? There is a critical socialisation period is thought to be 3- 12 weeks. During this window of a time it’s imperative that a puppy has been carefully exposed to a range of different experiences in a controlled and managed way. Socialisation refers...

Reasons why puppies cry and how to help them

Jul 1, 2020

Crates Crates are helpful in providing a safe space for your dog. It’s important that it is a safe space and not a confinement or time out area. A crate needs to be somewhere the dog enjoys hanging out in – pop a blanket in there, and their toys and leave the door...

Tips on how to keep your puppy safe in your home

Jun 28, 2020

You have a new puppy! This is an exciting time but a huge responsibility. Here are some tips on puppy proofing your home: The Kitchen Make sure your puppy isn’t unsupervised in the kitchen as they may jump up on chairs and head towards the table with food on or on...

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