An unusual encounter with a middle aged Terrier back in the Summer of 1998 gave me an interesting insight in to the dog body language of shaking / or shivering dogs. I set my gaze on this small, but friendly dog and observed as she stood shaking, as if petrified or very cold. At first glance it was my assumption
We have lived with dogs for over 14,000 years, writes Simon Foden. As pets, protectors, farm hands, hunters and transport, but without dogs, the inspiration to change the world, the courage to fight and win battles and the people who made the most difference would have been missing. Read on and be amazed at just how many times the humble
What happens when your dog loses the ability to control his bowel movements? What do you do when you realise that your well-trained life companion who has been potty trained for years all of a sudden starts urinating and defecating all over the house? Well instead of punishing your dog and making matters worse, you may want to look into
Looking to shed a few pounds? Enjoy the prospect of working alongside a personal trainer with a wet nose and a waggy tail? Look no further for our top 20 fitness tips for you and your dog! 1) Doga! All the benefits of Yoga, suppleness, flexibility and muscle toning and dogs can join in too. Take your dog with you
Hip dysplasia in dogs is one of the more common joint health problems suffered by dogs of many different breeds and affecting animals of varying ages and activity levels. Hip dysplasia, when properly diagnosed, doesn’t mean the end of your dog’s active lifestyle but careful management and observing mobility factors is required. In this article we’ll examine the impact of
Katie Price grew up in the seaside town of Brighton in Sussex. Becoming a glamorous model was far from Katie’s mind whilst she was at school. Her stunning figure did not develop until she reached her sixteenth birthday. She remembers, “I was totally flat-chested at school”. The decision to start modelling came after a friend suggested she have some photographs
Man’s best friend is famous, of course, for his devotion, unconditional love and natural predisposition toward human affection. But for many owners, a little more insight on how to strengthen the bond with their canine friend can certainly reap rewards. Behaviour expert Linda Robins A.P.D.T. explains how to get an even closer relationship with your dog. When choosing a puppy
It’s not easy finding love in the 21st century, thanks to hectic work schedules and lack of sleep, writes Ellie Akhgar. Finishing your day at five and popping off to a bar in the hope that you will meet your future partner may even seem a bit of a chore. This is a common scenario: you notice someone that attracted
