Natural Dog Behaviour

28/07/2025

Those hovering hands?
They can cause more issues than solve.
"It worked for me"
Maybe it did.... for your individual dog and your exact circumstances but the advice of taking a bowl away and giving it back or patting a dog eating creates more issues than it prevents.

"I saw a trainer make a video and it worked for him".

Please.....I need to say this clearly, don't do it.

This is one area where following advice online does more harm than good.
They can bite.
That injury may not happen to you but to someone you love.

Puppy showing these issues?
Look to see if their food is adjusted in quantity as they grow.
Sometimes we forget just how quickly they are actually growing and how hungry they become because of that rapid growth.

Looking for more tips?
I'm really sorry..... there are none here.
This is an area that needs a thorough assessment, careful understanding and tailoring an individual plan.

There are no five minute fixes for such a complicated behaviour that affects everyone in the family.

Respect their need for space.

24/07/2025

https://poodlebrains.com/a-kick-in-the-ribs-maybe-a-good-boy/

23/07/2025

11/07/2025

Titer testing could save your pets life!
Or prevent vaccine injury (chronic illness, immune system dysregulation, IBD, allergies, etc)!
I am continually amazed when I have people tell me that their vets try to tell them that titer testing is pointless, doesn't work, and is a waste of time (these vets are WRONG WRONG WRONG!).
I believe that titer testing before any re-vaccination should be the gold standard of pet health care when it comes to disease protection.
There is a stack of evidence that shows without doubt that C3 vaccines for dogs, and F3 vaccines for cats, give a LONG LASTING immunity of at least 5-7 years, and sometimes a lot longer than that.
I have had animals who have been titer tested, and shown strong immunity at 5, 7, even 9 or more years after vaccination.
One problem is that titer testing can be very expensive. This usually because the vets send the tests out to an external lab, and then add their markup on top of the cost.
BUT - you can ask your vets to get the Vaccicheck In-House Titer Test kits in (these are the ones that I use) - these kits are qualitative and quantitative tests.
Accurate. Dependable.
And AFFORDABLE.
But you ave to ask your vets to get them in - and don;t take 'no' for an answer.
The more people who pressure vets to make titer test affordable, and the first choice for ALL animals before revaccination, the sooner the veterinary industry will have to pull up their socks, get with the scientific evidence, and STOP GIVING PETS unnecessary re-vaccinations that may cause serious harm.
What's your experience been with asking for titer tests from your vet?
Love to hear from you in the comments!
I help animals all over the world heal and be well + happy with holistic veterinary care, kind training, and energy healing. If you want me to help your pets, message me! Zoom and in person appts available.

09/07/2025

A Pet Professional Guild Virtual Event
November 10–14, 2025

https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/ppg-neurobiology-special-a-virtual-brain-train/

Why Learn About the Brain?
Why are neurotransmitters so crucial, and why do I need to understand more about them?

Neurotransmitters are essential to learning and behavior because they serve as the chemical messengers that allow neurons (nerve cells) to communicate with one another throughout the brain and body. This communication forms the basis of all brain functions, from basic physiological processes to complex cognitive abilities and emotional responses.

Come and learn the impact of neurotransmitters on:

Mood and emotions
Motivation and reward
Arousal and attention
Learning and memory
Anxiety and relaxation
Sleep and appetite
Attachment and bonds
You’ll also learn how specific neurotransmitters affect behavior and how imbalances and disorders of neurotransmitter systems contribute to depression and anxiety in pets.