Dog Training Australia

Deciding to adopt a dog can be a huge decision for many families. Adopting can mean getting a dog posted for adoption by friends   or complete strangers. Most of the time, it means going to the shelter. For many dogs that have had perhaps a ruff start to life, it’s a new beginning. Adopting a dog means you’re helping them start a new life, introducing them to things they might or might not have experienced before, like domestic environment, socialisation, and training. And this is a win-win situation! You’ll also benefit from this good deed you’re about to do....

Congratulations on getting a new fur baby! Having a puppy by your side is both a happy and challenging feat, as they need a lot of training as much as play time. It’ll require your and every family member’s time and patience, consistent efforts, and some training tools along the way. Puppy training can be overwhelming at the start as they have so much to learn, but don't worry! There are a lot of tips you can follow. These tips will help you in navigating puppy training so that your new pet becomes a happy and healthy member of your...

Socialisation offers many benefits to your dog (and to you), and one of the most important is how to behave well when surrounded by unfamiliar things, people, and dogs or other animals in various settings.  And just like dog training, socialising your dog requires a lot of patience and effort too! To help you plan and spice up your social outings with your dog, here are some of the best ways to socialise your dog. Best Ways to Socialise Your Dog Introduce them to other people, things, and places To get them used to the idea of people, who are...

Being a fur parent means you have to know the risks and benefits of spaying or neutering your dog. Aside from other aspects of their life such as training, nutrition, and grooming, their sexual maturity must be taken into consideration too. Your dog’s mating behaviour affects them big time. Neutering and/or spaying isn’t only to stop them from reproducing, it also provides many health and behavioural benefits for your dog, and for you! Here are the essential things you need to learn when spaying or neutering your dog.  How does spaying/neutering work? Spaying When your female dog is spayed, a...

Allergies are common in dogs, and because they're unable to express the symptoms they are feeling, you and your physician work together to identify the problem and determine the best allergy treatment. Every dog is unique, and just like dog training, you need to assess what products and treatment is best for them and their lifestyle. In case of allergy treatment, you need to properly determine what allergens triggered an allergic response to get the best effective anti-allergy solution. Here are important things you need to know about dog allergies and how you can manage them. Types of Allergies in...

Pain associated with joint issues like arthritis is often subtle and barely noticeable.  All dogs require regular care throughout their lives to keep their joints healthy and robust. The way their body ages depends on lifestyle choices including a healthy diet, training, and exercise. Their joints become damaged and strained from a lifetime of activity and this can result in arthritis.  But what is arthritis in dogs, and how can you prevent and manage it? Here are essential things to know to help your dog avoid arthritis, or help them recover from it. What is Arthritis in Dogs? Arthritis in...