Journal Articles

Case Profile: The Cockapoo
In this case profile, we revisit one of the most popular dogs on the planet, and one of the dogs that we see most often for behavioural issues - the Cockapoo.

Dominance is Not a Myth. An Essay.
The big one. In this essay, we look in depth about the word and the science that causes more arguments than any other in the dog training world. Dominance.

Case Profile: The Sighthound
In this case profile, we explore some of the most common behaviours that clients experience in a group of breeds that only have two speeds - On, and Off. The Cheetah of the dog world that also doubles up as a couch potato - the Sighthound.

Case Profile: The German Shepherd
Learn about the most common issues that we resolve in German Shepherds - the dog that pays a behaviourists wages!

Case Profile: The Miniature Dachshund
As a sausage dog owner myself, it’s high time we discuss the most common issues that we resolve in miniature dachshunds- yep, its barking like a Doberman!

Case Profile: The Border Collie
Learn about the most common issues that we resolve in border collies - including lunging at cars and bikes, nipping and biting children, and fear of loud noises.

Choosing the Right Dog Trainer: What to Avoid
There is a joke in my industry that the only thing which two dog trainers agree on is that the third dog trainer is wrong. And whilst it is certainly true that there is a great deal of variation in terms of tools, techniques and philosophy in the industry…

Cockerpoos, Aggression and Resource Guarding - why it’s so common and what to do about it.
If someone were to tell me that I have a resource guarding case, and I had to place a bet on what type of dog it would be, I would bet on a Cockerpoo. So why is this supposedly perfect family pet so prone to this kind of issue? Why does it start so early, and what can you do about it?