thecompanionconnectionApr 13, 20216 minHow to manage resource guarding in the homeResource Guarding: describes the behaviour used by a dog to achieve or maintain control over an item of perceived value (e.g., a bone,...
thecompanionconnectionMar 30, 20216 minTips for new puppy caregiversHave a new puppy and don't know where to begin? See below for a brief list of things that should be considered that when taking care of a...
thecompanionconnectionFeb 10, 20213 minCat scratching - how to prevent unwanted scratchingScratching behaviour is a normal, natural behaviour for cats, yet it is commonly reported as a problematic behaviour by owners. Indoor...
thecompanionconnectionDec 8, 20203 minPresence of owners helps reduce dog stress during veterinary visitsWe'd like to dedicate this post to all the front line workers - namely the veterinary community that continue to show up for our animals...
thecompanionconnectionNov 11, 20206 minHow to prevent and reduce separation anxietyOne of the most common behaviour problems in domestic dogs is separation anxiety, as research has reported that it is diagnosed in 20-40%...
thecompanionconnectionNov 2, 20204 minHow to find a reputable trainer - what to look for and avoidMost of us who have owned companion animals have trained them basic skills, such as sit or give paw. Some owners have even been...
thecompanionconnectionOct 7, 20203 minAssessing fear in dogs in response to social and non-social stimuliFear is an emotion that is elicited in response to a potential threat or stressor. Experiencing fear places an animal in a negative...
thecompanionconnectionSep 30, 20203 minEarly kitten socializationAnimals should be exposed to a variety of stimuli they might encounter in their lives as a pleasant experience. This could include new...
thecompanionconnectionAug 26, 20203 minAnthropomorphism - what it is and how it can affect your pet.As we live alongside animals in our day-to-day lives there comes with it the unavoidable innate tendency that we are all guilty of –...