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How to Help Dog Separation Anxiety

It’s no secret that dogs are highly social animals. They thrive on companionship with humans and often feel more confident when we’re around. The downside is that we can't take them everywhere! Leaving our furry friends alone, even for just short ...

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What Are the Benefits of Allowing Dogs in the Workplace?

Having a workday filled with wagging tails and the pitter patter of paws on the floor is any dog lover’s dream. But allowing dogs in the workplace ...

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Dog Behaviour

What Smells Do Dogs Like & Dislike? A Pooch’s Point of View!

Hmm, what’s that distinctly unique odour I can detect? *Sniff sniff* Why, if it isn’t my favourite human! My canine sense of smell could recognize ...

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Adopting a Second Dog: A Happy Dog Expert Explains!

The social nature of dogs often leads families to assume their pooch will be even happier if they were to adopt a second dog. In some cases, this may ...

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Dog Behaviour

15 Interesting Facts About Jack Russell Terriers

Jack Russell Terriers may be small in size, but they have a huge personality! With boundless energy, keen intelligence, and cheeky charm, they’ve ...

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What is National Dog Day? Activities & Ideas to Celebrate

Even though we celebrate the love we have for our canine companions every day, National Dog Day gives us a wonderful opportunity to spend the whole ...

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What Emotions Do Dogs Feel? A Happy Dog Expert Explains!

All mammals—including humans and non-humans—feel a broad range of emotions, some of which are a lot more complex than others. But what about our ...

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What Foods Are Safe For My Dog? Planning a Pup Picnic

With summer social plans well underway, dining al fresco is a popular activity that lets us get the most out of the nice weather. But saying yes to ...

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How to Prevent Your Dog from Overheating in Summer

As much as we enjoy basking in the sun on a lazy afternoon, summer can be a dangerous time for our beloved pooches—at least if we’re not careful. ...

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Why Choose ADAPTIL Calm Collar?

Do dog calming collars actually work? We tend to hear this question crop up every now and then, and we get it! Pheromone dog collars can be a ...

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5 Ways a Human-Dog Bond Can Help Relieve A Dog's Anxiety

We know how much our canine companions can help brighten up our day, but do we do the same for our pups? Well, you’re in the right place to find out! ...

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What Do Different Dog Ear Positions Mean?

We humans aren’t very good at wiggling our ears—and believe us, we’ve tried. But do you know who doesn’t have that problem? Dogs! Our dogs have a ...

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Homemade & DIY Dog Treats to Keep Your Pup Cool in Summer

As we reach the peak of summer, it’s more important than ever to help your four-legged friend stay cool and comfortable in the heat. Unlike humans, ...

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How to Introduce Big & Small Dogs: A Pooch’s Point of View!

Well, who do we have here? A new pooch to introduce to the pack? They’re a little on the small side but let me give them a quick sniff. Yep, just as ...

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Happy Dog Expert: Canine Chronicles Part 1 – Puppy Development

Our dogs’ lives are made up of several developmental stages. In each of these stages, there are experiences – both positive and negative – that ...

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What is "Normal" Dog Behaviour?

Our beloved pooches are a lot more like people than you might expect. Where we humans have such a huge range of personalities and quirks, so do our ...

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Introducing Your Pup to Dog-Friendly Spaces

If you want to spend more time with your canine companion, dog-friendly places are a great way to do it! Taking your pooch to pet-friendly places ...

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15 Facts About Great Danes

Great Danes are known for being the big friendly giants of the pup world, and although their size is the first thing many people notice, these ...

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Why Do Dogs Bark? A Happy Dog Expert Explains!

Why do dogs bark? Well, barking is one of the many ways dogs communicate. In short, barking is part of a dog’s natural behaviour! However, sometimes ...

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Is There Such a Thing as Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds?

For many of us dog lovers, allergies can be a significant barrier to enjoying the canine companionship of a pooch. This is where you may have heard ...

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How to Care for Your Dog in Heat

There are quite a few misconceptions around dogs in heat, but how much do you really know on the subject? A dog in heat, also known as being in ...

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Why Does My Dog Chase Anything That Moves? A Pooch's Point of View!

It’s nearly time for the thing I’ve been looking forward to all day… my walk! I love going on walks—it gives me time to play and chase after toys, ...

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Healthy Treat Options to Help Calm Your Dog

If there’s one thing that really unites humans and dogs together, it has to be our shared love for treats! Well, that and our mutual appreciation for ...

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Helping Dogs & Children to Live Together: A Happy Dog Expert Explains!

For many years, it has been recognized that children benefit in numerous ways from living with dogs. For example, studies have shown a lower ...

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5 Amazing Stories About Guide Dogs

With International Guide Dog Day nearly upon us, what better way to celebrate these incredible animals than by shining a spotlight on some truly ...

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Decoding Your Dog's Body Language When Out and About

Many dogs love being outside—it’s a time when they can release all their energy and spend quality time with their human. However, some pups may be a ...

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Why Sleep Is Important for Dogs

We all know that our furry friends like to sleep and relax, especially if they’ve had a long walk or are tired from playing. You may often find your ...

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Dog Behaviour

How Sound Therapy Can Support Our Dogs

Sound therapy: do these two words immediately put you in mind of calm waves lapping at the shore, the gentle rustling of leaves in a forest, or the ...

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Dog Behaviour

The Importance of Sleep for Dogs: A Happy Dog Expert Explains!

Just as for people, rest and sleep are extremely important for dogs—they’re both vital for maintaining good health and emotional balance. In ...

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8 Must-Have Dog Walking Accessories

As every dog parent knows, taking your dog for a walk is often one of the best parts of the day. It’s a chance to bond, train, and even get some ...

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How to Help Your Dog Adapt to a Change in Routine

Change can be intimidating for anyone, even dogs! So, knowing how to support your pup when they experience a change in routine can be a huge help. ...

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Dog Behaviour

Some of the Smartest Dog Breeds in the World

Dogs have been humans’ best friends for thousands of years due to their loving charm and intelligence. Their ability to learn, understand ...

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What Is the Best Way to Reward Your Dog: Happy Dog Expert Explains

Rewarding your dog is one of the keys to successful learning! The most important thing is to find and know how to use your dog's motivation. Rewards ...

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How to Keep Your Dog Calm When Visitors Arrive

Does the thought of visitors calling in to your home leave you with a slight sense of dread? Not because of the guests themselves, but because your ...

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12 Things We Do That Our Dogs Hate: A Pooch's Point of View!

Woof! Welcome back, human friends. It’s great to speak to you again. You know I don’t like being the bearer of bad news, but there are some things ...

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Dog Behaviour

10 Ways That Dogs Show They Love Us

Although our unwavering love for our canine companions can be expressed through words, our pups can’t talk back to say they love us too. So, learning ...

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