How Do I Teach My Dog to Walk on Lead?ByLaura Vissaritis26 May 2020It should be an opportunity to get exercise, bond with your dog, absorb the surroundings and allow your dog to check the daily pee-mails.Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
Getting To Know Your PuppyByLaura Vissaritis19 May 2020If you've recently adopted a puppy, congratulations! Prepare to embark on one of the most rewarding and heart-warming journeys of your life.Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
Why Does My Dog Eat His Own Poo?ByLaura VissaritisThis question is not for faint-hearted dog owners, as not only is it fairly common behaviour in dogs, it's also a pretty normal one.Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
Reasons Why Your Pet is Being Naughty ByLaura Vissaritis27 November 2017How can you raise a pet to trust and respect you, without challenging your guidance, pushing your boundaries and occasionally being badly behaved? HIF Pet Care blogger, Laura V told us, "Well, if I must be honest, you can’t. All relationships at some point are faced with interpersonal challenges. Successful relationships however, face these with Consistency, Patience and Respect, or as I like to call it CPR. As a behaviourist, I try to get people to understand that naughtiness is a symptom of underlying issues, which is generally frustration and anxiety. Once we identify the cause of the unwanted quirks, we can help our beloved pets to overcome them." With this in mind, we caught up with Laura to hear how we can implement her CPR approach successfully, to get less naughty and more nice out of our best mates.Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
Help! My Dog Won’t Stop Barking!ByLaura Vissaritis20 November 2017Barking is one of those behaviours that is a dog’s bread and butter of communication. But how do we show our dogs that we are listening to what they have to say, without encouraging them to bark…too much? And, if our dog does bark here and there, is it fair to ask them to stop completely? In her latest article for HIF, animal behaviourist expert, Laura V, explains the reasons why your dog may be barking and how you can manage this. Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Socialise Your Dog ByLaura Vissaritis06 November 2017How can you help your dogs to become and stay socialised? In her latest article for HIF, animal behaviourst Laura V, provides her top ten tips to help not just puppy owners looking for the best ways to socialise their new family member, but also those who may have adopted a dog or who have always struggled with their dog's social skills. Click through to the article to learn how to manage the most common issues in social settings. Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to be Prepared In Case of a Pet EmergencyByTammy George02 November 2017Be prepared and know what you should do in the event of an emergency involving your pet.Category:Pet Health, Vet Visits Read MoreWrite a Comment
Finding a Pet SitterByTammy George27 October 2017Ensure your pet is left with someone who can care for them properly while you are away.Category:Pet Health, Caring for Your Furry FriendRead MoreWrite a Comment
Halloween and Keeping Your Pet SafeByLaura Vissaritis27 October 2017Halloween can be the spookiest night of the year, but keeping your pets safe doesn’t have to be tricky. HIF animal behaviourist expert, Laura V, recommends taking these simple precautions to keep your pet happy and healthy over the Halloween festivities.Category:Pet Health, Caring for Your Furry FriendRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Deal with a Begging PoochByTammy George22 October 2017Watching your dog beg for food can be cute and hard to resist but how do you get them to break the habit when you want to enjoy mealtime without the sad eyes and doggie drool?Category:Pet Health, Training Your PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
Top Ten Tips For Anxious Dogs ByLaura Vissaritis20 October 2017Do you have a shy or nervous dog, or a dog who's anxious in new situations? You can help them feel more calm and relaxed with these top ten tips from our animal behaviourist, Laura V. According to Laura, "Anxiety is the most common cause of unwanted behaviours. So, when training your dog to be better behaved, whether that be walking alongside you on lead, reducing their barking or not digging up the backyard, it pays to ask yourself ‘why’ they are doing it in the first place. How is your dog feeling? What sort of temperament does your dog have? Are you pushing their limits? Are you observing the signs of anxiety? If we start to ask ourselves why our dog is suffering and what part we are playing in it, we can start to understand how to resolve issues and move forward." Click through to the article to read how you can help change the way your dog sees the world.Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Puppy Proof Your HomeByLaura Vissaritis05 October 2017Taking a new puppy home is a very exciting and nerve-wracking time! It’s time start putting some safety boundaries in place, ones that keep your prized possessions free of needle-sharp puppy teeth and ones that keep that precious little canine away from potentially harmful human objects. With this in mind, we caught up with animal behaviourist Laura V from Dognitive Therapy to hear her top tips on puppy proofing your home. Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
Why the Breed of Your Dog Will Affect Your Pet Insurance PremiumByHIF Australia03 October 2017You may not be aware that pet insurance premiums are influenced by the breed and age of the dog that you want to get covered. But why is this? What is it about different breeds that make some so expensive to insure, and others much cheaper? In this article, money and insurance expert, Bessie Hassan from Finder.com.au explains why breed affects your dog’s pet insurance premium.Category:Pet Health, Pet InsuranceRead MoreWrite a Comment
Welcoming an Adopted Pet into Your HomeByTammy George30 September 2017Taking home an adopted pet is not always as easy as the owners imagine but with time and patience a pet can learn to love and trust its new home.Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
Tips For Introducing Your Pet to Your Newborn BabyByLaura Vissaritis29 September 2017Have you ever wondered how to prepare your dog for your newborn's arrival? According to animal expert, Laura V, "The best advice I could give anyone is to essentially ensure your pet is an integral part of the baby’s life. Involve them, have fun with them and allow them to have purpose. Providing you are empathic towards your dog and set up an environment that is both safe and positive, there is no doubt your pet and baby will grow together to be the very best of friends." In her latest article for HIF, Laura provides her top tips on how to provide a loving home to the humans and fur-kids in your family equally. Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead MoreWrite a Comment