Quick Answer: Stop or shorten if the dog slows, pants heavily, lags behind, loses interest, or they seem like they’re ignoring commands — tired dogs struggle to focus. But how long is only part of the picture — the real guide is how your dog behaves on the day. How Long Should You Walk a…
“The benefits of owning a dog go beyond companionship. From mental health to daily structure—there’s lots to gain, but also, lifestyle changes are par for the course.” You’ve probably seen and heard this a million times: “Dogs are good for your health!” But what does that actually mean? Are we talking about warm cuddles and…
Before I learned about the different types of dog brushes, I assumed they all did roughly the same thing — just shaped or priced differently. Turns out, they don’t. The slicker brush I was using early on isn’t actually the best choice for Staffies (my thin-coated one wasn’t long in letting me know). Short-haired breeds…
The cliff notes: For dogs that struggle to settle alone, the biggest improvements come from calm departures, gentle desensitisation to your leaving cues, and slowly practising short absences. Comfort, enrichment, and steady routines help support the process. A behaviourist or vet can step in if things feel too big to handle alone. When your dog’s…
Poop bag dispensers solve the easy half of dog walking. The awkward part is what happens after — when the bag is full and the nearest bin is nowhere in sight. That’s where dog poop bag holders and carriers come in. If you’ve ever found yourself mid-walk with one hand occupied, juggling leads, rain, or…
The best supplements for dogs won’t work miracles—but they can help your pup recover faster after long walks, hikes, or epic zoomie sessions. Advisory note: I’m not a vet, or a salesman. Just a bloke with two Staffies who’s been down the supplements rabbit hole. Here, I share what I’ve learned about supplements that help…
Have you decided to give a pup a forever home? Congrats! To make that forever as long as humanely possible, a great start is a puppy proofing your home checklist. For that, it helps to hear about the occasional mishaps of those who’ve successfully made it through the puppy-training phase (in our case, Staffies, but…
🛈 This Post Has Been Archived This article was originally published in March 2025.I’ve now replaced it with a more in-depth guide on the subject: 👉 Understanding Separation Anxiety in Dogs You’re welcome to read this older version, and comments, though, you’ll probably get much more value from the new updated post linked to above….
Bloat… I thought I knew what it was. I mean, I’ve stuffed my face with cake and felt all bloated and uncomfortable. Once I learned about how it affects dogs though, I knew I had to do a deeper dive into how to prevent bloat in dogs. It’s so serious, every dog owner should be…