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Owning a Dog

Why Is My Puppy Humping Everything? (And What to Do About It

Understanding Puppy Humping: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and How to Handle It Calmly If your young puppy has suddenly started humping a toy, another

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Owning a Dog

Treat Scatter Magic: The Ultimate Boredom Buster and Environmental Enrichment Tool for Dogs

Perfect for Puppies, Great for Training — and Backed by Behaviour Science Some of the best behaviour tools for dogs are also the simplest

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Golden dog looking through a car window

Owning a Dog

Do Dogs’ Ears Pop When Driving Up or Down Hills?

Understanding How Elevation Changes Can Affect Your Dog If you’ve ever driven through hilly terrain with your dog in the car and noticed them

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Breed Info

Afghan Hound – Breed Profile

Elegant, dignified, and draped in flowing locks, the Afghan Hound is a unique breed known for both its beauty and independence. Overview The Afghan

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Breed Info

Boerboel Breed Profile

Powerful, devoted, and protective – the Boerboel is a guardian breed that thrives with leadership, structure, and purpose. Overview The Boerboel (pronounced “burbull”) is

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Woman holding a black dog’s paw indoors

Owning a Dog

The 3-3-3 Rule: A Comprehensive Guide to Helping Your New Dog Settle In

Bringing a new dog home is exciting, but it can be a big adjustment for everyone. Your dog is learning about unfamiliar people, smells

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White mushrooms growing on soil and leaf litter

Dangers for Puppies and Dogs

Toxic Mushrooms and Dogs: Why Wet Weather Increases the Risk

After periods of rain—especially during autumn and spring in Queensland—you may notice mushrooms popping up across your lawn, in parks, and along bush tracks.

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Dog standing beside a person on a lead in woodland

Dog Behaviour

Brisbane, Logan, and Moreton Bay Dog Leash Laws Explained: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know

As responsible dog owners, it’s essential to understand your local council’s dog laws, especially when it comes to leash rules and what’s considered “effective

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Black and white dog running down a grassy slope

Dog Behaviour

Escaping Dogs: Why It Happens and How to Stop It

There’s nothing more stressful than discovering your dog has escaped. Whether they’re missing for five minutes or five hours, it can be terrifying—and escaping

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Dog Resting on a sofa beside a person holding a mug

Dog Behaviour

Supporting Calm in Dogs: What Is the Vagus Nerve and How Can It Help?

By Justin Jordan, Founder of Jordan Dog Training Originally published 22 April 2025. Updated 2 October 2026. Helping a dog feel safe and comfortable

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White dog sleeping on an armchair

Owning a Dog

How to Help Your Dog Self-Settle After Meals (and Reduce the Risk of Bloat)

For many dog owners, mealtime is a highlight of the day—but what happens after your dog eats is just as important, especially if you

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Dog wearing a recovery collar at a veterinary clinic

Owning a Dog

Beyond the Cone of Shame: Post-Surgery Recovery Options for Dogs

When your dog is recovering from surgery or injury, preventing them from licking, chewing or scratching at the wound is vital for healing. But

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