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It sounds harsh. And for some people, it’s uncomfortable to hear. But it needs to be said: You can’t love a dog out of bad behaviour. Love is important. Affection matters. The bond you have with your dog matters.But love alone  doesn’t teach a dog how to behave in the real world. If it did, there would be no pulling, no reactivity, no jumping, no aggression, because most dog owners absolutely adore their dogs. There would also be no need for dog behaviourists.  So why does the behaviour still...

If you’ve ever heard someone say “I need to walk my dog for hours to burn their energy” , this one’s for you. In 2026, we know better. Physical exercise alone doesn’t truly tire a dog out. Mental engagement + short bursts of movement  will drain your dog’s battery far faster than endless walking. Here’s one simple, powerful game you can run anywhere  that will mentally and physically exhaust your dog in under 10 minutes. The 10‑Minute Energy Drainer: The “Around” Game This game combines:...

If your dog appears highly responsive when food is present but largely unresponsive when it is not, this is a common outcome of how the training process has been structured rather than a flaw in the dog. Many owners interpret this pattern as stubbornness or manipulation. In reality it reflects a learning history in which the dog has been conditioned to respond to food cues rather than to the handler’s communication. In behavioural terms the dog has learned to attend to the reinforcer  rather...