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Every puppy owner knows the joy and occasional chaos an excited puppy can bring into a home. Puppies are full of boundless energy, often leaving their owners wondering how to manage their exuberance. To calm an excited puppy, providing consistent training, providing enrichment, engaging them in play to channel their energy, and ensuring they get enough rest are key steps.

A confidence-building success story about an anxious little dog whose barking at strangers and new people was affecting her life. Meet Ceri* the anxious Cocker Spaniel. Kam* came to me in August 2024, seeking help for her beautiful Cocker Spaniel, Ceri. Ceri had problems feeling safe around new people. This was especially true in enclosed or smaller spaces. She was also very protective of Kam and would bark at strangers when they came too close to her.

I was reminded today that not all dogs are the same, and that we need to adjust our expectations sometimes

Does perfectionism stop you from living your best life?

Dog mouthing can be exasperating but there are ways to deal with it kindly.

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Wondering how cold is too cold for dogs and if you should walk your dog in the snow? Find out all this and more and keep your pooch safe in the winter.

Letting your dog run off steam and exercise in their very own dog park is an amazing experience!

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Luna’s Story At 13 months old, overexcited dog Luna’s former owners had already rehomed her. We met her when she lived with her new family in a lovely nearby Newmarket village. Luna had not been well socialised as a puppy. She would do somersaults of excitement when she saw other dogs, birds, and other triggers. Her new family had put some of her basic training in place.

We are moving into 2025 with a new sense of focus and ideas. And also, a teensy bit of silliness. All midlife women are welcome.

It’s not begging if you are still laying on the pouffe, surely?

Or simply a peaceful few weeks - whichever works best for you.

Substances, smoking, animal products, unhelpful friends, unfulfilling jobs, bad decisions. I've quit the lot.

And what if you are or they are not? Issue 51,2024

Muppet, whose tongue is permanently hanging out of the side of his mouth, is in demand for selfies.

They are such amazing creatures and they create such joy in our lives. But do dogs have a sense of humour? Do they know when they are being funny? Do they like to see us smiling? What do you believe about our funny dogs? Science It’s clear why we would lean towards saying “yes”. We see our dogs doing daft antics, and looking goofy all the time.