Posts tagged behaviour

The first five minutes between two dogs don't decide whether they'll be friends, but they do set the tone. A calm, planned introduction gives both dogs the best chance of settling in. A rushed one, with both dogs on a cramped doorstep and a hopeful owner saying "they'll work it out," is how a lot of lasting grudges begin.

This guide walks through the whole process: preparing your home, the first meeting, the first weeks, and the signs that mean you should ask for professional help.

Your neighbour mentions that your dog howled for an hour after you left. You come home to scratched doors, a chewed cushion, or a puddle by the exit. It's tempting to read this as spite, but dogs don't plan revenge. What you're seeing is almost always distress.

Separation anxiety is one of the most common behaviour problems in dogs, and it is treatable. This guide explains how to recognise it, what to avoid, and how to build up your dog's confidence gradually.

A cat who suddenly starts going outside the litter box isn't being spiteful. Cats don't have revenge plans. They're telling you something is wrong, whether it's pain, stress or a box they no longer want to use. It's one of the most common reasons cats are given up, which makes solving it kindly and quickly all the more important.

This guide helps you work through the causes in the right order and get your cat back on track.