Hi Jo. The trick is to introduce distractions super gradually. When you do, make all the other factors of what you are doing easier at first, and...
Just a gentle heads up that dominance theory, or the idea that dogs are aggressive because they think they are 'in charge' has actually been...
Many people will have problems with their Labrador's behaviour at one point or another. These can usually be overcome with information, patience...
Chocolate here! (Surrey, UK) :)
So sorry to hear your lad is unwell - do let us know how things are going - we are here if you need any support ❤️ Sammie
Hi Debbie, how very stressful for you. So... safety first, for whatever reason, you've correctly spotted that your dog isn't safe around children....
This is really just down to personal choice! If you're teaching a 'heel' cue then technically that will apply regardless of whether you're using a...
Hi Carys - thank you for the update - it's good to hear that some of the anxiety re kidneys has been resolved. This still sounds really exhausting...
Hi Joe - welcome! Just to add to Sarah's excellent advice... I would aim to keep your new recall cue a secret, from anyone who doesn't want to...
Hi Scott and Morgan. Glad to hear you enjoyed Pippa's article - I will pass that feedback on to her ❤️. There are specialist raw food suppliers...
Hi Carys. I would be a bit more pushy about asking questions of your vet - and if you aren't getting the answers you need, I suggest getting a...
Hi Matthew. There are lots of different causes of hair loss, so the best thing is to get her checked over by her vet. I do hope they are able to...
Hi Chocopupmum - so sorry to hear you're having to deal with this. I agree with 5labs - vet check first and foremost, and it's a good idea keep...
Hi there. Sorry to hear your dog is struggling with allergies. I'm afraid we do recommend you ask your vet this question - if you don't feel...
Unfortunately the only real solution to this is a management, rather than a training, one. Which is to say.... you need to pick a 'Jenny space'...
Hi Lisa. What an awful shock for you. How is your girl doing now? As Edp says, these things don't always have a clear cause. It sounds like you...
Hi Melanie. First up, there is nothing selfish about wanting your own four legged friend! We tend to suggest waiting at least a year between...
You're most welcome :). Formal exercise is leash work, fetch, walks, etc - anything where she exercises at your instigation rather than hers....
Maybe we should pick our own? :) I suggest... "an appetite of Labradors" :D
8 hours is a reasonable goal for night time at this age, so she's waking a little earlier than we'd expect. This article has some tips that might...
