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Animals and storms: how to help your anxious pet

A wet black-and-white dog looking to the side.

With the torrential rain continuing across Sydney and parts of New South Wales, we’ve compiled an animal safety guide for pet owners. Many pet parents have questions about how to handle storm-related issues with their animals. Knowing what to do in certain situations can make a big difference in keeping pets safe and calm. Below, … Read more

Pet safety during thunderstorms: how to calm your anxious dog

A curly-haired dog resting beside people on a sofa.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]     ➔ Read more about animal care in disasters online now We are being warned to expect further storms in Australia, so if you are the parent of an anxious dog or cat, it’s a good idea to be prepared to help keep them calm and safe. Thunderstorms can be a stressful … Read more

Understanding animal communication with Pea Horsley

Pea Horsley sitting on a wooden floor beside a black-and-white dog

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Dog training tips; the benefits of early intervention and socialisation

Trainer Glenn Cooke profile photo with black dog. He writes for Animal Friendly Life about dog training tips

Written by Glenn Cooke, Chief Training Officer at Canine Evolution and Pet Resorts Australia Glenn Cooke shares his expert dog training tips with Animal Friendly Life readers. With more than three decades of experience providing exceptional training to dogs and their handlers and his trailblazing approach, Glenn is a leader in the pet and training … Read more

Behavioural problems in dogs post pandemic

Behavioural problems in dogs

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_single_image image=”3064″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_border” css=”” img_size=”Full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=””]A surge in behavioural problems in dogs post-pandemic has led to many owners seeking specialist help for their pets’ problems. There’s no denying that dogs love attention; walks or runs, cuddles, and frequent playtime with their owners, are their favourite activities. During the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, many dogs were … Read more

DOGTV – turning to technology to alleviate anxiety in dogs!

PetTV helping pets with anxiety

Have you ever wondered how much the COVID lockdowns are also affecting our pets? I must admit I hadn’t put much thought into how the changes were affecting my boy Banjo. It wasn’t until we were all home for an extended period, and then we resumed our normal lives, that I realised it had an … Read more

Aggressive dog behaviour: dog body language and other warning signs

Reward-based dog training on german shepherd

Owners are being urged to understand dog body language and the warning signs of aggressive dog behaviour. We share expert advice on the signs of dog aggression, dog behaviour warning signs and training an aggressive dog. Identifying aggressive dog behaviour and what to do when you spot it For many dog owners, this scenario is … Read more