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Book Review – What’s it like to be a Dog and Other Adventures in Animal Neuroscience by Gregory Berns

What's It Like To Be a Dog And Other Adventures in Animal Neuroscience by Gregory Berns Very good read and I would recommend it to anyone who has an interest in animals.

http://thedogstandard.co.uk/2025/03/01/book-review-whats-it-like-to-be-a-dog-and-other-adventures-in-animal-neuroscience-by-gregory-berns/

Book Review – What’s it like to be a Dog and Other Adventures in Animal Neuroscience by Gregory Berns

What’s It Like To Be a Dog And Other Adventures in Animal Neuroscience by Gregory Berns Very good read and I would recommend it to anyone who has an interest in animals.

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Dogs in kennels, especially those in rescue centres, can develop behavioural problems due to stress. These may include repetitive behaviours, aggression, and social issues. Enrichment like off-lead play, training, or fostering can help alleviate stress and improve behaviour.

#kennels #rescue #dog

http://thedogstandard.co.uk/2025/02/26/unpacking-the-implications-long-term-kenneling-and-its-effects-on-canine-behaviour/

Unpacking the Implications: Long Term Kenneling and its Effects on Canine Behaviour

Dogs in kennels, especially those in rescue centres, can develop behavioural problems due to stress. These may include repetitive behaviours, aggression, and social issues. Enrichment like off-lead…

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When it comes to ensuring your furry companion is well-behaved, mastering basic dog training commands is essential.

#dogtraining #trainingessentials #dogessentials #dog

http://thedogstandard.co.uk/2025/02/22/5-essential-dog-training-commands-every-owner-shouold-master/

5 Essential Dog Training Commands Every Owner Shouold Master

When it comes to ensuring your furry companion is well-behaved, mastering basic dog training commands is essential.

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Training away a problem behaviour can be a long and tedious process that many owners feel they are not able to undertake. This is especially the case if the owner does not have a support network or assistance from the other member of the household.
#problembehaviours #dogtraining #dogtrainingadvice

http://thedogstandard.co.uk/2025/02/19/how-to-address-the-most-common-behavioural-problems-in-dogs/

How to Address the most Common Behavioural Problems in Dogs

Training away a problem behaviour can be a long and tedious process that many owners feel they are not able to undertake. This is especially the case if the owner does not have a support network or…

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Online dog training advice is limited to a few situations. It's often misleading and risky, with untrained individuals providing questionable guidance. Consulting qualified trainers is essential for effective training.

#dogtraining #dogadvice #dogs #doglover #dogsoftheinternet #advice

http://thedogstandard.co.uk/2025/02/15/is-the-internet-a-good-resource-for-dog-training-advice/

Is the Internet a Good Resource for Dog Training Advice?

Online dog training advice is limited to a few situations. It’s often misleading and risky, with untrained individuals providing questionable guidance. Consulting qualified trainers is essent…

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The Dangerous Dog Act 1991

Daily writing prompt If you had the power to change one law, what would it be and why? View all responses If I could change one law it would forever and always be The Dangerous Dog Act 1991. This law has brought nothing but pain and suffering to those who have responsibly owned dogs because of a few people who chose not to train and control their dogs properly.

http://thedogstandard.co.uk/2025/02/12/the-dangerous-dog-act-1991/

The Dangerous Dog Act 1991

Daily writing promptIf you had the power to change one law, what would it be and why?View all responses If I could change one law it would forever and always be The Dangerous Dog Act 1991. This law…

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Proper nutrition for dogs includes proteins, carbohydrates, fibre, vitamins, minerals, and water, essential for maintaining overall health and function.

#nutrition #science #learning #essentialnutrients #dogfood #ablogforallthingsdog #dogstandard #dogsoftheinternet #dog #doglover #dogcare

http://thedogstandard.co.uk/2025/02/12/uncovering-the-essential-nutrients-for-optimal-canine-health/

Uncovering the Essential nutrients for Optimal Canine Health

Proper nutrition for dogs includes proteins, carbohydrates, fibre, vitamins, minerals, and water, essential for maintaining overall health and function.

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Did you know that a strong muscle structure can help prevent injuries and support your dog's overall mobility? Share your favourite muscle-building activities for dogs in the comments!

https://thedogstandard.co.uk/2025/02/05/understanding-the-anatomy-and-function-of-canine-muscles/

#CanineFitness #HappyDog #StrongMuscles #canine #health #science #caninenews #dognews #dog #dogsoftheinternet #dogowners #dogguardians #doglovers #dogcare

Understanding the Anatomy and Function of Canine Muscles

Would it surprise you to know that canine muscles are very similar in structure to human muscles? There are 3 types of muscle found in the dog, they are Skeletal, Smooth and Cardiac; each has a dif…

Understanding the 4 Quadrants of Dog Training: What You Need to Know

Dog training is an ever-evolving industry with new techniques and approaches being developed all the time but all of these methods employ at least one of these two methods – Operant or Classi…

Why is My Dog Acting Differently: Understanding the Impact of Pain on Canine Behaviour

During their evolution, dogs learnt to hide much of their pain, making them less of a target to predators who are more likely to attack weak prey. This adaptation remains within our dogs despite be…