Dog behavioural issues UK

What you need to know to avoid your dog being seized or an ‘unlimited’ fine

Expert advice on having the world’s most awkward conversation

Ditch the impossible standards and start having fun again

It’s confusing...

Remember, dogs have more than one emotion

One doesn’t have to be the loneliest number when it comes to your dog

Apparently even experts have a hard time defining these terms

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Nope, it’s your dog all stretched out like a frog

Here’s what's really going on

What to do when your dog has questionable tastes

How to get your pet to stop chewing on inedibles from clothes to couches

What to expect when your perfect puppy hits that unruly stage

Got a distracted pup? Discover if it’s ADHD and how to help

The research is confusing – here are some guidelines

How to keep your dog mentally and physically safe this Bonfire Night

And when does it become something more serious?

If your pet is recovering from surgery and hates wearing a cone, don’t panic

Can CBD be the calming answer your anxious dog needs? Dive into the latest research and see how it could help

Four legs up to the ceiling might not seem like a comfy napping position to us but pups seem to love it. How come?

The emotional road to recovery can be a long one. Here’s what you can do

At so many points in those first hours, weeks, months, I screamed, internally: what have we done? 

You might already have a good idea of what your dog likes, but it‘s not always that straightforward

Are they just letting their hair down, or is something more troubling afoot?

It’s possibly the most important thing you’ll teach your pup

Sometimes dogs need to learn from dogs

If your workout never quite goes to plan, there might be a reason why…

It’s not prejudice – it’s pattern recognition

If your pet seems to be down in the dumps in the New Year, here’s why – and what you can do to help

What can you learn from dog DNA testing when you already know your dog’s breed? Turns out, there’s a lot more to it…

And when that habit can become an issue, according to experts 

How do you recover after your dog licks a stranger’s bum crack?

Teaming up with the toddler for a garden raid? Classic

It’s not just because they’re yummy

Let it rip!

Pre-Halloween training tips to save your sanity

Your pup’s mixed signals, explained by experts

Those attention-seeking antics might not be jealousy at all

What pet parents need to know about canine behaviour

Wait, have we been getting it wrong this whole time?!

The science behind your dog’s foot fetish

How to stop doomscrolling and start reconnecting with your dog

A trainer explains the well-meaning mistakes she sees dog parents make

Why else did your dog hate your ex all along?

Not all leads are created equal

Exhibit A: The Handstand

Because pups need to switch off too

Double (or triple) dog problems... and how to fix them

And what you can do inside instead

“Biiiiiiiiiiiiiiiig stretch!”

But I thought we were having a moment!

Why some dogs never really grow up

Like y’know, tapping into the Earth’s magnetic field while they go

Let’s dig in...

There’s such thing as too much play

It’s the latest parenting buzzword, but should you apply the principles to your four-legged child?

If your dog is snapping at the air, it could be more than just play

This article (and a whole bunch of patience) is all that stands between you stepping out with your new puppy into the wide world

Obviously it’s adorable, but can it mean something more sinister?

It could mean a problem with your dog, not just your neighbours

You can live in a quiet house again

It's time to reframe the situation

Those little teeth are sweet, but they definitely don’t feel good on your hand

It’s all fun and games... until it’s not

Is your dog overly clingy? Here’s how to help them build independence

Think cats and dogs are natural enemies? Think again

Dive into why dogs are drawn to that pungent pile

Jade from Fetch London, shares what it’s really like to be a professional dog walker

Help your dog overcome the fear of the unknown

Rolling on their back doesn’t automatically mean they want belly rubs...

The UK’s XL Bully ban has led to a tragic rise in cruelty cases

All dogs love cooling off by splashing about and swimming in water, right? So why does yours... not?

Experts explain how one simple purchase could help your nervous pup feel more comfortable alone

Is your dog scared of every little noise? Here’s how to turn the volume down on their anxiety

Is your dog too friendly with strangers or other dogs? Learn effective strategies to manage and train your overly sociable dog to ensure proper behaviour and safety

A well-enriched dog is a happy dog – and who wouldn’t want that?

People are questioning not just if you’re allowed to walk your dog in a graveyard, but whether you should

Think a holiday with your nervous pup is off-limits? You just need to make a few adjustments. Here’s how to have a dreamy trip that you and your anxious dog can enjoy

Just ’letting them out in the garden’ isn't an option for everyone, especially in this economy

There is nothing more humbling than apologising to a stranger in the park while your dog nibbles on their sausage roll

It should be a last resort, and there are plenty of options to explore first, but here’s how to surrender your pet safely if you have to

There's no good reason to ever do this to your dog

It’s important to remember that dogs are individuals, so training isn’t one-size-fits-all

Train your dog to stay calm when they’re on their own – instead of sad-singing “All By Myself” until you come home.

You love that your dog is your shadow, but maybe not when you’re on a Zoom call

Did you get a dog for emotional support and now they are the one who needs it?

It turns out the saying ‘you are what you eat’ isn’t just for humans

Celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell explains how to crate train a dog with an intense fear of being in the car

When those little razors start biting, keep these tips in mind

And should you be worried?

With so many dog trainers out there that it can be hard to know who you can actually trust (especially if your dog has trust issues of their own), here’s where to start… 

Turns out, humans weren’t the only ones affected

A new study scores dogs on behaviours such as how they responded when unfamiliar people visited or if they were jealous when their owner gave affection to another animal

The founder of Fear Free Pets, Dr Marty Becker, on how this method makes vet visits, training sessions and grooming appointments less stressful for pets

Whether it’s socks, stones or an affair partner’s underpants (true story), a vet weighs in on how what to do when your dog swallows something that wasn’t on the menu

Two trainers advocate against using these devices – here’s why

Leaving your dog alone at home can be guilt-inducing... but it doesn’t have to be

How to keep your dog happy and healthy under the new legislation

There are plenty of ways to spice them up

Unsolicited approaches from children can’t always be predicted

Behaviour correction, Mary Poppins style: turn a job into a game

If your dog is reluctant to go outside in the evening (or 4pm as it’s known in winter), there might be a good reason

When your dog growls, they’re expressing their emotions. A study found that you’ll probably be able to understand what they’re feeling

If your dog growls when you get near their food or toys, read this right now

Most dogs love walking, but some love chaos a little bit more

Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for getting a stubborn pup to listen up

Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s pro tips for walking a pup that wants to chase everything that moves

Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s pro tips for getting a hyped-up dog to chill out

How to get your pup and the postie to be friends

With patience and positive reinforcement, you can do a lot to make up for lost time with socialisation

A (seemingly) unstoppable nibbling obsession with all the blankets

How to re-housetrain a dog of any age

How to teach your dog to enjoy, not destroy, their toys

How to teach your pup to play nice

If your dog loses their sh*t over anything from a squirrel to a visitor, dog behaviourist Trish King has some tips

Do these things to help your pup (and your guests) feel chill

Get out the toys and puzzles

Turns out, the teenage years aren’t just tough for humans – they can be rough on dogs, too

Advice on how to deal with your dog’s humping habit

Dog trainer Pat Miller’s pro tips for preventing your pup from darting out the door

No longer associate feeding time with growling time

Eating fast is more than just unsightly – it’s potentially dangerous

Tug of war every time you head for a walk is not the one

If you adopted puppy siblings – and they fight nonstop – you could be dealing with littermate syndrome. Here’s everything you need to know

Five ways to warm a skittish dog to you

Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for dealing with an attention-seeking puppy

Dog behaviourist Karen B London’s top tips to help get your parked pet moving

Because bite marks are not a good look

And how to change it

‘Let sleeping dogs lie’ is more than just a proverb

Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for dealing with a protective dog that’s taken their duties too far

Suddenly, the pavement has some new installation art: your frozen dog

Celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell on how to keep your dog from using your living room as a toilet

Is it time to teach your dog some boundaries?

Step one: never put your face close to theirs

Same! Here’s how I got my pup to stop barking and lunging at everything that moves on walks

The top five reasons dogs bark – and how to help them to relax

A viral video gives new meaning to being on the fence

Don’t worry, it’s just a phase!

Is there anything more annoying than a dog who won’t stop whining? Here’s what to do about it

Six animal behaviourists share pro tips for boosting the confidence of a fearful dog