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Week 2 – Going out and coming back in the door
Another problem I have (and that I’m sure I share with other dog owners) is getting Bo in and out of the front door in a calm way. To have a dog who tries, or succeeds, to pull you out of the door before you get out poses two problems. Firstly, that he is starting [...]
Beef Porridge Balls
Beef Porridge Balls Ingredients 50g Porridge Oats 100ml beef stock (either water with half a stock cube or stock) Method Boil the beef stock and then add the oats. Cook for 5 minutes stirring every now and then. Cook until very stodgy. Leave to cool. Roll into bitesize balls and put in the freezer for [...]
Week 1 – Getting ready to go out.
So, the first thing that Bo is in desperate need to work on is his excitement at the prospect of going for a walk. From the moment I come downstairs he seems to know what is about to happen! We have a small hall and putting on shoes is a nightmare to do with a [...]
Bo’s Training Diary
Bo has never really been trained formally. This has led to his training being a little bit behind. However, with the help of books and sheer willpower, more on my side than Bo’s, I will try to make him into the perfect (or near enough) dog. I will write about the methods I use, what [...]
Pet Insurance
There are clear advantages and disadvantages to getting pet insurance. So, do you do it or not? Hopefully, this article will help explain them to you and help you make an informed decision. Advantages If your dog gets injured or falls ill and you cannot afford the vet bills, insurance will help you out. If [...]
Police Dogs in Action – London Riots
The recent London riots have highlighted the use of police dogs, and unfortunately the drawbacks for the dogs themselves. After the riots, it was announced that 5 dogs had been injured, along with over 100 police officers, of course, this number could be higher by now. All the dogs used in the riots were fantastically [...]
Surfing Dogs!
On the 5th of June 2011, the Loews Coronado Bay Resort Surf Dog Competition took place at Imperial Beach California. This competition is in its sixth year and dogs compete for 10 minutes after being divided up into three heats, small, medium and large dogs. Judges are concerned with confidence, long wave ride and fashion [...]
Dogs in cars
The law on dogs in cars is often confusing and not well known. Here is the law on dogs in cars as of 2011 in the UK and how to travel with your dog safely. There is no specific law on dogs in cars. However, the law states that a person must be in control [...]
Breed Profile – Border Collie
Before buying or adopting a puppy or dog of any breed it is important to know what breed is right for you. Here is a checklist; if you answer yes to all these questions you are a step closer to finding out whether a Border Collie is right for you. Do you have a house [...]
Breed Profile – German Shepherd
Before buying or adopting any puppy or dog of any breed it is important to know what breed is right for you. Here is a checklist, if you answer yes to all these questions; you are a step closer to finding out whether a German Shepherd is right for you. Do you have a house [...]