We have all heard the theory of dog years, your dog is 6, so that means he is 42 in human years. But, is this theory correct and where did it come from? Someone took the average lifespan of a dog (10 years) and the Continue Reading →
It’s one of the questions most asked to vets, trainers and breeders… “How big will my puppy get?!” Some people will tell you to look at the size of their paws, however, the best way is to use a puppy weight calculator (jump to our Continue Reading →
We are sure there isn’t a dog on the planet who doesn’t peer up at you, with those wide puppy eyes, when you are eating your human food. If they are sneaky enough, they may get a lick, or you may give in and offer Continue Reading →
Making the decision to bring a new dog into your family’s life is a big decision. Your family’s life will change; to what extent will largely depend on your lifestyle and the breed you choose to be a part of it. There are some important Continue Reading →
Labradors are by far the most popular dog in America, topping American Kennel Club’s list of breed registrations for 29 consecutive years! First seen in Canada as the “St John’s Dogs,” Labs were used by Fishermen to haul in nets and help with their process. Continue Reading →
The most popular dog in Japan, the Shiba Inu is a proud and noble breed. With their famous dense sesame and red coat, this small dog is often mistaken for a fox and packs a lot of punch into their 30-pound body. Many prospective owners Continue Reading →
We have all heard the theory of dog years, your dog is 6, so that means he is 42 in human years. But, is this theory correct and where did it come from? Someone took the average lifespan of a dog (10 years) and the Continue Reading →
If you look at any peer-reviewed article around grass-eating in dogs, most of them state very early-on that, apart from dogs spending 3 to 4 minutes each day eating grass, very little is known about it. Most dog owners have seen their dog eat grass, Continue Reading →
Coprophagy is the technical way of saying a dog’s tendency to eat their own or other dog’s poop, and it is more common than you may think! Interestingly, in the 1940s and 60s studies on rats suggested that they eat their own poop due to Continue Reading →
The idea of dog socialization is to introduce your puppy to what the ever-changing world has to offer, in order for him to survive, thrive and adapt to new environments and circumstances. Just like humans, when your dog experiences something new, his brain is stimulated Continue Reading →
Running with your dog is a perfect opportunity to get fitter and spend more time working out, bonding with your dog. Not only does it increase the bond with your faithful friend, running improves the strength of a range of muscles, none more so than Continue Reading →
Bringing home a puppy is a wonderful and exciting experience; it’s also the best time to start their training. These first few weeks are filled with special achievements, development milestones and important bonding time. However, you are likely going to be faced by boisterous and Continue Reading →
