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The Grief of Losing a Dog.
The Grief of Losing a Dog: When Love Has No Species At Chasing Perfection Dog Training, dogs are not “just pets.”They are family. They are our constants, confidants, routines, purpose, and sometimes the reason we get out of bed in the morning. Losing a dog is a type of grief that is still widely misunderstood and often minimised. Yet for those who have lived it, the pain can be overwhelming, consuming, and life-altering — not only for us, but for the other animals who shared
Simone Hannelly
Jan 66 min read


Understanding Trigger Stacking in Dogs and Its Impact on Behavior and Wellbeing
Trigger stacking is a critical yet often overlooked concept in understanding canine behavior. It refers to the growing effect of multiple...
Simone Hannelly
Jul 14, 20256 min read


Understanding Dog Dementia: How to spot and Manage Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD)
As I sit here at home writing this blog, the tears are running down my face. My beloved old girl Zoe, is currently navigating the painful...
Simone Hannelly
Jan 17, 202511 min read


Sweet Rewards: The essential role of treats in our lives
Dog treats are more than just tasty snacks; they are vital tools in nurturing our canine companions and fostering strong bonds between...
Simone Hannelly
Sep 27, 20244 min read


Caring for Senior Dogs
Caring for older senior dogs brings a unique set of challenges and rewards that differ significantly from those associated with raising...
Simone Hannelly
Aug 23, 20246 min read


Surviving Christmas!
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year if you were to ask me. However, it can also be a very stressful time, not just for you,...
Simone Hannelly
Dec 18, 20234 min read


Dealing with Separation Anxiety!
Separation anxiety is real. It can be a scary, and isolating process for you and your dog. Unfortunately a lot of dogs since covid have...
Simone Hannelly
Nov 30, 20235 min read


Are you walking your dog correctly?
Love it, or hate it, your dog needs to be walked. Some dogs' are more enjoyable to walk than others. Why is that you ask? It all comes...
Simone Hannelly
Oct 17, 20238 min read


What you should be feeding your dog!
Everything you need to know about what to feed your dog. From vitamins, supplements, and super foods and the benefits of these. A healthy...
Simone Hannelly
Sep 19, 202313 min read


Is your dog getting enough sleep?
Just like humans, dogs' need sleep. Sleep is a crucial process that needs to happen across all animals, otherwise behavioural and health...
Simone Hannelly
Sep 11, 20236 min read


Dogs and Fireworks!
When it comes to fireworks, who doesn't love a good firework show? However, it is not the same for animals. When it comes to fireworks...
Simone Hannelly
Aug 4, 20234 min read


Why you need to bath your dog!
It is the age old debate... should I bath my dog? and if so how often? The answer is YES YOU NEED TO BATH YOUR DOG REGULARLY.! There are...
Simone Hannelly
Jul 29, 20235 min read


So you have a reactive dog!
Reactive dogs can come in all forms. It doesn't matter what size or breed they are. Dogs can also be reactive for a number of different...
Simone Hannelly
Jul 3, 20236 min read


Benefits Of Therapy Dogs!
I often get questioned by people why I choose to do pet therapy and does it work? Therapy dogs visits have a number of benefits. Therapy...
Simone Hannelly
Jun 16, 20235 min read


The Power of your dogs' nose!
Have you ever stopped and really looked at your dogs nose? A dogs' nose is their fingerprint. Did you know that Dogs' noses have more...
Simone Hannelly
Jun 7, 20234 min read


How to best prepare your dog for a move!
How to minimise the stress of a household move for your dog. These are the best ways to help them settle into their new home. I am not...
Simone Hannelly
Apr 5, 20237 min read
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