Not quite sure if your pooch needs a little discipline, or the help of an expert behaviourist? Mel Hearse chats to the experts and finds out whether dog psychology can help your four-legged friend. With the growing popularity of shows like Cesar Millan, there’s clearly belief in the value of doggie psychology, but as it’s […]
Looking for a new dog training activity for your active and inquisitive pooch? Tim Falk profiles five new and exciting dog sports. Dock diving Does your pooch love swimming? Is he full of beans and does he love retrieving? If you answered yes to these questions, the sport of dock diving could be for you. […]
If you’ve ever observed your four-legged friends’ behaviour and thought “Huh?” you’re not alone. Danielle Chenery decodes some of this dog behaviour. Howling Dogs can howl for a lot of reasons, but the most common are as a response to similar sounds such as alarms and sirens, to communicate with other dogs, or because of […]
Looking for a new activity for your active and inquisitive pooch? Tim Falk profiles five new and exciting dog sports. Dock diving Does your pooch love swimming? Is he full of beans and does he love retrieving? If you answered yes to these questions, the sport of dock diving could be for you. Also known […]
Are dog parks good for all dogs all of the time? Delta behavioural trainer Karin Larsen Bridge, from Get S.M.A.R.T (Successful Motivation And Reward Trained) Dogs, looks at the pros and cons of the off-lead dog park and if its right for you and your dog. When off-lead dog parks first started appearing several years […]
It is a dog owners worst nightmare; the sound of wheels screeching to a halt followed by a distinct, painful yelp. Prevent your dog from becoming the next roadside accident with some road rules for dogs. Dog are smart when it comes to fetching slippers, predicting a thunderstorm or looking sheepish when the sandwich you […]
Facts Watchdog qualities: OES are alert and protective but never aggressive. Their deep, resonant and unusual bark can be quite frightening and definitely a deterrent to anybody thinking of breaking into your home. Personality: Old English Sheepdogs are fun-loving, boisterous, friendly, intelligent and protective. OES are strong-willed but eager to please. Early, firm and consistent […]
This article first appeared in the September/October 2008 issue of Dogs Life. From competition obedience to fly-ball and sled-dog racing, canine sports are more popular today than ever before. However, as exciting as these sports are, they can cause serious injury to dogs. Caroline Zambrano discovers the types of injuries that can occur and how […]
This article originally appeared in the May/June 2008 issue of Dogs Life.Today in Africa, hunting of wildlife is heavily restricted. Many of the gazelles, oryx and other deer-like creatures of the desert have had their numbers greatly reduced by shooting parties. A thriving bushmeat trade continues illegally, and hunting tusked animals for ivory still continues. […]
This article first appeared in the May/June 2008 issue of Dogs Life.A massage, whether it be relaxing or therapeutic, is just as indispensable for our four-legged friends as it is for their human owners. Renata Gortan looks at how your pet can benefit from a professional touch. A massage is a wonderful thing; it can […]
