Research
Fear periods in dogs: what does the science actually say?
The term “fear period” is used a lot in puppy advice, giving a sense that young dogs move through development according to a fixed calendar. However, it is much more nuanced than this. Early canine social development is better understood…
Science of Connection: The Pet Effect
A recent study found that pet interaction was linked with slightly better mood, but pets did not act as reliable…
Science of Connection – The Paradox of Choice
Why conflicting pet behaviour advice can leave owners stuck, and how to find a clearer starting point. When an animal’s…
Pain in Dogs: Behavioural Signs Often Missed
A new study suggests people are better at recognising overt pain in dogs than subtler behavioural signs.
What pets reveal in courtship
The other day, I was out walking with a friend when she told me she had offered to let her…
Ancient DNA places dogs in human societies earlier than expected
Ancient dog DNA has pushed back the earliest genetically confirmed dog by around 5,000 years. Here is what the research…
When a new baby changes the dog-owner relationship
What happens to the dog-owner relationship when a new baby arrives? Research-informed insight into changes in interaction, owner guilt, behaviour…
From Prehistoric Companions to Fur Babies: What Science Reveals About the Human–Animal Bond
Short, self-certifiable CPD for animal professionals in just 15 minutes How did we move from prehistoric humans imagining the minds…
Science of Connection – Weather Shapes State and Behaviour
Weather changes more than daily plans. It can influence how pets experience their environment, regulate stress, and respond behaviourally. This…
Why separation-related problems remain one of the most complex issues we see in pet dogs
New research is helping build a clearer picture of what professionals consistently see in dogs with separation-related problems. Drawing on…
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