It’s now proven that jealousy is not just a human trait. Jealousy in dogs actually evolved to protect their social bond with their Master. Dogs do engage in what appears to be jealous behaviours but they are also seeking to break up the connection between the owner and a seeming rival. Our furry friends are motivated to protect … Continue reading Jealousy Not Just In Humans
Have you ever noticed your dog barking whilst sleeping? Many think the dog is dreaming or in discomfort or even pain. We’re often left thinking “what’s gotten into her?” and just assume something is wrong. The good news is that in most cases, there’s nothing to worry about. This is interesting because the dog’s brain is in some … Continue reading Why Dogs Bark When Sleeping
Even our furry friends can get the terminal illnesses that are sadly so prevalent amongst us humans. Dogs aged 10 years and over are second only to humans in the likeliness that they will be diagnosed with some form of cancer. Scientists at the University of Vienna in Austria have for the first … Continue reading New Treatment for Ill Dogs
It’s becoming well known that dogs help to alleviate stress and can even benefit your overall mood. The same can be said within a workplace environment too, and having a dog in your office can offer many benefits. It actually encourages a productive and collaborative work ethic as well as lowering stress levels and boosting … Continue reading Is it right to bring your pooch to the office?
In excess of 2 million Australians suffer from Asthma. This is alarming considering the medical advancements in the 21st Century, though there is good news. The family dog may help us in more ways than we know. Recent studies concluded that having a dog or cat in your home had meant better protection … Continue reading Dogs May Protect Children from Asthma
Did you know that the way you treat your dog can reflect on your personality?The vast breeds of dog from from working dogs to house dogs are all so very different in their nature, personality and character. Here are a few examples of what your dog’s breed says about you: Working Dogs: German Shepherds These … Continue reading What our Dogs Say about Us
The Dogs in Prison program is an unusual concept successfully implemented by NSW Corrective Services in 2002. The assistance program was created to train stray and unwanted dogs by prison inmates, with the primary objective of the program being to reduce the recidivism amongst prisoners as well as to enhance their skills to assist with … Continue reading Dogs in Prison
Sydney Morning Herald – Money Section 11 June 2014 Australians are a nation of animal lovers, with one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world. In fact, there are more pets than people in this country. So it’s not surprising pet care is big business. If you own a medium-sized dog, chances … Continue reading Man’s Best (and dearest) Friend
Lucy Starrat, first time staffy owner I first saw a photo of this handsome little boy on a breeder’s Facebook page on Sunday morning. The accompanying text read “our last blue staffy available for loving home on Friday enquire now, this boy won’t last long”. Within 24hours, frequent family discussions and a few back and forth … Continue reading The First Week with our Baby Blue Boy
Flavia B, Palm Beach QLD Click on the image to view Flavia’s profile Local doggy park & why its great? Mallawa Drive Sports Complex – There’s something about this spacious off-leash park that makes me feel comfortable and secure in letting the pups run around. Neighbours always have a smile on their face and love my … Continue reading Flavia B – June 2014
