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Activities you can do with your dog

There’s more to owning a dog than just walking around the street, tossing a ball or taking a trip to the beach. There’s a whole world of fun things that you and your dog can get involved in. Your dog will get to do some amazing things and make new friends – and so will you!

Does your dog need enrichment?

Do you come home to find holes dug in your garden, your furniture destroyed, or complaints from a neighbour about barking? Maybe your dog needs something to do while you are away.

Clicker training for your dog

A fun, force-free training method for all animals.

Hot days and your dog

In summer, the temperature can really heat up. Many of us go to work in air-conditioned offices and may even work outdoors. Our dogs often have limited choices when we are at work. They swelter in the heat until we come home.

Travelling with your dog in the car

Whether driving to the corner shop, dropping the kids at school, or heading out of the city on a holiday, you need to keep your dog safe while riding in the car. By following a few simple steps, car safety for your dog is easy – your dog’s life depends upon it.

Exercise and fitness for your dog

Exercise should form an essential part of any enrichment program and indeed part of every dog’s daily life – regardless of the breed or size.

There are lots of options when it comes to exercise so it doesn’t all have to be about physical activity – mental activity is also important.

Puppy survival guide

New puppies are cute and fun but can also be a lot of hard work if you aren’t prepared. Use this survival guide to help get you and your puppy through those first weeks or months when you are both learning about each other.

So you have a new puppy

Bringing a new puppy home is an exciting time. It is important to start socialising and teaching your puppy how to behave.

Going on holidays? Some options for your dog

Everyone would like to take their dog on holidays, but sometimes that isn’t possible. Here are some options.

How to become a dog trainer in Australia

Do you want to train dogs in Australia? Discover why it is important to choose the right course to ensure you learn how to train using reward-based, force-free methods.

Help: my dog jumps up on everyone

Is your dog a jumping jack? Here is a quick guide to help you show your dog that jumping isn’t as rewarding as it is having all four paws on the floor.

Help: my dog won’t stop barking

Does your dog bark at everyone or other dogs? Find out why dogs bark and how to give them alternative outlets for their excitement, fear or frustration.