Considering that so many of us have had to take our entire lives “online” recently, dog training is no different. But does online dog training actually work? As many of you know, I am a dog trainer and dog behavior expert with 17 years experience at City Sit Stay. Having only dabbled previously in online teaching, 2020 became the first year where it was almost…

AS MANY COUNTRIES GO BACK INTO LOCKDOWN AND TIERED RESTRICTIONS, WE THOUGHT IT WAS A GOOD TIME TO RESTART THE COVID CHRONICLES SERIES. GIGI IS AN AMERICAN WRITER BASED IN EUROPE WITH HER PARTNER AND DOG LUNA. I AM CURIOUS TO KNOW HOW SHE IS DOING IN ESTONIA AND TO SEE HOW THE RESTRICTIONS HAVE AFFECTED HER. (This interview was conducted in May 2020- at…

Christmas is one of those times where it’s both a blessing and a curse to be with our dogs. It’s the best time ever when they are cute and cuddly and want nothing more than to just be chill and calm and adorable. However, its an absolute nightmare when they have loads of energy and need attention but you need to wrap presents, prepare a…

OK, I’m insanely proud of this DIY. I am not much of a crafter and fail at most ideas I try. However, I had this idea last Christmas and never got round to it. So thank you Covid for the extra time we have all had this year to get our crafts on. This probably took me much longer than it should have to make,…

This year has been “ruff” for many reasons, but as we approach the holiday season we should do our best to stay joyful by giving back to those in need. For pet lovers, having the opportunity to give back and support an animal shelter or rescue would be a fulfilling way to close out the year. Bow Wow Labs Inc. (BWL), the makers of innovative…

AS MANY COUNTRIES GO BACK INTO LOCKDOWN AND TIERED RESTRICTIONS, WE THOUGHT IT WAS A GOOD TIME TO RESTART THE COVID CHRONICLES SERIES. LAURA IS A SCOTTISH BASED DOG OWNER WITH AN ADOLESCENT PUPPY. I AM CURIOUS TO KNOW HOW SHE IS DOING IN THE NORTH OF THE UK AND TO SEE HOW THE RESTRICTIONS HAVE AFFECTED HER. I’m Laura and I have a 13…

Ah, winter. Crisp winter walks, roaring fires and cosy nights in, or for many dog owners its damp walks, muddy paws and the dreaded post-walk ‘shake’ which makes the walls of your home look like a long-lost Jackson Pollock painting. With rain, fog and frost all forming the basis of the long-term weather forecast it’s safe to say that muddy dog season is very much…