Book Club: Why I’m so Fascinated by the Canine Mind
For 14 years I had a beautiful white Cockapoo named Connor, a loyal friend and fur kid who kept me company through the day as I worked and never let me out of his sight. I viewed our life together…
Dog Anxiety
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6 Ways To Help Dogs With Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety is one of the biggest talking points between dog owners. Indeed, it’s also one of the biggest factors in dogs being given up for rescue – we know this first-hand through research by dogsblog.com. So, what can you…
Is My Dog Bored? (3 Simple Tests Every Dog Owner Should Try)
It’s a troubling thought if you’ve ever wondered – is my dog bored? Is my dog getting enough out of the life I provide for them? Is my dog bored of me? A terrifying thought for our ego to cope…
How To Recognise And Reduce Anxiety In Your Dog
With anxiety accounting for 70% of canine behavioural disorders, there is no doubt that it is a big problem in the canine world. And, with the pandemic disrupting our daily routines, the past 18 months have caused many dogs (as…
Can You Help Your Anxious Dog With Good Nutrition?
Good nutrition is important for so many reasons, as a high-quality diet can support every part of the canine body, helping your pooch to lead a long and healthy life. However, more recently there has been an increasing amount of…
6 Proven Ways To Help Your Dog Cope With Fireworks
As a pet owner, when it reaches mid-October your internal clock start telling you to prepare for fireworks. No longer do we just hear or see them at organised events, nor on specific days of the year, fireworks can last…
Separation Anxiety in Dogs: 5 Myths You Need to Know About
Separation anxiety is not only a common problem faced by many dog owners, it’s also one of the most misunderstood conditions. As the owner of a dog who suffers from separation anxiety, we have first-hand experience of how challenging it…
22 Golden Dog Training Rules Every Owner Should Know
All of us dog owners can identify with that moment where our dog does something that, frankly, we really wish they wouldn’t. Millions, no, billions are spent and earned around the world as a result of dog owners who simply…
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[Answered] Why Do Dogs Chew Their Own Feet & Legs?
Why do dogs chew their own feet? If you've ever witnessed your own dog cause themselves significant stress or physical harm as a result of self-inflicted actions, you'll know that our canine friends can sometimes be the cause of concern and worry when they develop a behaviour pattern that is self-destructive.
Why Do Dogs Lick Their Lips? The Answer Is Surprising
Ever wondered why dogs lick their lips? The scientific answer explains that dogs lick their lips as a way of communicating stress. How scientists learned this lip licking info is fascinating.
How to Keep Your Dog Happy at Home
As stay at home orders continue and we try and make the best of being at home without going stir crazy, our canine companions are doing the same. At the Victoria Stilwell Academy or VSA, we’ve been helping people and…
Could a Sleepover Be the Answer to Your Dog’s Anxiety?
Many dogs suffer from anxiety in some form or another. Sometimes a dog’s breed can play a role, sometimes their age, and sometimes it stems from circumstances and background. What bonds these dogs together is usually their owner’s desire to…
Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Separation anxiety is one of the biggest problems dogs face. Most people lead a lifestyle which involves leaving the dog alone for varying amounts of time. But that goes against everything a dog stands for – the pack, strength in…
Does Your Dog Suffer With Anxiety? If So, They Could Be in Pain Too
Dogs which show fear or anxiety when faced with loud or sudden noises should be routinely assessed for pain by veterinarians, after scientists in the UK and Brazil uncovered a link between the two in a new study. The scientists,…
Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs
Separation anxiety is a common problem in dogs which has divided expert opinion of the causes behind the behaviour for many years. The situation can become dramatic when the owners leave, resulting in chewed carpets, remote controls, dog beds etc,…