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Dog Barking – the ultimate attention getter Vocalising is the canine communication channel most familiar to humans. Much of domestic dog social behaviour is accompanied by vocalisation. Auditory signals have many advantages over other types of communication. Dogs can reach…
ReadRewind the clock back 30 years. Most of us didn’t have front fences and lived on ¼ acre blocks, Mum’s were domestic Goddesses, kids didn’t have electronic equipment, work hours were more predictable and shorter ….. and what about our…
ReadI certainly had my work cut out for me with fellow judges yesterday at The West offices. Together we poured over 1200 entries received from readers who had entered their adorable pets in the WA’s cutest pet competition. The results…
ReadThings are in overdrive the inaugural 2014 Perth Pet Expo on this weekend 6-7 December at the Perth Convention Centre. As Ambassador I am really looking forward giving my Brain Fitness talks aimed at giving techniques and helping people understand…
ReadThe 2014 Perth Pet Expo is such a great platform to promote the mental health benefits of pet ownership. I am really impressed how well the message has been taken on board and attracted such widespread attention in the media…
ReadI took an interesting call from the lovely Kim talking about cats and settling into her new cat friendly (I’m thrilled to hear!) accommodation. The trouble is her cats have become a bit skittish and flighty as a result of…
ReadI had to share this great story on the benefits of pets and how they support independence and boost motivation. It’s such a brilliant initiative. Hen’s are amazing pets that are quirky, humourous, useful and full of personality! In the…
ReadI presented a seminar to my fellow vet colleagues and vet staff on Wednesday, 19 November 2014 at the Perth AVA offices. I brought with me my cognitive behaviour therapist, Tracey Lord who brought along her dog Zac. The audience…
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