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Hummus wearing a Thundershirt


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Thunder and Lightening…Very Very Frightening

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March 15, 2020

Thunder and lightning, very very frightening…. (apologies to Queen)

Storms can bring anxiety or stress for our dogs. It’s best to prevent fear and anxiety and implement a slow and controlled desensitisation program before we get lots of unpredictable storms.

Let’s give you some strategies to help you help your puppy…


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The bond between children and dogs

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March 10, 2018

Remember growing up and having that indisputable best mate relationship with your dog? They went everywhere with you, followed you to the empty paddocks to help you make a cubby house, stood by you when you were running your first garage sale, loped along behind you and your friends…


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CAN I TREAT MY DOG TOO MUCH?

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December 12, 2017

The short answer is NO! Especially when you first start out training!
The idea for this blog came out of a discussion with a client after an information session. Where they said the one thing that stuck out to them the most was that they can never reward their dog…

MEGS HOPMAN
Bairnsdale, East Gippsland, Vic.

Hi, I’m Megs Hopman – Founder of Playful Paws: Training & Wellness (Playful Paws). Through professional and personal experience, I’ve developed an appreciation for individuality. I understand that every dog, or person, is different – and it’s important for an Animal Behavioural Specialist to develop a training plan around this individuality. I love meeting new people, and their fur best friend, and finding how to bring out the best in each partnership. The saying ‘dogs are like their owners’ doesn’t fall too short from me.

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