De Buitenom Hondentrimsalon

15/04/2025

Dog Knows doet onderzoek naar de effecten van castratie en sterilisatie op het gedrag van honden. Je kunt hieraan bijdragen door zelf deel te nemen, of door te helpen nieuwe deelnemers te bereiken.

07/03/2025

..Stof tot nadenken... 🤔

The Socialization Myth: Are We Forcing Our Dogs to Fail?

Society has made a drastic shift in how we expect our dogs to behave. Once valued and bred via genetic selection for their working abilities, independence, and loyalty to their family units, today’s pet dogs are increasingly pressured to be overly social, to a degree they were never bred for. From dog parks to daycare centers, playgroups to leashed greetings, the modern dog is constantly placed in situations where forced socialization is the norm. But at what cost?

The Illusion of Social Success

Many owners mistake initial excitement for friendliness. A wagging tail, bouncy movements, and curiosity might seem like signs of a happy, well-socialized dog. But underneath, there’s often an internal conflict brewing—fear, uncertainty, and overstimulation. Just like people, dogs can experience excitement and fear at the same time. When those conflicting emotions reach a tipping point, the response can be instinctive and defensive—growling, snapping, lunging, or worse.

Fortunately, dogs and their owners who have been professionally trained are equipped to handle these scenarios. They have invested in their dogs’ education, ensuring they can navigate interactions appropriately and avoid unnecessary conflict. The real danger lies in those who don’t—owners who allow their dogs to invade the space of others without understanding body language, boundaries, or proper public etiquette. These situations create high-risk encounters, leading to fights and injuries that could have been prevented with education and awareness.

The Consequences of Forced Interaction

Dog fights happen in a matter of seconds, and they can be devastating—not only for the dogs but also for the people trying to break them up. Many well-meaning pet owners lack the experience or reflexes to prevent or de-escalate conflict. Worse yet, a single bad interaction can shape a dog’s behavior for life, making them more fearful or defensive in future encounters.

And what happens when dog-related incidents rise? Restrictions follow.
• More breed bans
• More leash laws
• More areas where dogs are no longer welcome

If we continue down this path—forcing dogs into uncomfortable social situations without respecting their natural instincts—we may find ourselves with fewer freedoms as dog owners.

A Call for Change: Respect Over Expectation

So how do we stop this trend? How do we shift our expectations before it’s too late?
1. Respect Personal Space – Just as we wouldn’t force a stranger into an unwanted hug, we shouldn’t assume every dog wants to interact with others. A dog ignoring another dog is not “anti-social”—it’s natural.
2. Ditch the “All Dogs Must Play” Mentality – Some dogs enjoy canine companionship, but many prefer to stick with their own humans. That’s okay.
3. Listen to What Your Dog is Telling You – If your dog is uncomfortable, allow them the space to disengage. Learn body language from an experienced professional dog trainer.
4. Advocate for Responsible Breeding – Breeders should consider temperament and adaptability when producing future generations, especially given the unrealistic social demands society now places on dogs.

The Future of Dog Ownership

If we don’t start bending our expectations, there will be a breaking point. Whether it’s through stricter laws, increased liability, or a rise in behavioral issues, the signs are already there.

The question is: Will we listen?

29/01/2025

Lorsque vous accueillez enfin vos chiots de 10 semaines, veuillez garder cette image à l'esprit. Leurs os ne se touchent même pas encore. Ils marchent si joliment avec de grosses pattes souples et des mouvements bancals parce que leurs articulations sont entièrement constituées de cartilages, de muscles, de tendons et de ligaments recouverts de peau. Rien n'est encore bien ajusté ou n'a encore de véritable prise.

Lorsque vous les faites courir de manière excessive ou que vous ne limitez pas leur exercice pour les empêcher d'en faire trop pendant cette période, vous ne leur donnez pas la chance de grandir correctement. Chaque grand saut ou course bondissante et excitée provoque des impacts entre les os.
En quantités raisonnables, ce n'est pas problématique et c'est une usure normale qui s’opèrera.

Mais lorsque vous laissez le chiot sauter du canapé ou du lit, l’emmenez faire de longues promenades, vous endommagez cette articulation en formation. Lorsque vous laissez le chiot se déplacer sur des carreaux glissants , vous endommagez l'articulation.

Vous n'avez la chance de les faire grandir qu'une seule fois. Un corps bien construit est quelque chose qui vient d'un excellent élevage et d'une bonne éducation. LES DEUX, pas seulement un.

Une fois adulte, vous aurez le reste de votre vie à passer à jouer et à vous engager dans des exercices à fort impact. Alors gardez le au calme tant qu’il est encore petit et offrez lui le cadeau qui ne peut être offert qu'une seule fois.

29/01/2025

Bij gevoelige honden kunnen een aantal factoren een rol spelen bij oorproblemen. In dit artikel lees je meer over haren in de oren en het plukken hiervan.

29/01/2025

25/01/2025

The oldest footprints of a child and a dog in France were found in the Chauvet Cave, which is famous for its ancient paintings created around 32,000 years ago. The footprints, which extend over 150 feet, were made in soft clay that hardened and preserved them for thousands of years. The human prints are believed to belong to a barefooted child aged between eight to ten years old and about 4.5 feet tall. The child was walking, not running, and at one point, there is evidence of him or her stopping to clean a torch, leaving behind a stain of charcoal.
Alongside the child's footprints are the paw prints of a wolf or possibly a large dog. The canine prints have a shortened middle digit on the front paw, a characteristic of dogs. This discovery suggests that the child and a large dog might have explored the cave together. The charcoal from the torch has been dated to about 26,000 years ago, making these footprints the world's oldest evidence of the human-canine relationship.

03/01/2025

Wie afvallen als goed voornemen heeft genoteerd voor het nieuwe jaar, mag ook aan de hond denken. Want veel van onze trouwe viervoeters zijn ongemerkt veel te dik.

21/12/2024

We wensen iedereen fijne feestdagen
en een prachtig 2025. 🌲
We gaan genieten van de kerstvakantie
en zijn 6 januari 2025 weer open. 🙋‍♀️

29/11/2024

Er is een hoopvolle eerste stap gezet in de hondenwereld. 👍

𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐠 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠

The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) proudly took part in a significant round table discussion organised by our Partner, Royal Canin, in Brussels on Tuesday, November 19th.
The meeting brought together key stakeholders in canine welfare, including representatives from Royal Canin, Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety (DG Santé) of the European Union, International Collaborative on Extreme Conformations in Dogs (ICECD), 4 Paws, Royal Veterinary College, and World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA), in a collaborative effort to improve the health and welfare of dogs across Europe.

The primary objective of this round table was to establish a coalition focused on tackling unethical and extreme breeding practices. Topics covered included issues related to online ads promoting illegal puppy trade, puppy farms, and dogs bred with extreme conformation features that jeopardize their health and well-being.

The discussion underscored the need for collective action to promote responsible and ethical breeding.

Prioritizing responsible, healthy, and ethical breeders is essential to achieving this goal. The EU representative (Deputy Head of DG Santé) confirmed that the FCI and its Members' voices would be heard and that the debates at the EU Parliament would definitely take our positions into account.

While no specific timeline has been set for the EU debates to commence, this coalition marks a significant step forward in our shared mission to end unethical breeding practices.

Together, we aim to prioritize the role of responsible breeders in fostering a healthier future for all dogs.

More information to come, when available, on our official channels.

24/11/2024

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