Dog Training Australia

The Role of Exercise in Canine Health: Finding the Right Balance for Your Dog's Needs

Posted by Jackie Ly on Jun 03, 2024
dog playing fetch outside

The Role of Exercise in Canine Health: Finding ...

Jackie Ly

Just like humans, dogs thrive on regular exercise, but the right balance is key to avoid injury and other health issues. As a responsible...

Just like humans, dogs thrive on regular exercise, but the right balance is key to avoid injury and other health issues. As a responsible pet owner, understanding the nuanced role of exercise in your canine companion's life is paramount. From bounding through open fields to leisurely strolls around the block, each stride shapes their health journey.  Here, we'll explore how much exercise your dog needs for a happy, healthy life. Let's find that perfect balance that suits your pup's individual needs and discover what keeps them  feeling their best through staying active!

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Effective Techniques for Teaching Recall: Ensuring Your Dog Comes When Called

Posted by Jackie Ly on May 08, 2024
dog running outside

Effective Techniques for Teaching Recall: Ensur...

Jackie Ly

Knowing that your dog reliably comes when called gives you peace of mind. Whether you're at the park, in your backyard, or just around...

Knowing that your dog reliably comes when called gives you peace of mind. Whether you're at the park, in your backyard, or just around the house, having a strong recall can protect your dog from potentially dangerous situations. Here we'll explore effective techniques for teaching recall, focusing on strategies that involve the whole family to maximise success. By implementing these methods and practising regularly, you can instil a reliable recall in your dog and enjoy the freedom of knowing they'll always come when called.

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Senior Dog Care: Tips for Keeping Your Aging Companion Healthy and Happy

Posted by Jackie Ly on May 03, 2024
owner hugging her big white dog sitting on the sofa

Senior Dog Care: Tips for Keeping Your Aging Co...

Jackie Ly

Think about the unconditional love your dog has shown you over the years you’ve spent together. The joy, loyalty, and laughs they brought to your life. Now that they're in...

Think about the unconditional love your dog has shown you over the years you’ve spent together. The joy, loyalty, and laughs they brought to your life. Now that they're in their senior years, you want to take care of them twice as much as you have already done.  Changes in their body and their moods will happen, but your loyalty stays and you love them just as much. Loving them and showing you love them will take more effort than before, but with the right information and research, you’ll do fine! Here we listed helpful tips on keeping your senior dog healthy...

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Overcoming Behavior Challenges: Strategies for Dealing with Aggression, Anxiety, and Fear in Dogs

Posted by Jackie Ly on Apr 30, 2024
dog after mischief biting toilet paper lying on couch at home

Overcoming Behavior Challenges: Strategies for ...

Jackie Ly

Fear and anxiety are normal, adaptive responses for dogs. There will be things they’ll get afraid of, or things they’re already scared of, and...

Fear and anxiety are normal, adaptive responses for dogs. There will be things they’ll get afraid of, or things they’re already scared of, and during their formative years, you’ll be the one helping your dog navigate through moments of fear and anxiety. That is to prevent any bad behaviour from escalating, leading to aggression. But sometimes, there are instances when your dog's anxiety or fear goes unnoticed, like when they’re in a new environment, or when they encounter a phobia you didn’t know they had.  Because of these missed opportunities, they continue to encounter their stressors repeatedly, without you knowing. That's how...

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The Importance of Mental Stimulation for Dogs: Keeping Their Minds Sharp and Active

Posted by Jackie Ly on Apr 24, 2024
a dog playing with a slow feeder

The Importance of Mental Stimulation for Dogs: ...

Jackie Ly

As a dog owner, you want your dog to stay healthy and live a long life. That’s why you properly and consistently train them,...

As a dog owner, you want your dog to stay healthy and live a long life. That’s why you properly and consistently train them, feed them good food, give them their basic needs, and exercise them regularly. But, there’s one thing you’re forgetting: their mental health is equally important! If you see them lying all day or sleeping most of the time and you think that’s all they need, nu-uh! Dogs can only engage in so many activities on their own. They’re waiting for you to do engaging activities with them, or give them mentally stimulating toys they can play...

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Holistic Approaches to Dog Health: Integrating Nutrition, Exercise, and Mental Wellness

Posted by Jackie Ly on Apr 23, 2024
woman with her dog playing outdoors

Holistic Approaches to Dog Health: Integrating ...

Jackie Ly

Your dogs are your joy, and you want them to be as happy and as healthy as they can be. You take them to...

Your dogs are your joy, and you want them to be as happy and as healthy as they can be. You take them to the vet, feed them, and exercise with them, but the path to optimal health often extends far beyond routine vet visits and basic care regimens. You have to see your dog as a whole. That's what holistic dog care does. It goes beyond conventional medicine to embrace natural remedies, alternative therapies, and lifestyle adjustments tailored to your dog's unique needs.  

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