Do you ever find your dog not responding to your training commands? Maybe you are saying too much? Let's break it down in this episode on how to create a 'less is more' scenario in your training. Keep it simple, keep it short, keep it FUN!
We are on the eve of our first meet up of 'Man's Best Friends'.
This scheme is designed to get men walking and talking to squash the stigma of not being able to open up about mental health, worries and anxieties.
There has been a lot of interest in this scheme so lets go for it! Every tree grows from an acorn right?
Always FREE. Always supportive. Always here.
In this together..always!xx
We are joined in this episode by our team member Hannah who gives us an insight into her first 8 months of working within our dog crazy team. Every day is different whether this means cleaning up a poo roller, a muddy puddle dipper, crazy weather or just being surrounded by lovable dogs. Hannah wouldn't have it any other way.. apart from the fox poo enthusiasts. Hannah, you're a true asset to Fetch.. dogs rule!
Welcome to our 50th episode of The Fetch Pupcast. This episode is a time of reflection, happiness, sadness and education as we remember the lovable Cooper. As requested by his mumma Marie, stay tuned on some tips for dog CPR should you ever need to give your dog any health care assistance. Cooper, thank you for the memories big man. Run free at rainbow bridge..stay muddy! Love ya xx
Although dogs and cats are often portrayed as enemies, if introduced carefully, they can actually get on extremely well. If either pet or both have lived with the other in a previous home, then the introduction process is likely to be easier. However it is still a good idea to take things slowly by following this advice – a gentle introduction is far safer than a rushed one, and will hopefully result in both pets becoming good friends.
If your dog follows you everywhere then you’ll know what it’s like to be tailed by a familiar four-legged shadow around your house, whether you’re moving from room to room, cooking in the kitchen or even using the bathroom. Having a constant companion can be comforting, endearing or sometimes downright annoying, but why does your dog follow you everywhere and is it normal?
Our dogs are often seen as part of the family, and saying goodbye to them can be an extremely tough and emotional time. Please rest assured that there's pet bereavement support out there to help, from knowing the right time to grieving after the death of your pet. Tune in as we discuss some ways to navigate through your emotions at this challenging time.
Few things are more exciting in life than the birth of a new baby. It’s a special time for everyone involved, but it can be stressful too – especially if you have pets. Tune in on how to prepare your dog for the arrival of your new baby, and how best to introduce them when the time comes.
Just like humans use their voices, dogs bark for many different reasons. Some are somewhat useful, like warning an intruder or asking to go out to the toilet. But other reasons like barking for attention can get annoying pretty quickly. Tune in for some easy to follow methods to help make your life more 'woof' free
Some dogs may prefer the safety of their own home, and aren't always comfortable in new environments. Others may be frightened by the sound and vibrations of the motor, or recall that the last time they were in a car, they ended up at the veterinary clinic.
Wherever their phobia comes from, you can help them to associate your car with positive experiences. A little time, patience, and a lot of treats can help your dog learn to enjoy car rides ― or at least tolerate them a little better.
Many dogs jump up and grab their leash at the word “walk” with wagging tails and excited faces. But some dogs don't seem as thrilled to go on a leashed adventure. Why is this? And how do you convince a dog to walk if they don’t want to? Stay tuned into this episode for tips and advice on how to get those paws walking in the forward direction.
There are certain times during the development of your puppy’s brain when they are totally accepting of new things, and when you can help them become the friendly and outgoing companion you’ve always dreamed of, without the fears and phobias so many dogs go on to develop as they get older. Managing these early encounters and situations well will be important for your dog’s behaviour and your future life together.
Leash reactivity is an intense response to a trigger that some dogs have when they’re on leash. This type of barking and lunging at the presence of another dog, person, biker, or skateboarder is the most common kind of reactivity, but the behaviour can include other types of over-arousal, including spinning/tail-chasing or urination/defecation. Stay tuned to this episode for tips and advice on how to work with this particular training need.
Barking is natural for dogs, but sometimes barking can be a thing of excess, which can lead to frustrated owners, and sometimes neighbours. Generally, excessive or nuisance dog barking involves a dog repeatedly barking for prolonged periods of time that interfere with neighbors engaging being able to enjoy their own property. Everyone’s definition of what “excessive barking” is will look different but if you have a dog who is barking excessively there are things you can do to bring peace to your dog and quiet to your home.
