A big mistake many of us make when we get dogs is that we have a preconceived notion of what a dog or a breed should be. “Dog friendly” Vs. “dog reactive” are overly simplistic boxes that we try to shoehorn our dogs into and my Cheeru refuses to fit.
Welcome your dog’s love with open arms
We are told that we should ignore our dogs when we come through the door. But when we walk in through that door, their world lights up and they express it. How do they feel when their expression of such profound love is totally ignored by us?
Seeking consent of a dog
Don’t all individuals deserve a certain autonomy over their own body. Dogs are often touched without consent and if that resulted in the dog expressing displeasure, the dog is the one that almost always pays the price
Nuances of social interaction in free ranging dogs
Blacky, the streety, trying to invite Tigger to be friends with him. Nishi not faring so well, thanks to us. Read the full story.
Emotional transference from pet parents to their dogs
Our dogs are brilliant at reading our emotions. Are they paying a price for being so sensitive?
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