Behaviour & Training
Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads?
Usually when dogs tilt their head it's their way of communicating with you and expressing curiosity, which explains why it happens when you say walkies.
06 Sep 2023
Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Sigh?
Dogs may sigh for a number of reasons but, unlike humans, it's not always bad. Often, dogs use sighing as a way to convey relaxation and contentment.
06 Sep 2023
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Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Circle Before Lying Down?
Have you noticed that your dog likes to perform a strange circling ritual before they lie down? This is due to ingrained instincts to nest and mark territory.
06 Sep 2023
Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Yawn?
Like us, dogs man yawn because they're tired. However, they may also yawn due to stress or as a means of expressing comfort and contentment.
06 Sep 2023
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Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Pant?
Dogs may pant for a number of reasons: cooling themselves down, expressing excitement or even due to stress and anxiety.
16 Aug 2023
Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Sleep So Much?
It's normal for adult dogs to sleep for the majority of the day, usually between 12-14 hours. Sleep is essential for their vitality, growth and development.
16 Aug 2023
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Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Chase Their Tails?
Dogs chasing their tail can be hilarious, but why do they do it? It's completely normal and occurs due to ancient instinct, breed traits and sensory stimulation.
15 Aug 2023
Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Get Zoomies?
Dogs usually get the zoomies as a result of playful interactions, but they can also occur due to excess energy or as a way of releasing tension.
15 Aug 2023
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Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Howl?
Dogs may howl due to a number of reasons, such as separation anxiety, environmental stimulation, discomfort, anxiety and illness.
15 Aug 2023
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Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Roll In Poop?
Dogs roll in poop for lots of reasons, such as ancient instincts, social bonding or claiming territory. Thankfully, this behaviour can be discouraged.
15 Aug 2023
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Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Stare At You?
Dogs may stare at you for a number of reasons. The most common reason is that they're trying to get your attention for some much-needed love and attention.
11 Aug 2023
Behaviour & Training
How to Become a Dog Trainer
Butternut Box Ambassador Meera, founder of Meera Puppins, shares her expertise on how to become a dog trainer. Including the training required, pros, cons and costs.
09 Aug 2023
Behaviour & Training
Why Do Dogs Wag Their Tails?
In dogs, tail wagging can have different meanings depending on the speed and direction. It is one of the ways that dogs can communicate how they are feeling.
10 May 2023
Behaviour & Training
Separation anxiety in dogs
Dogs are pretty smart and often they just don't like being left alone. Here's a quick run through of how separation anxiety can affect your four-legged friends.
19 Aug 2020
Behaviour & Training
Introducing a new dog to the pack
So, you’ve decided that one dog just isn’t enough. Well, we can’t blame you really. However, you may have some concerns regarding your current dog and how they may react to this new arrival.
14 Aug 2020
Behaviour & Training
Can Dogs Read Facial Expressions?
Although not their own primary method of communications, research is suggesting that our dogs are learning to read our facial expressions.
13 Aug 2020
Behaviour & Training
Can my cross breed dog take part in shows?
Why let pedigrees have all the fun?! Everything you need to know about taking your mixed breed pooch to a Companion Dog Show
13 Aug 2020
