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Managing your dogs fears of fireworks
25th October 2016
Bonfire night takes place traditionally on 5th November but, as we all know, nowadays, fireworks can be seen and heard for weeks before and after that date. Whilst fireworks are attractive and exciting for humans, dogs generally are far less keen and are unable to make sense of the loud bangs and explosions taking place in their normally quiet lives... read more…
Halloween - Don't let the fright turn to a bite
24th October 2016
Halloween is fast approaching and, as dog trainers and behaviour therapists, we know that this can be a particularly difficult time for dogs. Most dogs don't like change because they are used to the routine and association they have built and are most familiar with... read more…
Alabama Rot Deadly Disease to Dogs
31st August 2016
Alabama Rot or CRGV (cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy), is a canine disease that causes blood clots to form in blood vessels causing damage which leads to tissue damage. An extremely dangerous disease, its cause is currently unknown, but it can affect dogs of any breed, size or age. Unless spotted early, the disease can quickly develop and lead to kidney failure and even death. read more…
Jumping Up
17th July 2016
We often get called to see dogs who are in the habit of jumping up at people. It may be that they jump up at their owner, or visitors, or anyone they pass in the street! It’s a behaviour that can be, at best, embarrassing for the owner or, at worst, putting the owner at risk of criminal charges and an expensive fine. read more…
Introducing a new dog or puppy
21st May 2016
If you have decided that the time is right to add a new dog to your family, you will probably be feeling really excited to introduce the new addition to the rest of the family. There will be reasons why you felt that this was the right dog for your family…right age, right size, right temperament, good with children, good with other dogs etc., read more…
Dog Bite Prevention Week 2016
15th May 2016
Dog bite prevention week takes place on the third week of May annually and aims to educate people in how to avoid being bitten by a dog. It's a sad fact that dog bites, in the UK, increase more and more each year. Over the past 10 years, dog bites have increased by over 40%. read more…
Teaching Recall to your Dog or Puppy
21st April 2016
Now that we are into Spring, and the weather is warmer, many of us enjoy the chance to take our dogs out and allow them a good run off lead. If your dog comes every time you call him, that’s great. But if you find that your dog consistently ignores your recall, then you could try improving your technique, and putting some training into place for your dog... read more…
Compulsory Microchipping April 2016
15th March 2016
All dog owners need to be aware of the laws relating to dog ownership and how they apply to them. At Bark Busters we appreciate the benefits to all dogs of responsible dog ownership and so we have put together some important information about microchipping which becomes a legal requirement for all dogs in ENGLAND from 6th April 2016. read more…
Pet Theft Awareness Week UK
15th March 2016
March 14th - Pet Theft Awareness is the name of an organisation in the UK dedicated to raising awareness of the issue of pet theft. It is lobbying for changes to UK law making pet theft a crime punishable by a custodial sentence, and is also involved in campaigning for compulsory scanning of found pets to improve the chances of them being reunited with their owners. read more…
Crufts 2016
1st March 2016
Crufts, the world's largest dog show, is celebrating 125 years this year and the event will draw people from all around the World. Bark Busters are delighted to be attending the show again this year, and our team will be available to meet and chat to dog owners, and to offer advice on any training queries. Our stand will be manned throughout the four days, from 10th – 13th March 2016, so feel free to drop by and meet us any time. We can be found in Hall 1, Stand 85. read more…
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