Humdinger Dogs

24/10/2024

This made me chuckle 🤣🤣

22/08/2024

I can so relate to this post … miss you Mocha!

https://www.facebook.com/share/17sjBpnnTcKzXJpR/?mibextid=WC7FNe

07/07/2024

Does anyone else’s dog live in a football mad household? Onyx does! Only she isn’t the chilled, cuddly kind of dog 😉

26/06/2024

That would be my Onyx!

17/06/2024

Interesting article in the use of ball launcher toys…

Ball launchers have become a popular accessory for dog owners who want to keep their dogs active and entertained. However, these devices can have negative effects on your dog's health and wellbeing.

Ball Launchers Can Cause Obsession:

Some dogs become obsessed with fetching a ball, which can lead to behavioural problems. They may become aggressive or anxious when they are not playing with the ball launcher, making it difficult to enjoy time with your pet. It's important to recognise the signs of obsession and to limit your dog's use of the ball launcher.

Ball Launchers Interrupt Natural Behaviour:

Dogs are naturally curious and enjoy exploring their surroundings through sniffing and relaxing. However, when they become obsessed with fetching a ball, they may lose interest in these natural behaviours. This can lead to boredom and frustration, causing your dog to become less active and less healthy.

Ball Launchers Can Cause Joint Problems:

Repeatedly launching a ball puts a lot of stress on your dog's joints, especially if they are a high energy breed. This can lead to joint problems such as arthritis, which can be very painful and expensive to treat. It's important to limit the amount of time your dog spends playing with a ball launcher and to give them plenty of rest breaks.

While ball launchers may seem like a fun and easy way to keep your dog entertained, they can have negative effects on their health and wellbeing. They interrupt natural behaviour, can cause joint problems, and lead to obsession. If you want to keep your dog healthy and happy, it's best to limit their use of ball launchers and encourage them to engage in natural behaviours such as sniffing, scent work, exploring and simply relaxing.

25/12/2023

Onyx’s first Christmas … hasn’t got the hang of unwrapping presents, but her new dinosaur was a great hit … better than the deer ears even 🤣

24/12/2023

Merry Christmas everyone & happy holidays!! 🎄🐾🎄. Love Tania & Onyx 🐾

15/12/2023

Check out this new podcast series - Help My Dog from Dr Tom Mitchell (UK Veterinary Behaviourist)

Listen to Help! My Dog: The Podcast. Dog Behaviour & Training Strategies that Work! on Spotify. The Brand New podcast from vet, behaviourist and trainer, Dr Tom Mitchell! We'll be covering all things dog behaviour to unlock the life you dream of with your dog, transforming behaviour struggles and le...