News and wisdom for the dog obsessed.
When Councils Get Involved – What Dog Owners Need to Know. No dog owner wants to receive a letter—or worse, a knock at the door—informing them their dog has been reported to council. Whether the complaint is about barking, escaping, or concerning behaviour in public, it can feel upsetting and overwhelming.
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Recognising Early Signs of Aggression and Insecurity in Dogs. Dogs are incredibly expressive animals but often, their early signals of stress or discomfort go unnoticed until their behaviour escalates.
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What to Do When Your Child Acts Aggressively Toward Your Dog. Children and dogs can be the best of friends – but building that bond takes time, supervision and plenty of gentle guidance.
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Creating Safe Homes for Kids and Dogs: Why Dog Safety for Kids Matters. There's nothing quite like the excitement of a child spotting a dog – whether it's on the street, at a friend's house, or welcoming a new furry family member home.
Read MoreWillow’s Journey: From Anxious Puppy to Thriving Companion with DogTech When Willow, a 3-month-old Golden Retriever, joined her new family, they quickly realised that her behaviour would require some...
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When Koffy’s owner, Karen, first reached out to DogTech, her life had been turned upside down by fear and uncertainty. For almost four years, her dog’s biting and aggression escalated, leaving the...
Read MoreDog Training vs. Working with a Dog Behaviourist: What’s the Difference? When it comes to helping your dog thrive, the terms "dog trainer" and "dog behaviourist" are often used interchangeably — but...
Read MoreThere’s no shortage of advice when it comes to training your dog, but not all of it is helpful—or even accurate. Let’s clear up some common myths: Myth 1: Dominance is the Key to Training The idea...
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In our busy lives, it’s easy to forget that our dogs, like us, need time to recharge. While playtime, training and exercise are essential to a dog’s physical and mental health, ensuring they have...
Read MoreYou may be wondering if Puppy Daycare is the right option for your furry friend. The truth is, not all Puppy Day Care services are created equal! We explore the incredible behaviour benefits that...
Read MoreCrates have grown in popularity with dog behaviourists as a strategy to help your dog manage the space around them. However some people perceive the crate as cruel, unfair imprisonment or doggy jail!...
Read MoreMaintaining a perfect lawn with a new puppy in the family can be a challenge, even as your dog moves through its life stages from adolescence to adulthood, your lawn may be the victim of digging and...
Read MoreIs your dog scared of thunderstorms? Your pet is not alone because storm phobia is an incredibly common problem amongst dogs! Dogs are more sensitive than we are which makes them more prone to be...
Read MoreThinking about getting your first puppy? Although getting a puppy is exciting there are still a lot of things you have to consider before taking the plunge into puppy ownership. Here are 15 questions...
Read MoreSpecial events such as Australia day can be a very frightening time for dogs due to the sudden booms, vibrations and flashes of light that come along with firework displays. It’s that time of year...
Read MoreYour dog's diet is something that you should always be mindful of. Why? It has both long and short-term impacts on the health of your pet. Building a balanced diet is not something that occurs...
Read MoreRoutine interactions Puppies can be confused very quickly, which is why it is important that interactions with your new puppy are consistent and routine. It’s essential that all members of the family...
Read MoreIt's nearly that time of year again – when households around Australia are preparing for the festivities! From roast dinners and fresh seafood lunches to all the sweets and sides in-between, the...
Read MoreProper dog training becomes even more important when you own a big breed of dog. Your cute puppy will quickly grow into a heavy object and a powerful force, so instilling good behaviour from a young...
Read MoreWith the Summer holiday season nearly upon us, dog owners Australia wide will have more time to spend with their pets, exposing them to more environments. The seasonal period will also see many...
Read MoreThe wonderful month of Summer is now fast-approaching, and to celebrate we recently teamed up with Bupa Pet Insurance and contributed to their post on ‘Fun Things to Do with Your Dog This Summer’....
Read MoreThe excitement and anticipation of bringing home a new puppy can be almost overwhelming! You have picked a new member of your home, bought a shiny collar and are thinking of the prefect name. But...
Read MoreMoving can create a lot of stress for your dog. Reassuring routines get upended. Your dog’s keenly guarded territory gets changed. There are new people, new surroundings, and for a while they may get...
Read MoreMedical or behavioural issues may not be immediately obvious when you adopt a rescue dog, but its important to be aware of the possibilities so you can deal with them effectively, and build a happy,...
Read MoreIf you own a large breed of dog, you’ll be well aware of how quickly their powerful jaws can destroy almost any dog toy you give them. In recent years, many toys have been developed especially to...
Read MoreWhile there are good options for housing your furry friend while you’re away on holiday, don’t discount the possibility of taking her with you on your adventure. With You can now find pet-friendly...
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