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The Border Terrier is a working terrier of Scotch origin, developed in the Anglo-Scottish border country. The term “border” refers to both the geographic area and its inhabitants (the Scottish Borders). It is a rough-coated breed with a wedge-shaped head, powerful jaws and a tail that curls over the back or side. They are energetic … Read more
Are you wondering how to calm a Patterdale terrier? Well – I can tell you from experience that it is not an easy task! But, through socialisation, exercise and training it is possible to calm one down even if it’s just a bit! Look for the Reasons WHY your Patterdale is not calm Quite often, … Read more
Border Terriers have a double coat that works to keep them warm and dry when out and about all day in harsh winters. Their undercoat is soft, thick and fluffy and their outercoat is wiry and bristly. They don’t need all that protection in our warm, well insulated homes and very few people take … Read more
Flea bombs are products used to kill fleas that can be used for your house. If you want to get rid of the fleas in your home, a good option is to use flea bombs as they are effective in the home rather than just treating your dog. This is because fleas get in everything … Read more
If you have a stressed or reactive dog, you may have heard trainers talk about ‘trigger stacking’. This is a term used in canine psychology to identify what will push them ‘over the threshold’. If you learn how to manage your dog’s triggers this can also have a positive effect on his behaviour and well … Read more
We all know that puppy eyes are hard to resist and it is nice to give your little fur baby a tasty snack once in a while. Training also requires a healthy stash a goodies, but it can be difficult to decide which is best. Today we are talking about how to choose healthy puppy … Read more
I often get asked ‘Are Patterdale Terriers hypoallergenic?’ The short answer is no – they are not. So avoid Patterdales if you particularly want or need a hypoallergenic dog. What is a Hypoallergenic Dog? A hypoallergenic dog is basically a dog that’s fur is not going to trigger allergies. Dogs such as Poodles, Bedlington Terriers … Read more
We know that dogs love to chew. Most dogs also love their food. A Kong toy stuffed with delicious morsels is a win-win for your dog! Kong fillable toys have become the staple for enriching the lives of dogs by satisfying their natural instinct to chew, which in turn is good for their jaw … Read more
Dog’s scratching at the carpet is likely to be the same reason why they scratch at their beds before settling down. Initially, the reason is evolutionary and harks back to when dogs were wild. It’s an instinctual behaviour that’s also an habitual behaviour. There are, however, a few other reasons why dogs scratch or dig … Read more
If like me, you have an unruly terrier that needs constant stimulation and things to keep him occupied, then you should definitely consider buying a snuffle ball for dogs. They are great for keeping your dog entertained so that you can go out and leave him alone knowing that he has something to do. They … Read more