Do dogs have intelligent or selective hearing?
It’s well known that dogs have excellent hearing abilities but why do some breeds seem to be better at it than others? First of...
Are pet friendly holiday venues all that they say?
When considering a holiday as a dog owner, there is always the same dilemma. Do you leave your dog in kennels or do you...
Do humans really understand dogs?
If only dogs could talk. Let’s be honest. Most of us have made that statement when we are trying to find out what our...
Is the Lhasa Apso a stubborn dog breed?
Those of us lucky enough to have a Lhasa Apso in our lives, know that these beautiful dogs make ideal family pets. Lhasas are...
Why does my dog bark at animals on TV?
Lately, I have become very interested in the reasons some dogs become agitated when animals appear on the TV screen. However, it is a...
Should your dog be allowed to sleep on your bed?
When Poppy the Lhasa Apso first came into our lives, we tried to make her as comfortable as possible in her new home. After...
What is the difference between a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and an English Bull Terrier?
History As far back as the 13th Century dogs had been bred for public entertainment such as fighting in a ring or a pit....
What is the difference between a Tibetan Terrier and a Lhasa Apso?
Top left image: File ID 9823031 | © Manfredxy | Dreamstime.com The History The Tibetan Terrier is a purebred medium sized dog which looks...
Can dogs understand words?
When I decided on the subject of a dog’s understanding of human language, I had just been in conversation with a neighbour who believes...
Which dog breed has the best sense of smell?
Most people know that a dog’s primary sense is their extraordinary sense of smell. The olfactory cortex, sometimes referred to as “the nose brain”,...