by Leonie St Clair | Jul 16, 2020 | Features, Local News, News, Pets
In the course of lockdown there has been an enormous increase in puppy ownership. Every other call I have had has been from a new owner who is worried and confused by puppy biting. They ask, is this normal? Surely it should not be this bad? Will I cope? I want to...
by Leonie St Clair | Jun 16, 2020 | Features, News, Pets
The problem with over- friendly dogs and puppies is something I have written about before, however, with so many of you getting new pups, now feels a good time for a refresh. How can a dog ever be too friendly you ask? To be clear a friendly, relaxed outlook is great,...
by Leonie St Clair | May 21, 2020 | News, Pets
Leonie St Clair writes Pets Corner for SE Magazines. Read her latest article here: As I write this it is difficult to know for how much longer lockdown is to continue. A phased return to the workplace in June could still leave significant numbers facing isolation,...
by Leonie St Clair | Feb 28, 2020 | News
Separation anxiety is a well- known behaviour issue in the dog world and most dog owners will have heard of it or know someone who’s pet has a problem with being alone. However, it is much less recognised that cats may also suffer forms of distress when they are left...
by Leonie St Clair | Jan 13, 2020 | News
Those of you with autumn pups will now be heading towards dog adolescence and all the challenges that brings. Young dogs often go off the rails at this time and the ‘perfect puppy’ can suddenly morph into ‘Dennis the Menace’. Puppy play biting can try our...
