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Dogs are learning all the time — whether we intend to teach them or not. Learning doesn’t happen only during structured training sessions. That’s why it’s worth observing how your dog behaves in everyday situations and considering how those moments could be used as part...
Dog breeds have been developed for a wide variety of tasks, and different working roles require different traits from a dog. As a result, every dog has a certain energy level that is influenced by both breed and individual genetics. A dog’s original purpose —...
Author Kirsi Liikanen, 7 November 2019 Even the best of training cannot succeed if the foundation it is built on is not a solid one. Ideally, a dog’s foundational skills should be built strong when the dog is a puppy, but it’s never too late to work...
Author SportsK9 editorial team, 21 June 2017 How do you build a relationship of trust with your dog? If dogs could choose, what kind of people would they want in their life? To learn more about this intriguing topic, SportsK9 interviewed Miira Hellsten, a qualified full-time animal...
Author Sari Paavilainen, 30 May 2017 Dreaming of a new puppy usually involves picturing a rosy future with a beautifully behaved dog. Often, however, as that heady puppy smell vanishes, the rose-coloured glasses come off and the challenges start setting in. Your cute youngster pulls...
ProWarmer Dog Jacket – Ultimate Warmth for Active Dogs in Extreme Winter Conditions When winter truly shows its strength, your dog needs more than a basic winter coat. ProWarmer is a premium winter jacket designed for active dogs who train, compete and move outdoors even...
SportWarmer Dog Jacket – The Perfect Companion for Active Dogs For dog owners who take their pets seriously — whether in canicross, trail running, agility, obedience, or outdoor training — the weather can often be the biggest challenge. Wind, rain, and sudden chills can limit...
Dogs are learning all the time — whether we intend to teach them or not. Learning doesn’t happen only during structured training sessions. That’s why it’s worth observing how your dog behaves in everyday situations and considering how those moments could be used as part...
Dog breeds have been developed for a wide variety of tasks, and different working roles require different traits from a dog. As a result, every dog has a certain energy level that is influenced by both breed and individual genetics. A dog’s original purpose —...
Author Marika Kuoppala, 2 June 2017 In my work as a canine massage therapist, I constantly hear dog owners fret about not being able to spot changes in their dog’s behaviour, movement, etc. early on, only noticing problems when they get bad enough to really...