Information, guidance and tips for helping your dog live their best life. From getting your first dog through to senior care it’s all here – nutrition, health, products, training & behaviour, home living. You’ll also find articles from Puppy Tales ‘Top Dog’ Kerry in Editor’s Choice and stories of some incredible hero & star dogs!
Walking the Walk ~ Teach your Dog to Walk on a Loose Lead
Loose lead walking can be one of the most challenging activities to teach your dog. Nevertheless it’s important training. Being dragged around the streets by your dog is not only frustrating but it can also
First Aid for Dogs – General tips
If you are a dog owner, this is an important article. It gives you an idea of how to perform basic first aid, what to do/not to do in an emergency situation and a few
Dogs may bleed for a number of reasons. These include a car accident or animal fight (and in this case your should also read first aid for dogs in the event of a car accident
First Aid for Dogs – Insect Sting
We all know that dogs love to sniff and to run about in the grass. And this can result in them disturbing insects that bite like bees, wasps and mosquitos. Dogs will commonly have a
First Aid for Dogs – Serious Injury or Car Accident
A car accident for a dog can result in very serious injuries and sometimes be fatal. Often there will be obvious signs of trauma but sometimes there will be internal injuries that may not be obvious,
9 Reasons to Let Your Dog Break the Rules!
How stupendously, eye-poppingly exciting is getting a new dog? On a scale of one to ten, it comes in at 11. So much to look forward to! And you’re determined to do things right and
11 Things to do Today to ensure your Dog is Always with You
Regardless of whether your dog is still a playful puppy or a gentle senior – no one likes to think of that horrible time when eventually our best friend is going to leave us. If
Interview with Dr Chris Brown, the Bondi Vet
Jen (of Dog Adventures) and I and our doggies were invited by Medibank to head out for a day of fun at their Dog Day Out and to interview their Pet Insurance Ambassador, Dr Chris
Nutrition and care for the older dog
Everyone knows that our dietary requirements change as we age. And while there aren’t too many independent studies that suggest the same is true for dogs, we can assume that their nutritional requirements will alter
Training your dog to come when called!
Having trouble getting your dog to come to you at the off-leash park? Maybe I can be of some assistance! Helping your dog build a positive association towards you at the park is a MUST
Do you often find yourself doing things, even if you don’t want to, because of your dog? Welcome to the wonderful world of living with dogs! For me, it can be anything from exercising in
Brachycephalic or short-nosed dogs: what you need to know!
What could be cuter than the deliciously squeezable face of a Pug? Or more fashionable than a French Bulldog? It’s impossible not to fall head over heals for these ‘squishy faced’ dog breeds. They also
Phodography™ You'll Adore
Puppy Tales acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land of which we live and work. We extend our deep respects to Elders past, present and emerging, across all the sacred Country we gratefully create upon.
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