The Dog Blog

This blog is authored by the dedicated trainers at Elite Canine Training & Behaviour. Follow us for interesting stories as well as useful tips and tricks to help you towards having a better behaved dog.

What is the BEST Training for My Puppy?

Training your new puppy can be such a fun and rewarding experience, but it can also be extremely stressful and harmful if you don’t find the best fit for your furry friend. That’s why we want to help you navigate the options and find the solution that works best for you and your puppy.

Deadly Plants for Dogs if Ingested

Puppies can get into a lot of trouble by the investigating they do with their mouths. There are many plants in our gardens that can be deadly, toxic or irritating to dogs.

The Importance of Mental Stimulation for Dogs

So your Staffy is being destructive while your gone, your Border Collie chases cars along your fence and your Cavoodle barks at every little noise!

The Crate Debate - The Pros and Cons of Crate Training

If you have looked into crate training your puppy but don’t want to put your new best friend in a cage, you are not alone. This is a natural and understandable reaction. You wouldn't like to be put in a cage, so why would you do it to your new best friend? Learn more about crate training your pup from Elite Canine Training & Behaviour.

Socialisation - A Better Understanding and the Importance of Positive Interaction