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...
thecompanionconnectionDec 23, 20203 minLoss of a companion Many people feel the loss of a pet as profoundly as the loss of a family member. The deeper the bond with the animal the deeper the grief...
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 25, 20204 min5 things to know about caring for senior petsThose of you who have or have had to care for a senior pet know they have different needs than younger animals. Below is a short list of...
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 14, 20204 minAre you ready to bring an animal into your home? -The 5 things to consider.Bringing an animal home is an exciting experience! With more of us working from home during these times, the thought of bringing home a...
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 23, 20204 minHow rewarding - the pros of using positive reinforcement training on your dogPositive punishment training and positive reinforcement training are both used for the intention of producing an obedient and mannered...
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 –...