I admit that this may be controversial and I realise that some may actually disagree with me, but the fact is that a dog is a dog. It is not human; it is not your baby and it is not your little boy or girl. The fact is that if you treat a dog as a human more often than not you will see behavioural issues. If it looks like a dog and barks like a dog, then it’s a dog.

Dog Obedience Tips

Dogs are pack animals and they are instinctive predators. They are intelligent, can problem solve and are able to work in teams and when we deny them opportunities to behave as they need, (e.g. isolating them or not walking them}we can cause stress and frustration and this will manifest itself in such traits as aggression or obsessive behaviour.

Dog Training Equipment - Crate Training

So what can we do to make sure that we give our dogs a life they deserve? Well, exercise your dog according to its’ needs, never leave your dog on its’ own other than for short periods. 4 hours is about it, 5 hours is pushing the limits. Ensure a good quality feed and plenty of love and attention when your dog is in a calm relaxed state.