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As much as we wish they could, our pets cannot communicate their needs to us, so with the help of our pet behaviorist experts and vets, we’ve created a host of articles with tips, tricks, advice and more to help you create a stronger connection with your pet.

Living with a Deaf Dog

Living with a Deaf Dog

HIF Australia
ByHIF Australia
24 August 2018
Did you know you can train a deaf dog just as well as a hearing dog? The only difference is that you use hand signals instead of verbal commands. In this short clip with Pooches at Play, Animal Advocate and Dog Trainer, Lara Shannon shares her top tips for communicating with and training a deaf dog.
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How Do I Pick the Right Breed and Age of Dog for My Family?

How Do I Pick the Right Breed and Age of Dog for My Family?

HIF Australia
ByHIF Australia
14 August 2018

Thinking of adding a fur-kid to your family, but not sure where to start?  In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, Animal Advocate and Dog Trainer, Lara Shannon shares her knowledge on what breeds might be the best choice for your individual circumstances and their personality traits.

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Do Dogs Know When You’re Sad? 5 Ways Your Dog Senses your Mood

Do Dogs Know When You’re Sad? 5 Ways Your Dog Senses your Mood

Tammy George
ByTammy George
We’ve always known dogs are smart but are they really perceptive enough to know when you are sad, happy, stressed, pregnant or ill?
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