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dog training
Training trouble? Five specific beliefs or approaches to dog training you might not realise are negative reinforcement
Most dog owners know that positive reinforcement training is the most effective approach to teaching dogs, and even those that don’t know the name for the training ethos they use... Read more...
pet stories
Funny tails: 17 hilarious pet stories that will brighten your day
Only your furry friends can make you laugh this hard! We love our pets for a whole bunch of reasons. They give us cuddles. They’re adorable. They keep us active.... Read more...
Sophie 3
Country Collar Club 31st January 2021
By Andrew, Country Collar Club owner, 31st January 2021 I stumbled across a quote that made me stop and really think about it’s meaning the other day. “A dog is... Read more...
microchipping cats
Cat microchipping could become compulsory in England next year after consultation with vets
Government launches consultation to find out the opinions of vets, cat owners and members of the public. Inews reports that compulsory microchipping for cats could be introduced in England next... Read more...
animal rescue
Homeless man runs into burning animal shelter to save 16 dogs and cats
A homeless man put his own life at risk to run into a burning animal shelter and rescue 16 dogs and cats. Metro reports that Keith Walker, 53, kept his... Read more...
Tortoise sex
My unexpected working-from-home problem? The noise from my husband's oversexed tortoises
Before hibernating, these reptilian Casanovas have been at it like there’s no tomorrow. Now I’m having to lie to my colleagues about the sound. After the eerie silence of lockdown,... Read more...
brexit
Pet travel after Brexit: What the rules are for pet owners travelling to Europe when transition period ends
From 1 January, people travelling from the UK with pets and assistance dogs will need to ensure they have an animal health certificate. Inews reports that as the end of... Read more...
Giant dog is 14 stone and 6ft 5 inches tall - but he hasn’t stopped growing yet!
Meet Marley the Russian bear dog – he weighs 14st and stands at 6ft 5inches but is still growing. Metro reports that the two-year-old pooch lives with his owners Nigel Carver, 63, and partner, Linda Bowley, 60, in a small cottage in Ilkeston, Derbyshire. He’s already taller than both of them when he stands on his hind legs and needs six mile walks per day. They have estimated that in just 12 months, they’ve walked the distance between Land’s End to John O’Groats three times. Marley’s daily diet consists of... Read more...
animal rights
American biker destroys dog fight rings and rescues animals from violent owners
You might say Angels doesn’t look pretty, about these tattooed bikers, however they saved countless animal lives all over the country. Hamrokhaber reports that they set up an organization, Rescue... Read more...
Dog Care
Coronavirus: Planning for your dog’s care if you become ill with Covid-19
While some members of the population are more at risk of becoming seriously ill with Covid-19 than others, it is still a virus that anyone can catch, and which can... Read more...
Dog Treats
Give a dog a bone? What are the most popular dog treats in the UK 2021 - and why?
Virtually every dog owner gives their dog treats of some form at some point, whether that be commercially bought dog treats, homemade ones, or table scraps, and the majority of... Read more...
human faces
Dogs’ brains ‘not hardwired’ to respond to human faces
Study of brain activity shows no difference when dogs see back or front of a head.Dog owners might love their pet’s endearing puppy dog eyes and cute furry features, but... Read more...