by Jim Gillies | Nov 29, 2023 | Interesting Articles
Table of Contents Toggle What are Puzzle Feeders for Dogs?Key Takeaways:Understanding the Benefits of Puzzle FeedersSelecting the Right Puzzle FeederRecommended Puzzle FeedersIntegrating Puzzle Feeders with Dog TrainingEnhancing Enrichment ActivitiesThe Role of Puzzle... 
by Jim Gillies | Apr 2, 2023 | Interesting Articles
Epigenetics in animals is a field that explores how environmental factors, such as diet, stress, and toxins, affect gene expression in animals without altering the DNA sequence. In dogs, epigenetic changes can impact health, behaviour, and disease susceptibility.... 
by Jim Gillies | Mar 25, 2023 | Interesting Articles
Errorless learning is a dog training approach that minimizes mistakes and focuses on breaking down behaviours into manageable steps. This method promotes faster learning, increased confidence, reduced stress, and improved retention for dogs. To implement errorless... 
by Jim Gillies | Mar 17, 2023 | Interesting Articles
Table of Contents Toggle Key Takeaways: Debunking the Alpha/Dominance TheoryDebunking the Alpha Theory in Dog Behaviour and TrainingWhere did the term “Alpha” and “Schenkel Dog Hierarchy” come from:Flaws in the Alpha/Dominance Theory?:The misuse of Alpha... 
by Jim Gillies | Mar 17, 2023 | Interesting Articles
Table of Contents Toggle What is Metacognition in AnimalsMetacognition in Animals: Can They Think About Thinking?Do Dogs Recognise Themselves in the Mirror? Why do some animals fail the mirror test for self-awareness?Examples of metacognition in animalsWhy dogs fail... 
by Jim Gillies | Feb 23, 2023 | Interesting Articles
The unique owner-dog bond bond between humans and dogs dates back tens of thousands of years and has been shaped by a complex interplay of genetics, anthropology, and evolutionary biology. This relationship is built on a foundation of mutual trust, companionship, and...