Helpful Articles & Resources

Study highlights the importance of puppy socialisation and dog training

A new study, undertaken in the UK on behavioural reasons for deaths in dogs under three years of age, has found that a staggering 33.7% of deaths was linked to undesirable behaviour problems. It highlights the importance of puppy socialisation and dog training in preventing early euthanasia. The study, conducted …

29 July, 2018

by Caroline Clark

Cats Suffer From High Blood Pressure Too

At 7 years of age and above, most cats are still playful and may appear youthful but there is an increasing risk of feline age-related problems developing. Hypertension (often referred to as high blood pressure) is a medical condition that most humans have heard of. But did you know that …

4 June, 2018

by Caroline Clark

Dog First Aid – Adder Bites

Now that it’s spring and the weather is warming up, most of us will be planning some lovely long walks with the dog. Whilst out and about, it’s possible to come across an Adder basking in the sunshine as they emerge from their hibernation dens. But would you know what …

17 April, 2018

by Caroline Clark

Sharing a Healthy Life with Your Dog

Keeping in good shape mentally and physically makes sense for all of us and sharing a healthy life with your dog means that you can live life well together. Obesity is not only a human problem. In fact, according to the Kennel Club, between 30 and 60% of all dogs …

26 March, 2018

by Caroline Clark

Are Dogs Like Us?

Working as a canine behaviour counsellor means that I often have to help people understand why their dogs react or behave in a particular way. Attributing human emotions can be unhelpful Often misunderstandings arise because owners ascribe human emotions to their dogs and this can be unhelpful. The term for …

22 February, 2018

by Caroline Clark

Feline Behaviour – Why Does My Cat………?

All cats are individuals and have their own personality types. However there are a number of common behaviours that most cats exhibit. Knowing what some of these are and what they mean helps us understand and appreciate them just that bit more. As a feline behaviour counsellor, here are some …

12 February, 2018

by Caroline Clark

Top tips for keeping elderly dogs mentally stimulated

Just like humans, as dog’s age, they benefit from being mentally stimulated. In a recent study, researchers in Vienna taught elderly dogs to play computer games and found that they can help slow down mental deterioration. The scientists used touch-screen tasks on a computer, combined with rewards, to motivate them …

10 February, 2018

by Caroline Clark

Feline Aggression – Causes and Treatment

Aggression is a broad term. In the cat it ranges from hissing and growling right up to a full blown attack. However this description doesn’t tell us anything about what is motivating the cat to show aggression. In most cases cats prefer to avoid conflict but, if aroused sufficiently, things …

25 January, 2018

by Caroline Clark

Avoid Calamities for your Cat this Christmas

Now that the festive season is upon us there will be lots of preparations for Christmas. Whilst this is a happy time for most of us, it can bring about additional stress and potential problems for our feline family members. Here is the lowdown on some of the common hazards …

1 December, 2017

by Caroline Clark

Canine Poisoning – Hazards in Autumn

Now that the days of summer have slipped by we all begin to turn our thoughts to events like Halloween, Bonfire night and preparations for Christmas. There’s lots of activity going on in the kitchen with Christmas fare and warm comforting casseroles being made. Long walks in the countryside with …

26 October, 2017

by Caroline Clark

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Below you will find some helpful printouts to download and keep at hand when you need them most.

Muzzle Training

A helpful guide, recommendations and a video link to help with Muzzle Training.

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Eliminate the Scent of Urine and Faeces Resource

Download this helpful PDF on how to effectively clean to eliminate the scent of urine and faeces.

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Toilet Training Resource

A helpful PDF with advice on toilet training your dog/puppy with things to avoid and a simple training method.

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Claw Marking Resource

Helpful information on positioning scratching posts for your cat and the materials to use.

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Crate Training Resource

A helpful PDF to crate/confinement training your dog, including the benefits and a simple guide.

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Using a House Line Resource

A helpful guide to safely using a house line to train your dog within your home, including helpful steps to follow.

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Free articles and advice written by Caroline Clark, a fully qualified member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC), a registered clinical animal behaviourist with the Association of Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC) and registered veterinary nurse.

Study highlights the importance of puppy socialisation and dog training

Cats Suffer From High Blood Pressure Too

Dog First Aid – Adder Bites

Sharing a Healthy Life with Your Dog

Are Dogs Like Us?

Feline Behaviour – Why Does My Cat………?

Top tips for keeping elderly dogs mentally stimulated

Feline Aggression – Causes and Treatment

Avoid Calamities for your Cat this Christmas

Canine Poisoning – Hazards in Autumn

Muzzle Training

Eliminate the Scent of Urine and Faeces Resource

Toilet Training Resource

Claw Marking Resource

Crate Training Resource

Using a House Line Resource

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Helpful Articles & Resources

Free articles and advice written by Caroline Clark, a fully qualified member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC), a registered clinical animal behaviourist with the Association of Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC) and registered veterinary nurse.

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