Tina's Happy Hounds

25/11/2025

But do they really?

I have a working line German Shepherd who is out of very high drive IGP lines. She has never had to be taught anything by using a “heavier hand”.

I build a relationship with my dog first. I listen to her communication. I make sure to do everything I can to keep her healthy. And then I teach the things I’d like to teach. I use play, rewards, fun, and real life reinforcers. And she learns…

So, no! There is no breed of dog who needs a heavier hand! What they need is for us to learn to understand their communication, provide them with outlets for their natural behaviours, keep them safe and build on our relationship. That leaves it unnecessary to use a “heavier hand”.

25/11/2025

If your dog had a perfect day, what would it be?

My Sadie's would probably go a little something like this...

🍗 Wake up to a roast chicken dinner.

🏝 A 2 hour walk on the beach with lots of treats along the way. Alternatively in the woods or fields to dig, play, run free, and obviously play in mud or water!

😴 Nap time.

🐾 A 2 hour walk chasing squirrels in the woods.

🍗 Another roast chicken dinner.

🧠 Brain games and play with mom or dad!

😋 Treats. And more treats.

😴 Bed.

Share a snippet of your dog's perfect day in the comments below...

23/11/2025

Six hours can stretch on endlessly for a dog waiting for their person to return.

In Sweden, it’s understood that dogs shouldn’t spend the whole day alone. Animal welfare rules require that they be let out and walked at least every six hours during daytime, and younger or older dogs need even more frequent breaks.

That routine makes a difference. A moment to move. A chance to explore a scent. A small reminder that someone is paying attention to their needs.

If a dog is left alone longer than they should be, it’s considered a welfare concern. Inspectors can get involved when a dog’s basic care is being overlooked. In practical terms, this means arranging your schedule around your dog or finding help when you can’t be there.

In Sweden, many people already live this way. Dog daycares are common. Neighbors help with midday walks. Daily life is structured around showing dogs they matter, even when their humans are away for work.

Anyone who has come home to a dog exploding with joy knows the truth of it. Six hours isn’t a perfect number—it’s a thoughtful guideline. A good life for a dog comes from consistent, compassionate care.

References
Så sköter du din hund - Jordbruksverket
Animal Welfare Regulations - Dog - Länsstyrelsen (County Administrative Board)
SJVFS 2019:28: Statens jordbruksverks föreskrifter och allmänna råd om hållande av hundar och katter (L 102) - Statens jordbruksverk
Dog owners in the city - Svenska Kennelklubben

21/11/2025

Sweet Ronny has been having some trouble settling in to his new environment which is full of a lot more stimulation (noises, sights, smells) than he has been used to in his 6 year old life.

We decided to start using Freework and scent work (alongside other things) both indoors and outdoors. This is him in his yard focusing on the fun stuff rather than barking at people, cars, noises outside which is what he has done before (or he hasn't been wanting to stay in the yard for very lon).

At some point in the video you’ll see a person walking on a construction site across the street (lots of noise in the area).

He looks happy, and I would much rather have the guardian do this every day than take him for long walks outside. At least until he starts to settle in more and get used to the new environment.

(Video shared with permission from guardian).

18/11/2025

Dogs don't just behave randomly and do things out of the blue (neither do humans and we have similar brain structure).

They are sentient beings, and when we work with them, we need to consider all of the factors mentioned here by The DoGenius Institute

This is exactly why this is where I study dog behaviour!

Behaviour doesn’t happen in isolation. To truly understand animals, we need to look beyond cues and reinforcers, and consider the whole picture.

18/11/2025

Is your dog struggling when left alone?
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16/11/2025

Vi Finder Hund gør et fantastisk arbejde med at finde bortløbne hunde (og andre dyr). De har endda også hjulpet ved savnede personer.

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Jeres støtte er alt, i holder os bogstaveligt talt flyvende og hver gang en hund kommer hjem, er det jer, der gør det muligt!

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