When is a Walk More Than a Walk?
There is a lot more to a dog walk than just the act of walking. We discuss the different types of walks and why it is important to enable our dogs to experience a variety of them.
Category: Relationship with Your AD
Help! Demanding, High Energy Dogs 101
Help! I’ve got an overexcitable, high energy dog. It’s a nightmare! Sound familiar? You’re not alone. We’ve collated some tips to help manage that high energy, demanding dog!
Why Establishing & Maintaining Boundaries is Important
In any relationship, boundaries are essential for the happiness and safety of both parties. This applies to both humans and dogs. Dogs need boundaries in a variety of ways and for many reasons, which we explore in this post.
Training Tips: The Covid-19 Outbreak
It is obviously a very challenging time at the moment amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, with a lot of upheaval and change for most of us. This can be tough for dogs too, so here are some tips on how to make sure to keep them stimulated, calm and maintain their training.
Life with an AD, Warts & All
Life with an Assistance Dog is not all rainbows and unicorns. Phoenix Giraffa gives insight into the challenges of it, from the perspective of someone training their assistance dog.
Training Tips: When You’re Low On Energy
Being very low on energy is an all too common occurrence when you live with chronic physical and mental illness. Here are some tips for how to get that essential training done with your dog, despite your symptoms.
Training Tips: When You’re Short On Time
Some ideas for how to cram dog training into a busy schedule, without even having to really try! And bonus – by doing this, you can increase your bond with your dog and practise tricks and tasks in a variety of environments!
Consistency in Training
What is consistency in dog training and why is it so important in affecting the outcome of your training and the wellbeing of your dog? How does it relate to rules, boundaries and commands?
Separation Anxiety
What is separation anxiety in dog ownership? What are the signs of it, and how should it be managed? Why is this a particularly common issue with Assistance Dogs?