Humans and dogs are similar in that we are all creatures of habit. We like to do things in our own particular ways. When we deviate from one course of familiarity into the unknown, it can create anxiety. What makes humans slightly different is that we can often find spontaneity…

It was a usual Sunday morning and I was intending to have a lazy day doing as little as possible. Our three year old Lhasa Apso was lying on the bed with her head on my feet fast asleep. As I was not particularly comfortable, I chose to move my…

Dogs are known for their ability to intensely stare at their owners, sometimes for no apparent reason. I do not mean the guilty look after a pair of my socks has gone missing. Or even the pleading look when food is available. I know and recognise this behaviour only too…

Our wonderful doggy companions provide us with unconditional love and happiness. Unfortunately, the major pitfall with dog ownership comes when inevitably we are forced to say goodbye. The average life expectancy for dogs is around 10-11 years, which of course is not nearly long enough. The general health and quality…

Dogs are incredibly clever creatures and seem to have the ability to sense human emotions. Many dog owners will have experienced moments where their dog is really in tune with them emotionally. Dogs also seem to gravitate towards people who are happier and more loving. Can dogs really sense the good in people? Dogs are

Having pets around does not only spark joy. It also brings along lessons in life that we can learn from. Some would have pets because they’re cute. Others would have them because of companionship and emotional support. There are also pet owners that get pets because they need a house…