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December 12, 2011
Keep your child safe
UPDATED: 13 Dec 2011: The incidence of children being bitten or attacked by dogs is increasing. Most of these incidents are from the family pet dog, with a very few from dogs that roam the streets. Most parents are very good at educating their children not to…
December 09, 2011
Do dogs understand right from wrong?
Is this dog understanding it has done something wrong? Or is the dog only responding submissively to the assertive energy of the owner? I was writing on a peers FB page, about using the terms punishment and correction with my clients, and it got me thinking…
Giving affection to your dog
Nov 27, 2011
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We all love to give affection to our dogs. Giving our dogs affection, makes us feel good,…
Should I eat before my dog?
Nov 26, 2011
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Updated 3 Dec 2011 Many dog trainers will inform you that you should eat your main meal…
Will a dog naturally protect its owner?
Oct 20, 2011
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We had a discussion going in a forum I am a member of. The original post asked would a…
Difference between a dog trainer & behaviourist
Oct 20, 2011
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Many dog owners do not realise that there is a difference between a dog trainer and a dog…
How to become a dog trainer
Oct 17, 2011
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I receive many emails asking how to become a dog trainer or behaviourist. Let me first…
Off Lead Dog Parks
Oct 02, 2011
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I had an interesting conversation about off lead dog parks with one of my clients at…
Dogs in the same home aggressive on lead
Sep 02, 2011
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Ever seen 2 dogs from the same home being aggressive to each other on the leash just…
The Pack Leader
Aug 31, 2011
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All dogs seek a leader A dog doesn't seek out to be a leader of a pack. A dog becomes a…
Lifetime Guarantee?
Aug 30, 2011
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"Lifetime Guarantee" - is it an advertising gimmick, and are you really getting what you…
Aggressive pup consultation - update 10 June
Jun 02, 2011
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I had an interesting consultation today. I visited a family that had a lovely 13 week old…
Socialising your dog with other dogs
Apr 07, 2011
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We should always see socialising our dog with other dogs as a form of positive…
Dogs and medication for behaviour problems
Mar 26, 2011
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I am hearing from many dog owners that they visited a Vet Behaviourist, and were informed…
Why do people fail at mastering their dog?
Mar 25, 2011
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Why do some people just seem to never be able to control their dog? They go to obedience…
Triggers & subconscious reactions in dogs
Feb 22, 2011
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Triggers and what are they? I often talk about "triggers" in my articles. I'd like to…
What is a balanced approach to dog training & behaviour modification?
Feb 16, 2011
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Is a more balanced approach to dog training and behaviour modification and management…
Totally Positive food based dog training
Feb 03, 2011
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This is an article I wrote in a forum I am a member of. It was written in response to a…
Is my dog dominating me?
Jan 27, 2011
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Updated 28/11/11 I often hear from dog owners (and they are even told by other dog…
Food aggression in puppies
Jan 14, 2011
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I see a lot of pups these days with food aggression issues, so thought I'd include here a…
Wrong Diagnosis & Advice
Dec 11, 2010
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I was called out to a home due to a female Dobermann barking accessively when the owner…
Bob-A-Lot
Nov 29, 2010
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The Bob-A-Lot - A great new toy to stimulate and keep your dog occupied at home. I love…
Dogs, furniture and indoors
Nov 09, 2010
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I have no issue with dogs being allowed on furniture or even the bed, if that is your…
My dog will not go outside
Oct 15, 2010
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Your dog is inside with you and you want your dog to go outside. You walk to the backdoor…
Before you bring your puppy home
Oct 14, 2010
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Here are some helpful ideas on how to prepare your home for your new little arrival.…
Redirecting focus with a positive for puppies
Oct 14, 2010
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With young puppies, that are for example chewing on something they are not allowed to,…
Dog Behaviour Franchises
Apr 04, 2010
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The Dog Behaviour Franchise Dilema I have a deep concern about dog behaviour franchises.…
Does my dog love me?
Mar 24, 2010
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Many people ask me if dogs have the capacity to love. My answer to this depends on your…
Dogs & Time Out
Jul 15, 2009
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Dogs and Time Out I don't believe that time out actually works in correcting unwanted…
The little devil - a client consultation
Jul 15, 2009
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The sweet little "devil" This story could be quite funny if it wasn't such a serious…
Dog Correction and Punishment
Jul 14, 2009
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DOG's DON'T PUNISH! How often do you punish your dog believing your dog understands why…
Setting Routines for Dogs
Jul 14, 2009
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Dogs & Routine Setting Many will inform you that dogs are much happier when set to a…
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Dog Behaviour
Here I will publish articles on dog behaviour and training. I will add new articles on occassion. So check in occassionally and see whats new.
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Client Consultations
Here I will occassionally publish articles from client consultations. I will never use real names, or real locations. The reason for these articles is that they may help other dog owners with similar problems. Or show that positive results can be achieved from what appears the most difficult cases.
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Marks View
Here I publish my views and opinions on what's going on in the dog world within Australia. Some articles will be very controversial. These articles are my views only.
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Puppy Raising
Articles by me on puppy raising, training and care.
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