Come on then, what is trigger stacking? Trigger stacking is not specific to dogs. We all go through it and can usually relate well to it. Firstly let's quickly recap what a trigger is. A trigger is something that your dog finds stressful, that triggers an emotional reaction. [...]
Does your dog have symptoms of Separation Anxiety? Have you read about the high number of dogs who have separation anxiety? Many whose owners are completely unaware? Perhaps your wondering what the symptoms of separation anxiety are so you can check? Or maybe you've had a complaint from [...]
How to calm an anxious dog; signs of anxiety in dogs The first step to understanding how to calm an anxious dog is to know the signs. There are many signs that your dog might give that tell you they are feeling anxious. Although there are some more [...]
Can dogs get Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? In the event "Identifying Traumatised Dogs and How to Support Them" Debbie Busby presented on identifying PTSD in dogs and how it may differ from other anxiety disorders. Post Traumatic Stress responses are a normal physical and emotional response to a [...]
Down Stay vs. Settle - what's the difference and why does it matter? The main difference is the underlying emotional state for the dog, which can also impact their responses. This can be important for anxious dogs, and separation anxiety dogs, when we are trying to train them [...]
