For humans, the world largely revolves around what we see. We look, read faces, pay attention to details in colors and shapes. But for your dog, it is very different. His experience of the world is guided by smell. Sight, sound, touch and taste come only afterwards. And precisely because his senses work so differently,…
Many dogs eat their food within seconds. And that is a shame, because eating can be a great moment of enrichment! Because by applying food enrichment, you ensure that your dog is not only physically challenged, but also mentally. In this article I will tell you what food enrichment is, why I think it is…
Enrichment for Dogs – What is it and why is it important? As a dog owner, you naturally want your dog to be happy and healthy. Enrichment is a way to make your dog’s life more engaging and interesting. It helps to prevent boredom and problem behavior, and that is something we all want, of…
As dog people, we want the best for our dogs, and that also applies to treats. While ready-made dog treats are convenient, they can sometimes be high in calories, sugars, or artificial additives. Luckily, nature provides a variety of healthy alternatives! Fruits and vegetables not only make delicious treats, but are also packed with vitamins,…
Ok, time to confess something. I would first finish my stack of ‘still to be read’ books before I could buy new books from myself, but I bought a book anyway. The book ‘The Forever Dog Life’ by Karen Becker and Rodney Habib was advertised quite a bit on social media, and to be honest,…
I regularly hear this question via email, during lessons at dog school or through social media, and I think it is a good question! That’s why I’m devoting a blog to it this week. Which dummy do you need for gundog training? First of all, it is important to look at what kind of dog…
