“She’s never done that before, honestly!” “It happened out of nowhere, no one saw it coming.” “We’ve never laid a hand on her! Why would she turn on one of us like that?” These are just a few examples of the typical...
Have you every wished you could talk to your four-legged best friend? Perhaps you’ve longed to understand what she’s telling you when hangs her head or suddenly erupts in frantic barking? Turid Rugaas might just grant that wish. In her concise, albeit...
Breeders get a bad reputation, and sadly, it’s not hard to see why. Due to diverse histories, temperaments and drives, prospective dog owners occasionally opt for a purebred puppy. Suppose you already know which breed is right for you, what are your options?...
Many years ago, at the insistence of a highly experienced dog trainer at the local training club, I purchased a Halti Headcollar for my unruly, adolescent, large breed dog. He weighed a mere 33lbs (15 kg) less than I did, which the instructor didn’t appreciate...
Always eager to expose our dogs to new things, and desensitise them to novel situations, we were on the market for a muzzle. Having used Company of Animals products in the past, I was impressed with their ingenuity and ability to develop entirely fresh ideas on old...