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text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiWpvtrHeN1Kx-FrwVgiTNmCwEP_9gaMBcbPI-Eyt6UJ6nq3p_Wl0pjhBPAWiVKQ3SefJGhqTzawyQfgVb39PqJbeX7O-h7r7hE9GWoFiSHFMrz0P-jI0N98ZwK3Tp0E27ElT0FkTKSTXbci0IzOLMNnUTBLVp3YRZzAX4odLwzRpKnTj-NFR-kY-uCtUc\/s1572\/Introducing_Pets_to_Newborns_and_Toddlers%20-%20baby_crawling_towards_dog_pulling_away_his_face%20-%20Picsea%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1102\" data-original-width=\"1572\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiWpvtrHeN1Kx-FrwVgiTNmCwEP_9gaMBcbPI-Eyt6UJ6nq3p_Wl0pjhBPAWiVKQ3SefJGhqTzawyQfgVb39PqJbeX7O-h7r7hE9GWoFiSHFMrz0P-jI0N98ZwK3Tp0E27ElT0FkTKSTXbci0IzOLMNnUTBLVp3YRZzAX4odLwzRpKnTj-NFR-kY-uCtUc\/s16000\/Introducing_Pets_to_Newborns_and_Toddlers%20-%20baby_crawling_towards_dog_pulling_away_his_face%20-%20Picsea%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EPaws and Pacifiers: Guidelines for a Smooth Introduction of Newborns and Pets \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhile September marks the start of spring in Australia, it is also coincidentally the most popular month for babies to be born, with\u003Cb\u003E September 17th\u003C\/b\u003E being the most common birthday for these new additions.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E[1]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAs families anticipate a precious newborn, they’ll also be thinking about integrating their beloved pets seamlessly into their growing household. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPreparing for the arrival of a newborn is a daunting prospect for most parents, particularly when you’re unsure how your beloved pets will react to a new member of the family. \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPetstock\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E Ambassador and Pet Behaviour Specialist \u003Cb\u003ELara Shannon\u003C\/b\u003E, has outlined her top tips on integrating your newborn and pets as effortlessly as possible in the family home. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E#1. Preparing for the arrival of your newborn \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ETo begin with, regardless of whether your furry companion is a dog, a cat, or another type of pet, it's important to \u003Cb\u003Ehave a plan in place\u003C\/b\u003E. While dogs typically have a strong desire to please their owners, they might exhibit feelings of jealousy due to no longer being the centre of attention. This holds true for cats as well.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EWhile certain cats are more adaptable than others, generally speaking, cats can be quite sensitive. It's advisable to use the nine months of pregnancy to prepare your cat or dog for the impending arrival of the new baby. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrepare your space\u003C\/b\u003E: As you’re preparing the home for a newborn's arrival, your pet will likely be overwhelmed with new smells, sights and items, which may take some getting used to. Creating physical boundaries are important, you can do this by introducing a baby gate and allowing your pet access to other items like a crib and clothing in advance so they have time to adjust to these changes in their environment.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgGIsowBPtrb7ToM5ZCnN00L78iH07ou7Ykutpsu5sSXbabHfYdWDuHBv419e_1fCEZ0nggB6IhtHpYbjrsZAEgPtPTuK-XEVt8z_n_S0eylzUO48iS9sQTMeIjCZXnvlkgmBzhl8eLcV7MkT2Logxn6AFhPGWZYNC_s2sbqz5BGi4-s7YiEfw7TwcIV7Q\/s1500\/Introducing_Newborns_and_Toddlers_to_your_Dog-Samoyed-behind-a-retractable-baby-gate.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1000\" data-original-width=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgGIsowBPtrb7ToM5ZCnN00L78iH07ou7Ykutpsu5sSXbabHfYdWDuHBv419e_1fCEZ0nggB6IhtHpYbjrsZAEgPtPTuK-XEVt8z_n_S0eylzUO48iS9sQTMeIjCZXnvlkgmBzhl8eLcV7MkT2Logxn6AFhPGWZYNC_s2sbqz5BGi4-s7YiEfw7TwcIV7Q\/s16000\/Introducing_Newborns_and_Toddlers_to_your_Dog-Samoyed-behind-a-retractable-baby-gate.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKeeping up-to-date with vet visits\u003C\/b\u003E: Check-ups with your veterinarian are a must regardless of an incoming bub, but scheduling an appointment closer to the due date will ensure that your pet is healthy and free of any illnesses that could impact your baby. Some bacterial infections, viruses and parasites can be contagious to humans so it is important to treat these accordingly prior to a newborn's arrival. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESlowly make changes to your routine\u003C\/b\u003E: Lastly, it is helpful to remember that our furry friends are likely used to being your core focus at home, and could potentially feel uncomfortable with any sudden changes to their environment. Introducing them to the nursery or reinforcing spaces that will be pet free once your baby arrives, should begin in the months leading up to your due date. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EConsider incorporating baby sounds that are readily accessible online into your pet's daily routine. This can be done during meals, interactions, and playtime. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGradual exposure\u003C\/b\u003E will aid your pet in adjusting to these new sounds, ultimately reducing anxiety when the significant day arrives. Ensuring your pet feels loved throughout this transition is key, as it plays a pivotal role in alleviating any potential anxiety that might emerge when the awaited day finally dawns. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E2. After the baby has arrived \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEi2hXc38UaZ0xJBDw4qAbmvoJ7QJeKDOYqOD-3RjXTc_vb9pEMfH_ZcPjfnO6gqMp7kSiMPiqt9r2cGUxIlwdX2y-5oN0YSKZbEC98SJk6beJPoda1klkI93N3bOIFtzzcFMZGDCEmBcPig3mwsntCeBrt-90SUatBkLtVdGNuyju9Amp4iQL2xxR5e46w\/s1794\/Introducing_a_new_baby_to_your_dog%20-%20Labrador_pup_and_baby_crawling_on_white_fluffy_rug.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1794\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEi2hXc38UaZ0xJBDw4qAbmvoJ7QJeKDOYqOD-3RjXTc_vb9pEMfH_ZcPjfnO6gqMp7kSiMPiqt9r2cGUxIlwdX2y-5oN0YSKZbEC98SJk6beJPoda1klkI93N3bOIFtzzcFMZGDCEmBcPig3mwsntCeBrt-90SUatBkLtVdGNuyju9Amp4iQL2xxR5e46w\/s16000\/Introducing_a_new_baby_to_your_dog%20-%20Labrador_pup_and_baby_crawling_on_white_fluffy_rug.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EBringing a newborn home can be a significant adjustment for the entire family, including our beloved pets. Always ensure that you provide plenty of attention and playtime to your pet once your baby is home, so that they don’t feel left out or forgotten. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EIt is vital that you let your pet take their time in getting accustomed to your baby, and refrain from forcing them to accept the major changes happening to their home straight away. With some extra love and support, it is likely that they will come around to the newest family member in their own time so staying calm and patient is key. If your pet is still showing signs of distress, consider introducing a \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petstock.com.au\/products\/aroma-dog-calming-buddy-dog-toy-purple\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ECalming Scented Toy\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E for your dog or a \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petstock.com.au\/products\/natures-miracle-advance-platinum-cat-calming-spray\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ECalming Spray\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E for your cat. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EScented items\u003C\/b\u003E: If you have a spare pair of hands, once your baby has arrived it can be helpful to get your fur baby used to their scent. Consider taking a new blanket to the hospital to wrap your baby in, or bringing home some freshly worn clothes to present to your pet, while simultaneously giving them a reward to promote a positive reaction when you bring your baby home.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEguf2mauAkT6lq-y_ybpvsvRd8gdMI2u69WfPrieLL4TdKF7K1z_gtFcn3pCArvMh4-zaRFEbjXvzvVusektV1eoiaJrGf_GATYF-5PhH0HbZVABwUfD9GNDW_MPnkbIaREHhLH2nYRmlOYQbC4xuNGurQvQ9Vjn2gNlRrlZ94P8rTIG95gC0mM9lsaCOs\/s1024\/Introducing_a_new_baby_to_your_cat%20-%20baby%20sleeping%20right%20next%20to%20cat.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"680\" data-original-width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEguf2mauAkT6lq-y_ybpvsvRd8gdMI2u69WfPrieLL4TdKF7K1z_gtFcn3pCArvMh4-zaRFEbjXvzvVusektV1eoiaJrGf_GATYF-5PhH0HbZVABwUfD9GNDW_MPnkbIaREHhLH2nYRmlOYQbC4xuNGurQvQ9Vjn2gNlRrlZ94P8rTIG95gC0mM9lsaCOs\/s16000\/Introducing_a_new_baby_to_your_cat%20-%20baby%20sleeping%20right%20next%20to%20cat.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003ECats vs dogs\u003C\/b\u003E: Remember that cats and dogs will likely react differently to the interruption of a newborn into their space, however it is important not to leave either unsupervised with your baby. Although cats may gravitate towards new blankets or cosy up to your newborn for extra warmth, they may also show a lack of interest and should be watched carefully for any sign of irritation through hissing or scratching. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EUnlike cats, dogs will likely be more captivated by your baby and can become quite protective quickly. As long as you monitor your dog and reward positive and gentle behaviours, it's possible that they may have a new best friend! \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EVisitors\u003C\/b\u003E: With your extended family and friends itching to meet the newest addition to the brood, ensure that you keep a dedicated area for your pets filled with enrichment toys and comfort items to prevent increased anxiety so they know they have a safe space to retreat to should it all be too overwhelming. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E3. Introducing a pet to your toddlers \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiYwwdMz-22tbHy5JyaBkCRGroR00axRVWTMSMrE8Yks7yYHVAcbgFSj4jllPhEeNAPpgiZkIZMaSuRzBbAt20oovgW1cSse3eBB9uysQh2l7h2NPYOCfessoCFT0ao7AkkPtcAdUsegi5ZV7xU0PJdmR7FMIKHs3HDnrlXIVYAPTg5ADuzKLNGQHsCIJA\/s1850\/Introducing-pets-to-a-Toddler-little-girl-holds-Beagle-puppy-her-arms%20-%20Image%20by%20freepic.diller%20on%20Freepik.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1233\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiYwwdMz-22tbHy5JyaBkCRGroR00axRVWTMSMrE8Yks7yYHVAcbgFSj4jllPhEeNAPpgiZkIZMaSuRzBbAt20oovgW1cSse3eBB9uysQh2l7h2NPYOCfessoCFT0ao7AkkPtcAdUsegi5ZV7xU0PJdmR7FMIKHs3HDnrlXIVYAPTg5ADuzKLNGQHsCIJA\/s16000\/Introducing-pets-to-a-Toddler-little-girl-holds-Beagle-puppy-her-arms%20-%20Image%20by%20freepic.diller%20on%20Freepik.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: #eef2f4; color: #5f7d95; text-wrap: nowrap;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003EImage by freepic.diller on Freepik\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhen introducing young children to a pet, it's crucial to educate them on appropriate interactions with animals, which involves acting calm and understanding pets' body language. Research indicates that children under five often interpret dog expressions based on human similarities.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E[2]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E This can lead to misunderstandings, such as mistaking a dog's bared teeth for a friendly smile, even when the dog might be displaying aggression. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EAlways \u003Cb\u003Eremember to supervise interactions between young children and pets\u003C\/b\u003E and closely monitor your pet’s body language for signs of discomfort or distress.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjnKWDziYVa1-J0E-idePGBPm33AsV4pdZ0g34iDonYI9Kg9bx8NX1wlTG93qTdPc49m5_a0obSQY5ZNyA-HaLkNFrgGCp4z00QwjaxBqMEp2R4jM08CBPFBZD1PlJcP5DP972m4Rao_fep91BvCGg8uXavxaOxUq8c6v4NA7X7i2bAhQlecaZ7XSAIph4\/s1850\/Introducing_Dog_to_a_Toddler%20-%20little-girl-pats-Maltese-Shi-Tzu-on-head%20-%20Image%20by%20user18526052%20on%20Freepik.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1233\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjnKWDziYVa1-J0E-idePGBPm33AsV4pdZ0g34iDonYI9Kg9bx8NX1wlTG93qTdPc49m5_a0obSQY5ZNyA-HaLkNFrgGCp4z00QwjaxBqMEp2R4jM08CBPFBZD1PlJcP5DP972m4Rao_fep91BvCGg8uXavxaOxUq8c6v4NA7X7i2bAhQlecaZ7XSAIph4\/s16000\/Introducing_Dog_to_a_Toddler%20-%20little-girl-pats-Maltese-Shi-Tzu-on-head%20-%20Image%20by%20user18526052%20on%20Freepik.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: #eef2f4; color: #5f7d95; text-wrap: nowrap;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003EImage by user18526052 on Freepik\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThis attentiveness is particularly crucial during the initial days of introducing a new pet or vice versa. Additionally, reinforcing positive behaviours from your pet, like being calm or curious around children, through treats or praise can help solidify these actions for the future. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThe bond between humans and pets is undeniably special, so if you are expanding your family with a puppy or a kitten, consider purchasing a \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petstock.com.au\/products\/lexi-me-puppy-starter-kit-1?_gl=1%2A1i7nq1n%2A_ga%2ANjgwNzk2NjI2LjE2OTIyMzA3MjI.%2A_ga_N6H4CZJYHX%2AMTY5MjU3NDYwMi4yLjEuMTY5MjU3NDY0NS4xNy4wLjA\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EPuppy\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;or \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petstock.com.au\/products\/lexi-me-kitten-starter-kit?_gl=1%2A1path38%2A_ga%2ANjgwNzk2NjI2LjE2OTIyMzA3MjI.%2A_ga_N6H4CZJYHX%2AMTY5MjU3NDYwMi4yLjEuMTY5MjU3NDYyMC40Mi4wLjA\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EKitten\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E starter pack, to make your fur baby feel right at home. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E1 Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2017\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E2.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPLoS ONE, 2023\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EMEDIA RELEASE, September 2023\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003ERelated Stories:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2020\/05\/what-is-right-age-for-kids-to-have-dog.html\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EWhat is the Right Age for Kids to Have a Dog?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/warning-about-cute-pets-kids-posts-on.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EWarning about Cute Pets \u0026amp; Kids Posts on Social Media\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2022\/03\/national-kids-and-pets-day-2022-april-26.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjQf2oGxx58RJKaaSsKGViuxQs3VqivtiAqwcK8wxy0w1GbIXEXOAezB-Xc_vjbCI9_-8UeT2_8P6IQCjEpQCddBqbxnlTagvJ6I6hy3BeKM7Zxrl9o_kz4PHFjr3wkEEH77ROGa4nvaEu570iiB5hKi0MV747bK1KpphorFQilxVpW46MCb25zfw3s750\/s1850\/Tummy%20to%20Temperament%20-%20How%20Canine%20Gut%20Health%20Affects%20Behaviour%20by%20Dr%20Rebecca%20Wilcox.png\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1265\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjQf2oGxx58RJKaaSsKGViuxQs3VqivtiAqwcK8wxy0w1GbIXEXOAezB-Xc_vjbCI9_-8UeT2_8P6IQCjEpQCddBqbxnlTagvJ6I6hy3BeKM7Zxrl9o_kz4PHFjr3wkEEH77ROGa4nvaEu570iiB5hKi0MV747bK1KpphorFQilxVpW46MCb25zfw3s750\/s16000\/Tummy%20to%20Temperament%20-%20How%20Canine%20Gut%20Health%20Affects%20Behaviour%20by%20Dr%20Rebecca%20Wilcox.png\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe canine ‘gut microbiome’ refers to the incredibly diverse\ncommunity of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microbes or microorganisms\nthat live in a dog's gastrointestinal (GI) tract, or gut. And it’s not just\nabout bacteria; it turns out\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0178433\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Emany viruses\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E are essential to health too.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EBut firstly; the gut comprises the \u003Ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003Eentire intestinal tract\u003C\/i\u003E, beginning in a dog’s mouth, and ending at\ntheir anus. And it turns out, the gut is responsible for innumerable functions,\nnot simply digesting food. Research shows the\u003Cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003Ecanine gut microbiome\u003C\/b\u003E is \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5907387\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Every\nclosely related to ours\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;[1] and we also \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fcimb.2020.00073\/full\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eshare\nmicrobes\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E with our companions. Sharing our homes with dogs (and cats) is\ngreat for pet parents’ microbiome health, too. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThese microscopic critters have co-evolved with our dogs, helping\nto optimise food digestion, regulate the immune system, mood, and even produce\nessential vitamins, such as B vitamins and vitamin K.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EThe Emerging\nScience of the Gut-Brain Axis\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThat feeling of ‘butterflies in your stomach’ when you’re nervous?\nFeeling ‘sick to your stomach’ when you hear bad news? Having a ‘gut feeling’\nabout something? All of this, in humans, is now being attributed to a \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27641441\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Every real connection\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;[2] between our\nmicrobiome and brain. The gut microbiome influences the development of the\nbrain and are now implicated, in humans, in numerous neurological diseases,\nincluding dementia, and conditions such as \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10146621\/#:~:text=The%20gut%20microbiota%20and%20the,live%20in%20the%20gastrointestinal%20system.\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Edepression\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #0563c1;\"\u003E, \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eanxiety\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, autism, and bipolar disorder.\u0026nbsp;\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10146621\/#:~:text=The%20gut%20microbiota%20and%20the,live%20in%20the%20gastrointestinal%20system.\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: black;\"\u003E[3]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe same goes for our dogs. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjJb4_pGoSpwX8Nk6-t0FFuf_z6zsp2AETAcghqY5Ior9Ze6brAliCFgRX2AyQY7db23dxsjDVkY0v38_0kbjz3to7MTVdZ0C1_AnNNTZ84nHTtEXGgskdvFbjqKyWT2A5LTI9X80_Gwps3hbdxVDB4yuYiO77VGiPLG0ux5GlResmLIPBNaNStKA5cYMI\/s1920\/How_Canine_Gut_Health_influences_Dog_Behaviour%20-%20depressed%20puppy%20lying%20on%20the%20floor.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1200\" data-original-width=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjJb4_pGoSpwX8Nk6-t0FFuf_z6zsp2AETAcghqY5Ior9Ze6brAliCFgRX2AyQY7db23dxsjDVkY0v38_0kbjz3to7MTVdZ0C1_AnNNTZ84nHTtEXGgskdvFbjqKyWT2A5LTI9X80_Gwps3hbdxVDB4yuYiO77VGiPLG0ux5GlResmLIPBNaNStKA5cYMI\/s16000\/How_Canine_Gut_Health_influences_Dog_Behaviour%20-%20depressed%20puppy%20lying%20on%20the%20floor.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe interaction between the microbiome and the brain is\nfacilitated several ways, involving neural connections via the vagus nerve,\nimmune system pathways, and specific chemicals produced by gut bacteria, called\nmetabolites. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ELet’s define the canine microbiome in greater detail.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EComposition\nof the Canine Microbiome\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2e2e2e;\"\u003EDogs harbour distinct microbiomes throughout their\nbody, varying with location, e.g.: ear canal, skin, respiratory tract, urinary\ntract, and gut, etc. Most studies in dogs have centred the gut microbiome,\nthough it’s critical to keep in mind that other microbiome populations\nthroughout the body \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34509665\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ehave\nimpacts on health\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2e2e2e;\"\u003E. [4]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe composition of the canine microbiome \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9478664\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Evaries\naccording\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E to a dog's genetics, sex, age and diet, environment, medications,\nand general health. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EWhen present in a harmonious balance, healthy microbes promote\nwellbeing, though when the microbiome is out of kilter, this is called\n‘dysbiosis.’ Dysbiosis is associated with numerous canine diseases, ranging\nfrom intestinal disorders, \u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cb\u003Eskin\nissues\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E, \u003Cb\u003Eobesity\u003C\/b\u003E, \u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cb\u003Earthritis\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E, and \u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cb\u003Ebehavioural\nproblems\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThat said there is a little bit of a ‘\u003Ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003Echicken and egg\u003C\/i\u003E’ element here: is the microbiome unbalanced \u003Ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003Ebefore\u003C\/i\u003E the disease begins, or does the\ndisease \u003Ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003Ecause\u003C\/i\u003E dysbiosis? Or is it a\nbit of both?\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiBox7NEwyHglnXt8on5YStjy6QkJ4N8ZxleUUT7hkRVEWBHFnbc7e0mPJCckniNSNoppzqZQ1YvYoxCEXV6MVFz-1YXTca7T2QcPN7BWGV3IiaiP5n6_r37WM9UKdhaw9Rn_ThaU-DuZ-YYab9_y60A1IhOnUnxzCLY71WZZpot-xaWoXP7Lqc7TjmmrQ\/s750\/How_canine_gut_hhealth_affects_behaviour%20-%20%20Lactating%20Golden%20Retriever%20passing%20her%20microbiome%20to%20her%20pups.png\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"500\" data-original-width=\"750\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiBox7NEwyHglnXt8on5YStjy6QkJ4N8ZxleUUT7hkRVEWBHFnbc7e0mPJCckniNSNoppzqZQ1YvYoxCEXV6MVFz-1YXTca7T2QcPN7BWGV3IiaiP5n6_r37WM9UKdhaw9Rn_ThaU-DuZ-YYab9_y60A1IhOnUnxzCLY71WZZpot-xaWoXP7Lqc7TjmmrQ\/w400-h266\/How_canine_gut_hhealth_affects_behaviour%20-%20%20Lactating%20Golden%20Retriever%20passing%20her%20microbiome%20to%20her%20pups.png\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIn Texas, veterinarians and scientists test dog stool samples for\nthis \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/referenceworkentry\/10.1007\/978-1-4614-6418-1_433-1\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eimbalance\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, using the ‘\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/vetmed.tamu.edu\/gilab\/service\/assays\/canine-microbiota-dysbiosis-index\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Edysbiosis\nindex\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E’.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EUnfortunately, this test is not available in Australia, but the Texas group\nhave identified bacteria that are present in high levels in healthy dogs, and\nnot \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26000959\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ein\nunwell dogs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background: white; color: black;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E. \u003C\/i\u003E[5]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background: white; color: black; font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAt birth, and as\npuppies, dogs acquire their microbiome \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9951692\/\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background: white; color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Efrom their mothers\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background: white; color: black; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E, however its structure and composition\nchanges throughout life. [6]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe microbiome has fundamental roles in:\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#1. Digestion and\nNutrient Absorption\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EMicrobes break down dietary fibres, resistant starch and proteins\nthat are otherwise indigestible for dogs. This process produces compounds,\ncalled short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that nourish the gut cells, maintaining\nthe health and integrity of the intestinal lining.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThese SCFAs are also \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8614570\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eneuroprotective\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, promoting\nbrain health.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#2. Regulation of\nthe Immune System \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe microbiome trains the immune system to recognise pathogens,\nwhilst ignoring healthy microbes, harmless substances, and the body’s own\ncells. \u003Cb\u003EThe microbiome prevents allergies\u003C\/b\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2022\/10\/the-many-faces-of-autoimmune-disease-in.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eautoimmune diseases\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E developing. An\nabnormal immune response towards healthy gut bacteria is implicated in \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31369623\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Einflammatory bowel disease\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. [7]\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EDogs with\nthis condition typically have microbiome dysbiosis and faecal microbial\ntransplants (FMT), where faeces from healthy dogs is transplanted into the\nintestines of dogs with \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9413255\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Echronic\ngut disease\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, is becoming a \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/36256653\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eroutine\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, effective treatment. (In fact, \u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/classic.clinicaltrials.gov\/ct2\/results?cond=\u0026amp;term=FMT\u0026amp;cntry=\u0026amp;state=\u0026amp;city=\u0026amp;dist=\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EFMT\nis being \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/classic.clinicaltrials.gov\/ct2\/results?cond=\u0026amp;term=FMT\u0026amp;cntry=\u0026amp;state=\u0026amp;city=\u0026amp;dist=\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eexplored\nin\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\nclinical trials for a myriad of human illnesses).\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIn dogs, FMTs use non-obese donors, as amazingly, \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7173282\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Efaeces\nfrom obese dogs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E causes obesity in recipients. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#3. Integrity of\nthe Gut Barrier \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background: white;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe lining of\nthe gut acts as a barrier between foreign materials (such as \u003Cb\u003Etoxins\u003C\/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003Ebacteria\u003C\/b\u003E,\n\u003Cb\u003Efood allergens\u003C\/b\u003E etc.) and the blood. During digestion, beginning in the mouth\nand ending with the excretion of waste products, as faeces, only certain\nsubstances should be absorbed by the intestines. \u003Cspan style=\"color: #2d2b26;\"\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EA balanced microbiome maintains the integrity of this barrier, the\nso-called gut mucosal barrier.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhGUHlGgCwBWeFBrZIm8Mc_pQTylh5l67DlZIqEAtPfLYF3HgybQcCoPfxM46uy_Aqgbi9ryzt8GCrHT1EkMk9SQo_Gpx-aplaRkrWPcfmyz9V6CjuPVoV3tKto4WCmapqhroULaQfk-6eH7uN6jDSE6evObev2JpWz2M7WOaW80UasoJ8aWIKSmzZuaFI\/s600\/Canine%20Gut%20Health%20-%20disruptions%20in%20the%20integrity%20of%20the%20gut%20barrier%20causing%20Leaky%20Gut%20Syndrome.png\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"449\" data-original-width=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhGUHlGgCwBWeFBrZIm8Mc_pQTylh5l67DlZIqEAtPfLYF3HgybQcCoPfxM46uy_Aqgbi9ryzt8GCrHT1EkMk9SQo_Gpx-aplaRkrWPcfmyz9V6CjuPVoV3tKto4WCmapqhroULaQfk-6eH7uN6jDSE6evObev2JpWz2M7WOaW80UasoJ8aWIKSmzZuaFI\/s16000\/Canine%20Gut%20Health%20-%20disruptions%20in%20the%20integrity%20of%20the%20gut%20barrier%20causing%20Leaky%20Gut%20Syndrome.png\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EDisruption of this barrier, by certain\ncompounds, pathogens, and an \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35202290\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eabnormal microbiome\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E increases\nthe permeability of the gut lining. This is sometimes referred to as ‘\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/vcahospitals.com\/know-your-pet\/leaky-gut-syndrome-in-dogs\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eleaky\ngut syndrome\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E’. Increased permeability allows harmful substances and microbes\ndirect access the blood stream, causing \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5988153\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ewidespread\ninflammation\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E and numerous disease conditions.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#4. Production of\nNeurotransmitters\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ESome of the microbes in the gut produce neurotransmitters, the\nchemical messengers regulating mood, behaviour, appetite, and sleep. More \u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-022-05756-0#:~:text=More%20than%2090%25%20of%20the,%2C21%2C22%2C23.\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ethan\n90%\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\n\u003C\/span\u003Eof \u003Cb\u003Ethe body’s ‘happy’ neurotransmitter, serotonin, is produced in the gut\u003C\/b\u003E.\nCertain types of gut bacteria produce \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8234057\/#:~:text=GABA%20is%20produced%20by%20Bacteroides,colonic%20enterochromaffin%20cells%20%5B31%5D.\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eγ-aminobutyric\nacid\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #040c28;\"\u003E, or\u003C\/span\u003E ‘GABA,’\u003Cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/span\u003Ewhich has a\ncalming impact on the brain. Other neurotransmitters, involved in the ‘fight or\nflight’ response, and other body functions are \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6005194\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ealso\nproduced in significant quantities\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E by the microbiome.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEj_47qZNQyW9ctO1PILTSDXrs6cl3rPZrFzAK6BD6FlmpPhSKzoq5mQR73o6jysHjuKsV0MGVIGNb6ctds99jRuGOuGGsEd6ryrKdkV5HbJpFS4QcX-ysJxcoQpwFjmGqrNtr3kFuSefz2c0_iQwwVjjXQNODHWddK-eMjcN9NmLxsYYSIxzIjMRsPqUZs\/s1450\/How_the_gut_microbiome_influences_neurological_conditions_in_dogs_like_depression_and_anxiety.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"971\" data-original-width=\"1450\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEj_47qZNQyW9ctO1PILTSDXrs6cl3rPZrFzAK6BD6FlmpPhSKzoq5mQR73o6jysHjuKsV0MGVIGNb6ctds99jRuGOuGGsEd6ryrKdkV5HbJpFS4QcX-ysJxcoQpwFjmGqrNtr3kFuSefz2c0_iQwwVjjXQNODHWddK-eMjcN9NmLxsYYSIxzIjMRsPqUZs\/s16000\/How_the_gut_microbiome_influences_neurological_conditions_in_dogs_like_depression_and_anxiety.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe microbiome has a significant impact on a dog’s \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32846928\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ememory and ability to learn\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E as they age.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ECertain canine \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32021942\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ephobias\nand aggressive behaviour\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E have been linked to high levels of particular bacteria, and\nmodulation of the microbiome is being investigated as a treatment modality in\nbehavioural disorders. Research has identified microbiome associations in \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8614570\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ecanine\nepilepsy\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E and auto-immune disorders affecting the \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28125651\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ecanine brain\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E#5. Vagal Nerve\nCommunication\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe vagus nerve is the major ‘super-highway’ between the gut and\nthe brain. Some \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28092661\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Egut\nbacteria\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E stimulate this nerve directly, sending signals to the brain. This\npathway plays a role in regulating stress responses and significantly impacting\na \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30643689\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Edog's\nbehaviour\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#6. Detoxification\n\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgtP3tZAEsFFqV6QvZDby6uJ1Q4ftJVs8DCGA5ZOdUAB0-vF3AibCs5CVtmslnghmiVIFwDDkmtIpc9iuvrbvj9JP_TAMKyteHF9llIdiID79NkYB-8s_1n7kW5bsx5rKIQGv8d58BjPM7kyQucqjxNKePuHxFaZLtt8andShdQ-qwxCeuiWvqQbQX2YJE\/s1800\/Veterinarian_Dr_Rebecca_Wilcox_patting_her_Irish_Wolfhound_Hilda_upside_down.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1800\" data-original-width=\"1440\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgtP3tZAEsFFqV6QvZDby6uJ1Q4ftJVs8DCGA5ZOdUAB0-vF3AibCs5CVtmslnghmiVIFwDDkmtIpc9iuvrbvj9JP_TAMKyteHF9llIdiID79NkYB-8s_1n7kW5bsx5rKIQGv8d58BjPM7kyQucqjxNKePuHxFaZLtt8andShdQ-qwxCeuiWvqQbQX2YJE\/w320-h400\/Veterinarian_Dr_Rebecca_Wilcox_patting_her_Irish_Wolfhound_Hilda_upside_down.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe gut microbiome is critical in detoxifying various harmful\ningested compounds. I suspect Hilda, my carrion-loving Irish Wolfhound has a\nparticularly excellent microbiome, in this respect.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EDetoxification \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6971114\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eprotects\ndogs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\nagainst acute toxicity, whilst preventing accumulate of compounds to toxic\nlevels.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe microbiome impacts the way the body metabolises drugs. This\nmay explain why some dogs with the same disease \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fvets.2019.00498\/full\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Erespond\nto certain treatments\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E whilst others do not. In humans with cancer, the microbiome is\ndetermining the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8276067\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eresponse\nto immunotherapies\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. The same likely applies to our dogs and pet dogs with cancer are\nin \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9412231\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eclinical\ntrials\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E investigating this. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E#7. Competition\nwith Pathogens\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EA healthy, diverse microbiome may \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5657496\/#:~:text=In%20addition%20to%20metabolic%20benefits%2C%20the%20microbiota%20provides%20the%20host,and%20protection%20against%20pathogen%20colonization.\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eprevent\ncolonisation with harmful bacteria\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, by competing for nutrients and attachment sites along the gut\nlining. This ‘competitive exclusion’ guards against gut infections and\novergrowth of harmful bacteria, causing dysbiosis.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EDysbiosis may increase production of certain toxins or\nmetabolites, affecting brain function and behaviour. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34509665\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EResearch shows\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;[4] that overproduction of ammonia\nand certain bacterial metabolites, contributes to cognitive decline and erratic\nbehaviours in dogs.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EWhat can I do\nto improve my dog’s microbiome?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ETo understand how we can improve our friend’s microbiome, we need\nto understand the modifiable factors contributing to dysbiosis. The most \u003Cb\u003Ecommon\nculprits\u003C\/b\u003E are \u003Cb\u003Eantibiotics\u003C\/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003Edietary changes\u003C\/b\u003E, and \u003Cb\u003Eperiods of illness\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;or \u003Cb\u003Estress\u003C\/b\u003E. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe primary way we can impact the gut microbiome is through\nfeeding a diet supporting good microbes and intestinal health, and adding\nhealthy microbes to the gut, via food. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EA Balanced,\nDiverse Diet \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EDog food is a controversial, impassioned topic, but there are some\nnon-negotiables when it comes to the microbiome. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EFeed a high-quality diet that meets the AAFCO's (Association of American\nFeed Control Officials) standards and is appropriate for your dog's size, life\nstage and health status. You can supplement this with various proteins and\nvegetables, providing a plethora of beneficial nutrients, microbes, and\nenvironmental enrichment for your pup! \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EIncorporate fresh, unprocessed\u003C\/b\u003E \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2015\/10\/people-foods-your-dog-can-eat-safely_23.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Efoods that are safe for dogs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. \u003Cb\u003EBone\nbroth\u003C\/b\u003E, without seasonings and additives, is rich in gelatine and other\nnutrients, supporting \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8618064\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ethe\ngut lining\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E and is also anti-inflammatory.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2020\/02\/the-health-benefits-of-adding-yogurt-to.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjxLh-sWD9vFRN1NNju4jJIAqpM9oTJZr24L8YxAjpdxP6M68_odF-nkOD2EDfhzUirFz7gabpPMm-eWxXz9zOCSPTHiRhcXXmbzzNurt6xe1mzvMhHrJdAewK7R2llxVxG0MCG3s7VJww-i6YtmnU1V6hDTlJgmt1RK3cw-n-eQPGqJQzb2SHtVDLuy1A\/s724\/How_to_improve_your_dog's_gut_microbiome%20-%20clean%20dirty%20bowls%20with%20biofilm%20or%20mould.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"483\" data-original-width=\"724\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjxLh-sWD9vFRN1NNju4jJIAqpM9oTJZr24L8YxAjpdxP6M68_odF-nkOD2EDfhzUirFz7gabpPMm-eWxXz9zOCSPTHiRhcXXmbzzNurt6xe1mzvMhHrJdAewK7R2llxVxG0MCG3s7VJww-i6YtmnU1V6hDTlJgmt1RK3cw-n-eQPGqJQzb2SHtVDLuy1A\/w400-h266\/How_to_improve_your_dog's_gut_microbiome%20-%20clean%20dirty%20bowls%20with%20biofilm%20or%20mould.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2020\/02\/the-health-benefits-of-adding-yogurt-to.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EGreek yoghurt\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E (in dairy-tolerant dogs) is another good addition, providing\nbeneficial live bacteria. \u003Cb\u003EClean fresh water\u003C\/b\u003E is essential. Dirty bowls with \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35805598\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ebiofilms\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;[8] and mould contribute to dysbiosis.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EI recommend pet parents research diet, visiting \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/nutritionrvn.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eevidence-based sites\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIf you plan\nto make food at home, please work with a veterinarian and nutritionist to\nensure a balanced diet. \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EVet\nconfession: I struggle to balance my own diet, let alone make a complete diet\nat home for Hilda, so I supplement kibble with whole foods.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EConsider\nProbiotics and Prebiotics\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EProbiotics\u003C\/b\u003E are beneficial bacteria, added to the diet, which can\ntemporarily help balance the microbiome. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white; border: none; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 18pt; mso-border-shadow: yes; mso-padding-alt: 31.0pt 31.0pt 31.0pt 31.0pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: black;\"\u003EProbiotic \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vet.cornell.edu\/departments-centers-and-institutes\/riney-canine-health-center\/health-info\/power-probiotics\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Elabels\nshould include\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: black;\"\u003E:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white; border: none; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 18pt; mso-border-shadow: yes; mso-padding-alt: 31.0pt 31.0pt 31.0pt 31.0pt;\"\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003Ethe exact probiotic species (e.g., \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal; text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; mso-highlight: white;\"\u003EBifidobacterium longum\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; mso-highlight: white; text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003E).\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003Ethe number of microorganisms (probiotics are measured\nin colony forming units, or CFU; 1-10 billion CFUs daily are recommended for\ndogs).\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003Ean expiry date and storage conditions; and\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003Ea guarantee for the number of \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal; text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003Elive\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003E organisms.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe manufacturer should provide research to support claims, and probiotics should be externally audited and accredited. There is a vast difference in quality between brands, and I recommend you discuss choice with your veterinarian.\u003C\/span\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPrebiotics\u003C\/b\u003E are non-digestible fibre that serves as \u003Cspan\u003Efood\nfor the beneficial bacteria\u003C\/span\u003E. [9] Prebiotics may include \u003Ci\u003Ebeet pulp\u003C\/i\u003E, \u003Ci\u003Echicory root\u003C\/i\u003E, \u003Ci\u003Egum arabica\u003C\/i\u003E and\n\u003Ci\u003Ehigh fibre vegetables\u003C\/i\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E(Synbiotics = a probiotic and prebiotic administered together).\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EAvoid\nUnnecessary Antibiotics \u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiP-3QagfS0WkE1yjHiuXUZ8267dMAlerlob-t9XwlQtw9hZ05jM4wdTRIvqCemcmZUMNfF7w_XsDATsTckAKB1FWIkkJV_xPFKemFa-PEQdg-bq9XVclRsssaH5VPaUAjmQPGrWtx2qfCeKaNDaFV8HHiuCJFkS1c3Zf77tG0-Nupg33y08SiavSEWCXo\/s1620\/Improve_your_dog's_microbiome_by_avoiding_unnecessary_antibiotics.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1620\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiP-3QagfS0WkE1yjHiuXUZ8267dMAlerlob-t9XwlQtw9hZ05jM4wdTRIvqCemcmZUMNfF7w_XsDATsTckAKB1FWIkkJV_xPFKemFa-PEQdg-bq9XVclRsssaH5VPaUAjmQPGrWtx2qfCeKaNDaFV8HHiuCJFkS1c3Zf77tG0-Nupg33y08SiavSEWCXo\/s16000\/Improve_your_dog's_microbiome_by_avoiding_unnecessary_antibiotics.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EAntibiotics save lives and are essential for treating certain\nbacterial infections. However, they damage the microbiome, and must be used\njudiciously, and \u003Ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003Eonly\u003C\/i\u003E under\nveterinary guidance. \u003Cb\u003EInappropriate use also creates antibiotic resistance\u003C\/b\u003E,\naffecting our pets and us.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003ERegular\nWorming\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ERoutine worming protects against intestinal parasites (worms),\nwhich may damage the gut lining, \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34933444\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Epromoting dysbiosis\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. Parasites\ncan also be zoonotic, infecting humans.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EExercise\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiJx_mAhkpNJy1dtSyf5Wgd1PU2-nSCPPvybPYe0F5FngpcOOugtIvJA-ljLi66Ol4gzIPuROvbFeJEj2nvGIlw1rIaon5tgCRZUQzVZm2niViW8wg1rz9C-2KrGn_QaZclR_AqHf-mumXIR_CabE4AHn92D9nvzmG5R0Plr6zaztYnwM6qsQ0Ra5QUoFw\/s1100\/Avoiding%20Leaky%20Gut%20Syndrome%20in%20Dogs%20-%20regular%20exercise%20-%20dog%20owner%20splashing%20with%20dogs%20at%20the%20beach.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"777\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiJx_mAhkpNJy1dtSyf5Wgd1PU2-nSCPPvybPYe0F5FngpcOOugtIvJA-ljLi66Ol4gzIPuROvbFeJEj2nvGIlw1rIaon5tgCRZUQzVZm2niViW8wg1rz9C-2KrGn_QaZclR_AqHf-mumXIR_CabE4AHn92D9nvzmG5R0Plr6zaztYnwM6qsQ0Ra5QUoFw\/s16000\/Avoiding%20Leaky%20Gut%20Syndrome%20in%20Dogs%20-%20regular%20exercise%20-%20dog%20owner%20splashing%20with%20dogs%20at%20the%20beach.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ERegular exercise creates a more diverse and \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30157109\/\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ebalanced gut microbiome\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E for your pup\nand for you! Grab that leash.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EMinimise\nStress\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EChronic stress \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9039956\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ealters\nthe microbiome\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E, affecting digestion. Reduce stress in your dog’s environment\nwith a comfortable living space, and importantly, a consistent routine.\nPositive training methods, socialisation, and environmental enrichment are also\ncritical.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003ELimit\nExposure to Toxins\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EPesticides, herbicides, and cleaning agents \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10026936\/#:~:text=Exposure%20to%20pesticides%20can%20significantly,their%20effect%20on%20the%20host.\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Enegatively\naffect the gut health\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;[10]. Ensure your dog's environment is free from these harmful agents\nwhere possible.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003ERegular Vet\nVisits\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ECheck in with your vet to detect any health issues early. At\nminimum, an annual check-up is recommended.\u003Co:p\u003E\u003C\/o:p\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EFinally, \u003Cb\u003Eavoid sudden changes in diet or introduction of\nsupplements\u003C\/b\u003E, and reach out to your vet when in doubt. Note any changes in your\ndog's stool, weight, thirst, appetite, energy levels and behaviour, as all of\nthese may reflect changes in gut health and other diseases.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe canine microbiome has enormous influences on physical and\nmental health, and by appreciating this we can really help our friends. As the\nscience progresses, more intervention and treatments will become available, so\nwatch this space!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003Ewritten by\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EDr Bec\u003C\/b\u003E,\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EAugust 2023\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;for\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAustralian Dog Lover\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E(all rights reserved).\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cu\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAbout our writer\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/u\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjIszNRFQdRM50fLTPYSloe1cAuD1MLv1QuzBcj6IQLj6oON51-b66-EbCgMlF8OzzzwZxVYtFinvG0jwjT8cSZB9-GnaNmPwfss37pnSWKAsLc8ST0hdOHkhO2K4Ca-lgg77B9usoDocoJU072fJYCV463c2YRQH7wCP__2Z6F-W5EUvSoxk20RS5sOgqq\/s1076\/Dr%20Bec%20Vet%20with%20her%20cat.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1076\" data-original-width=\"1072\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjIszNRFQdRM50fLTPYSloe1cAuD1MLv1QuzBcj6IQLj6oON51-b66-EbCgMlF8OzzzwZxVYtFinvG0jwjT8cSZB9-GnaNmPwfss37pnSWKAsLc8ST0hdOHkhO2K4Ca-lgg77B9usoDocoJU072fJYCV463c2YRQH7wCP__2Z6F-W5EUvSoxk20RS5sOgqq\/w399-h400\/Dr%20Bec%20Vet%20with%20her%20cat.jpg\" width=\"399\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EDr Bec is a Melbourne-based veterinarian and academic, working in the clinic, animal welfare, the media and medical research. She has a passion for sharing fascinating facts and the latest research on the intriguing lives and science of all animals, particularly those we share our lives with.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EDr Bec is a regular guest on Melbourne radio, a columnist for\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAustralian Dog Lover Magazine\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E,\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAustralian Cat Lover Magazine\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E, and\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPet Insurance Australia\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E, and she presents short segments on all things animal related (see\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/drbecvet\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EInsta\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100091573852713\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EFacebook\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E). Her emphasis is on sharing of evidence-based veterinary advances and the empowerment of pet parents, and society, through promoting medical literacy, or the understanding of our pets’ health, and our own. She relishes reaching out to all animal loving audiences.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EHer academic and clinical research spans several areas, with a focus on the role of the microbiome in pet health, preventative medicine, developing new veterinary medicines, clinical trials that benefit animals and humans, and working to prevent antibiotic resistance.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EDr Bec advocates for animal charities that promote animal welfare, in Australia and overseas.\u003Cbr \/\u003EHer blog can be found at:\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.drbecvet.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: red;\"\u003Ewww.drbecvet.com\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and she may be contacted at\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"mailto:bec@drbecvet.com\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ebec@drbecvet.com\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EReferences:\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E[1]\u003Cb\u003E Similarity of the dog and human gut microbiomes in gene content and response to diet -\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan role=\"menubar\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121;\"\u003E\u003Ca aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5907387\/#\" rel=\"nofollow\" role=\"menuitem\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #376faa;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMicrobiome.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121;\"\u003E2018; 6: 72.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"fm-vol-iss-date\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121;\"\u003EPublished online 2018 Apr 19.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"doi\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; overflow-wrap: inherit; word-break: inherit;\"\u003Edoi:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1186%2Fs40168-018-0450-3\" ref=\"reftype=other\u0026amp;article-id=5907387\u0026amp;issue-id=303826\u0026amp;journal-id=2290\u0026amp;FROM=Article%7CFront%20Matter\u0026amp;TO=Content%20Provider%7CCrosslink%7CDOI\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #376faa;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E10.1186\/s40168-018-0450-3\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E[2]\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGut instincts: microbiota as a key regulator of brain development, ageing and neurodegeneration \u003C\/b\u003E-\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27641441\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003Ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27641441\/\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; letter-spacing: -0.01em;\"\u003E[3]\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; letter-spacing: -0.01em;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGut Microbiota in Anxiety and Depression: Unveiling the Relationships and Management Options -\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan role=\"menubar\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121;\"\u003E\u003Ca aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10146621\/#\" rel=\"nofollow\" role=\"menuitem\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #376faa;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPharmaceuticals (Basel).\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121;\"\u003E2023 Apr; 16(4): 565.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"fm-vol-iss-date\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121;\"\u003EPublished online 2023 Apr 9.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"doi\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; overflow-wrap: inherit; word-break: inherit;\"\u003Edoi:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390%2Fph16040565\" ref=\"reftype=other\u0026amp;article-id=10146621\u0026amp;issue-id=434554\u0026amp;journal-id=2102\u0026amp;FROM=Article%7CFront%20Matter\u0026amp;TO=Content%20Provider%7CCrosslink%7CDOI\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #376faa;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E10.3390\/ph16040565\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E[4] \u003Cb\u003EDogs' Microbiome From Tip to Toe\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E, Published online\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; font-family: georgia;\"\u003EEpub 2021 Sep 10.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;-\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34509665\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003Ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34509665\/\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E[5] \u003Cb\u003ECharacterization of microbial dysbiosis and metabolomic changes in dogs with acute diarrhea\u003C\/b\u003E - PLoS One . 2015 May 22;10(5):e0127259.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26000959\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003Ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26000959\/\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E[6] \u003Cb\u003EFactors Affecting Gut Microbiota of Puppies from Birth to Weaning\u003C\/b\u003E - Published online 2023 Feb 6. doi: \u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390%2Fani13040578\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E10.3390\/ani13040578\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E[7] \u003Cb\u003EHumoral immune responses against gut bacteria in dogs with inflammatory bowel disease\u003C\/b\u003E - PLoS One -\u0026nbsp;2019 Aug 1;14(8):e0220522. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31369623\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003Ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31369623\/\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E[8] \u003Cb\u003EIt's a Long Way to the Tap: Microbiome and DNA-Based Omics at the Core of Drinking Water Quality\u003C\/b\u003E - Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022 Jun 28;19(13):7940. \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35805598\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6;\"\u003Ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35805598\/\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E[9]\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; letter-spacing: -0.01em;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERole of Gut Microbiota, Probiotics and Prebiotics in the Cardiovascular Diseases\u003C\/b\u003E -\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan role=\"menubar\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121;\"\u003E\u003Ca aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7926819\/#\" rel=\"nofollow\" role=\"menuitem\" style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #376faa;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMolecules.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121;\"\u003E2021 Feb; 26(4): 1172.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"fm-vol-iss-date\" style=\"background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121;\"\u003EPublished online 2021 Feb 22.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"doi\" style=\"background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; overflow-wrap: inherit; word-break: inherit;\"\u003Edoi:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390%2Fmolecules26041172\" ref=\"reftype=other\u0026amp;article-id=7926819\u0026amp;issue-id=376285\u0026amp;journal-id=3416\u0026amp;FROM=Article%7CFront%20Matter\u0026amp;TO=Content%20Provider%7CCrosslink%7CDOI\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"background-color: transparent; box-sizing: inherit; color: #376faa;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E10.3390\/molecules26041172\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E[10]\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; letter-spacing: -0.01em;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGut microbiota: a non-target victim of pesticide-induced toxicity \u003C\/b\u003E-\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan role=\"menubar\" style=\"background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121;\"\u003E\u003Ca aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-haspopup=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10026936\/#\" role=\"menuitem\" style=\"background-color: transparent; box-sizing: inherit; color: #376faa;\"\u003EGut Microbes.\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #212121;\"\u003E2023; 15(1): 2187578.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"fm-vol-iss-date\" style=\"background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121;\"\u003EPublished online 2023 Mar 15.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan class=\"doi\" style=\"background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; color: #212121; overflow-wrap: break-word;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit; overflow-wrap: inherit; word-break: inherit;\"\u003Edoi:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1080%2F19490976.2023.2187578\" ref=\"reftype=other\u0026amp;article-id=10026936\u0026amp;issue-id=423801\u0026amp;journal-id=1365\u0026amp;FROM=Article%7CFront%20Matter\u0026amp;TO=Content%20Provider%7CCrosslink%7CDOI\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"background-color: transparent; box-sizing: inherit; color: #376faa;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E10.1080\/19490976.2023.2187578\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ERelated Stories:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2021\/09\/food-allergies-gut-health-in-dogs.html\" rel=\"\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EFood Allergies and Gut Health in Dogs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2018\/04\/how-your-dogs-food-affects-his-mood.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-size: large;\"\u003EHow your Dog's Food Affects their Mood\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2022\/10\/the-many-faces-of-autoimmune-disease-in.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EThe Many Faces of Autoimmune Disease in Dogs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/feeds\/5373067320782608808\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/tummy-to-temperament-how-canine-gut.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/5373067320782608808"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/5373067320782608808"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/tummy-to-temperament-how-canine-gut.html","title":"Tummy to Temperament: How Canine Gut Health Affects Behaviour"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjQf2oGxx58RJKaaSsKGViuxQs3VqivtiAqwcK8wxy0w1GbIXEXOAezB-Xc_vjbCI9_-8UeT2_8P6IQCjEpQCddBqbxnlTagvJ6I6hy3BeKM7Zxrl9o_kz4PHFjr3wkEEH77ROGa4nvaEu570iiB5hKi0MV747bK1KpphorFQilxVpW46MCb25zfw3s750\/s72-c\/Tummy%20to%20Temperament%20-%20How%20Canine%20Gut%20Health%20Affects%20Behaviour%20by%20Dr%20Rebecca%20Wilcox.png","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-6120809997999617216"},"published":{"$t":"2023-08-22T14:29:00.013+10:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2023-08-30T11:55:27.961+10:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"BEHAVIOUR"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"BEHAVIOUR AND TRAINING"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"KIDS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"PREVENTION"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Warning about Cute Pets \u0026 Kids Posts on Social Media"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEj6YPTHbWez2g_R3zb_QIIAUmEz84rzv_uyA-gw_PicKkg35JIOgNWfxSwVkukmWbDqOBcLNwo7pV5U3ikUrsxVl7tCCbHlKXXcf_N-1tGNnVsDkNPvrtc7tzsb7FzY5Xq4uyUyFghP3fC89bZCq3dzFAQRSnDPfNDZprxYTd_sjfScX0g2HX3cK3equiI\/s1850\/Warning%20about%20Photos%20of%20Pets%20\u0026amp;%20Kids%20on%20Social%20Media%20-%20Photo%20by%20Mali%20Desha%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1229\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEj6YPTHbWez2g_R3zb_QIIAUmEz84rzv_uyA-gw_PicKkg35JIOgNWfxSwVkukmWbDqOBcLNwo7pV5U3ikUrsxVl7tCCbHlKXXcf_N-1tGNnVsDkNPvrtc7tzsb7FzY5Xq4uyUyFghP3fC89bZCq3dzFAQRSnDPfNDZprxYTd_sjfScX0g2HX3cK3equiI\/s16000\/Warning%20about%20Photos%20of%20Pets%20\u0026amp;%20Kids%20on%20Social%20Media%20-%20Photo%20by%20Mali%20Desha%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EPet Insurance Australia\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E, in collaboration with a leading behaviour veterinarian, \u003Cb\u003EDr. Lewis Kirkham\u003C\/b\u003E, is issuing a warning concerning cute pet and children posts on social media.  \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\"It has become increasingly common in many people's social media feeds – images and videos showing pets interacting with small children and babies,\" says Nadia Crighton from \u003Ci\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPet Insurance Australia\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\"However, for those of us who understand pet behaviour and body language, many of these videos and images are truly alarming.\"\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ERegrettably, many children sustain unnecessary injuries due to unsuspecting and trusting owners who do not comprehend pet behaviour.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003EChildren must be under 100% supervision\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;when around any dog or cat, ensuring the safety of both the child and the pet.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ELeading behaviour vet\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EDr. Lewis Kirkham\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;also concurs that pet owners should set aside their cameras and properly supervise their pets during interactions with children. As a dedicated veterinarian and author of \"\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2019\/03\/dog-lovers-book-club-april-2019.html\" rel=\"\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ETell Your Dog You’re Pregnant: An Essential Guide for Dog Owners Expecting a Baby\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\" and \"\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003ETell Your Cat You’re Pregnant: An Essential Guide for Cat Owners Expecting a Baby\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\", Dr. Kirkham is concerned about the influence social media is exerting on pet owners, impacting the decisions they make in pursuit of a great shot.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\"I am often tagged on social media in what are perceived as 'cute' videos of unsupervised babies interacting with dogs,\" he comments. \"Many of these are deeply concerning to those who can accurately interpret a dog's anxious body language.\"\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ECommon Signs a Dog is Anxious:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiHbUnXuWonbpMx0p5MyuCxoHyK2QqpA1VKwI4FKOeP-E6d8ogEtfuykUuSAla0v-pgSgy3BPdLndptaSPzyFBkCPhanQ0kZqbZGSc64vFDQNQOD6Fmgyx89C_vqBxYxGx-wiAjKvS8sBmTot5l5n2gOwC_azcgS0rr63XiCm9Ttp58bwhONalO_V-EAmY\/s900\/Warning%20about%20cute%20photos%20of%20dogs%20and%20cats%20on%20social%20media%20-%20Rottweiler%20with%20Easter%20Bunny%20ears%20growling%20as%20toddler%20is%20kissing%20him.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"600\" data-original-width=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiHbUnXuWonbpMx0p5MyuCxoHyK2QqpA1VKwI4FKOeP-E6d8ogEtfuykUuSAla0v-pgSgy3BPdLndptaSPzyFBkCPhanQ0kZqbZGSc64vFDQNQOD6Fmgyx89C_vqBxYxGx-wiAjKvS8sBmTot5l5n2gOwC_azcgS0rr63XiCm9Ttp58bwhONalO_V-EAmY\/s16000\/Warning%20about%20cute%20photos%20of%20dogs%20and%20cats%20on%20social%20media%20-%20Rottweiler%20with%20Easter%20Bunny%20ears%20growling%20as%20toddler%20is%20kissing%20him.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EMoon eyes (whites of the eyes are visible)  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EAvoiding eye contact  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003EMoving away from the child or freezing \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ETucked ears or tail  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EYawning  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPanting  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ELicking (lips or the child) \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECommon Signs a Cat is Anxious:  \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiancatlover.com\/2019\/11\/cat-toileting-issues-undesirable.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EInappropriate toileting\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;Hiding  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003ECrouching  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;Hissing\/growling  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;Overgrooming  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\"With recent reports of dog attacks on children, it's crucial for pet owners to comprehend their pet's behaviour and the signals they display when feeling stressed,\" Crighton emphasises.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgC1U6Sln2t4j-ntuHEdzlI-QFF8CJFlyw1tYTSXBo2rIL1_btZWdkZgcZNVBgt6m8yP3QnmdPkqB5P17Dt7IS4JpGCV3fq6VljXnj43iWmhzHKQ3Je5-h1ZR23ZlLRoLFxFgGUcdmEYcd-VS_fef_wJBSIQCNH76c-lv50-xL-rsECoAE9vSEtieI-5dc\/s1620\/Warning%20about%20photos%20of%20pets%20and%20kids%20on%20social%20media%20-%20Photo%20by%20Nathan%20Hanna%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1620\" data-original-width=\"1080\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgC1U6Sln2t4j-ntuHEdzlI-QFF8CJFlyw1tYTSXBo2rIL1_btZWdkZgcZNVBgt6m8yP3QnmdPkqB5P17Dt7IS4JpGCV3fq6VljXnj43iWmhzHKQ3Je5-h1ZR23ZlLRoLFxFgGUcdmEYcd-VS_fef_wJBSIQCNH76c-lv50-xL-rsECoAE9vSEtieI-5dc\/w266-h400\/Warning%20about%20photos%20of%20pets%20and%20kids%20on%20social%20media%20-%20Photo%20by%20Nathan%20Hanna%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" width=\"266\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\"A child can be a bewildering source of energy for a dog or cat, and unless they are appropriately socialised and prepared for a baby, such interactions can prove catastrophic for parents, children, and pets alike.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EPet owners cannot merely assume that their pet will react in a certain way in a given situation, especially if the pet has never encountered the stimulus before, including newborn babies and children.\"  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ESubjecting pets to undue stress for the sake of social media videos or images could trigger an unwanted response in your dog or cat, potentially resulting in the pet being excluded from the family, placed in a shelter, or even euthanised.  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EMany social media videos depict dogs with wide moon eyes, licking babies, and appearing visibly anxious during the interaction.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003E\"The dog often actively tries to evade the baby, avoids eye contact, and may even lick them to push them away,\" notes Dr. Kirkham.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\"These signs are frequently overlooked by the person behind the camera. Ensuring pets are supervised and kept within arm's reach at all times is imperative to prevent incidents. In my view, a video of a baby alone with a pet is equivalent to being 'unsupervised'.\"\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EPet owners are strongly encouraged to\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003Estudy pet behaviour and seek assistance from trained professionals\u003C\/b\u003E\u0026nbsp;if they notice any signs of undesirable behaviours.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-size: x-large;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003E\"In this realm of responsible pet ownership, education is paramount,\" says Crighton.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\"Many times, pet owners fail to recognise the signs, especially if they have never encountered any behavioural issues with their pet before.\"\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPreparing Pets for a Newborn Baby:\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EExpectant parents can also\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petinsuranceaustralia.com.au\/preparing-dog-cat-new-baby-dr-lewis-kirkham\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ebetter prepare their existing pets\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003Epets for the arrival of a new baby.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhVRvOBQbaT5WgibMGhQj4y8jUHMwzac4XwI9fC0lOBqIaNcMyPN9kid_ESxss5SHWjrgohEHh0h0fTqnFmuz9gX395Utod2S9APgDahujGGl6WULeEB7_Mb8ppB8-cMEyo-3ShvLyxcRbbwN3ULLEPMVM94AcG1KtjW5uP0BCfOfrdUEgGtb0rJrN5DWE\/s838\/Introducing%20your%20dog%20to%20a%20new%20baby%20-%20%20cream%20Labrador%20sits%20on%20couch%20next%20to%20an%20expectant%20woman.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"559\" data-original-width=\"838\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhVRvOBQbaT5WgibMGhQj4y8jUHMwzac4XwI9fC0lOBqIaNcMyPN9kid_ESxss5SHWjrgohEHh0h0fTqnFmuz9gX395Utod2S9APgDahujGGl6WULeEB7_Mb8ppB8-cMEyo-3ShvLyxcRbbwN3ULLEPMVM94AcG1KtjW5uP0BCfOfrdUEgGtb0rJrN5DWE\/s16000\/Introducing%20your%20dog%20to%20a%20new%20baby%20-%20%20cream%20Labrador%20sits%20on%20couch%20next%20to%20an%20expectant%20woman.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\"The great news is that there are exceptional resources available that can help pets acclimate to a new addition to the household,\" Crighton points out. \"This should be undertaken as soon as you learn you're expecting – the better prepared your pet is, the smoother the transition.\"  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EUnderstandably, many devoted pet owners don't fully grasp the significant impact a baby can have on their pet's environment until the baby arrives home. This can lead to behavioural problems and significant stress in an already tired household.  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EDr. Kirkham recommends remaining vigilant for any signs when the baby arrives home and urges all expecting pet parents to prepare during pregnancy to better equip their pets for the upcoming changes.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\"If the pet becomes overtly fearful or anxious – including barking in dogs or hiding in cats – intervention by a qualified behaviour vet is advised,\" he suggests.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjOa075KPMJUU1aTmPMuuMj-W153OakzMergQm7tG0cwh8WH7JRFpHq7dptrIYdsDUXM4a_ZIPYX22nrSti7PHeO5bxogXVFQYhtRcYbms12_8VUVOt4246P0bB58sYBxntMOyGhRn3cJuOPzmnJjtob4u31i0KT-HB4rlJBjP59ZYT98LSuMhaqTXEdL4\/s1850\/Warning%20about%20social%20media%20posts%20of%20cats%20and%20kids%20-%20red-haired%20girl%20petting%20a%20Persian%20cat%20under%20the%20chin%20-%20%20Veronika%20Homchis%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1233\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjOa075KPMJUU1aTmPMuuMj-W153OakzMergQm7tG0cwh8WH7JRFpHq7dptrIYdsDUXM4a_ZIPYX22nrSti7PHeO5bxogXVFQYhtRcYbms12_8VUVOt4246P0bB58sYBxntMOyGhRn3cJuOPzmnJjtob4u31i0KT-HB4rlJBjP59ZYT98LSuMhaqTXEdL4\/s16000\/Warning%20about%20social%20media%20posts%20of%20cats%20and%20kids%20-%20red-haired%20girl%20petting%20a%20Persian%20cat%20under%20the%20chin%20-%20%20Veronika%20Homchis%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\"Cats may start urinating indoors or spending more time outside. Both cats and dogs might fixate on or become aggressive toward the baby. In such cases, prompt intervention by a qualified behaviour vet is recommended.\"  \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EMEDIA RELEASE, 22nd August 2023\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003ERelated Topics:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2016\/02\/dog-bites-subtle-warning-signs.html\" rel=\"\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EDog Bites: the Subtle Warning Signs\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2017\/11\/dogs-and-kids-how-to-manage-it-right.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EDogs and Kids: How to Manage it Right\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2020\/05\/what-is-right-age-for-kids-to-have-dog.html\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EWhat is the right age for kids to have a dog?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/feeds\/6120809997999617216\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/warning-about-cute-pets-kids-posts-on.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/6120809997999617216"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/2020204049726645298\/posts\/default\/6120809997999617216"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2023\/08\/warning-about-cute-pets-kids-posts-on.html","title":"Warning about Cute Pets \u0026 Kids Posts on Social Media"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Australian Dog Lover"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/00400760178634828393"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEj6YPTHbWez2g_R3zb_QIIAUmEz84rzv_uyA-gw_PicKkg35JIOgNWfxSwVkukmWbDqOBcLNwo7pV5U3ikUrsxVl7tCCbHlKXXcf_N-1tGNnVsDkNPvrtc7tzsb7FzY5Xq4uyUyFghP3fC89bZCq3dzFAQRSnDPfNDZprxYTd_sjfScX0g2HX3cK3equiI\/s72-c\/Warning%20about%20Photos%20of%20Pets%20\u0026%20Kids%20on%20Social%20Media%20-%20Photo%20by%20Mali%20Desha%20on%20Unsplash.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2020204049726645298.post-6838968525678544738"},"published":{"$t":"2023-07-27T11:58:00.033+10:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2023-08-01T08:17:22.219+10:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"BEHAVIOUR"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"BEHAVIOUR AND TRAINING"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"BLIND DOGS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"LIVING WITH DOGS"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"TRAINING"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"5 Myths about Blind Dogs and Advice if you're Adopting One"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEi2fA2SMGSVLRKNbcYwxhOIz_X7pi0jDofRwSJsJmKigFYvfXUuXK7ke_aO_DLb5AihC_nEQnGlveu57VQInI29oKFXJTt_Gz7JrRLWfDA-UBQqFDwMX0G1mp2yX71q7oNHaznxUUPEtpHQeTDTfS2yCwtmtoJ2mCrroqNigsdIXXgbyYntRXER6rn8VSg\/s1950\/5_Myths_about_Blind_Dogs_debunked_by_Chelsea_Hindle_Dog_Trainer_The_Intellectual_Canine.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1300\" data-original-width=\"1950\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEi2fA2SMGSVLRKNbcYwxhOIz_X7pi0jDofRwSJsJmKigFYvfXUuXK7ke_aO_DLb5AihC_nEQnGlveu57VQInI29oKFXJTt_Gz7JrRLWfDA-UBQqFDwMX0G1mp2yX71q7oNHaznxUUPEtpHQeTDTfS2yCwtmtoJ2mCrroqNigsdIXXgbyYntRXER6rn8VSg\/s16000\/5_Myths_about_Blind_Dogs_debunked_by_Chelsea_Hindle_Dog_Trainer_The_Intellectual_Canine.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EHave you heard any these myths before?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E“\u003Ci\u003EIf you get a blind dog, you won’t be able to move your furniture!\u003C\/i\u003E” \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E“\u003Ci\u003EYou can’t have a blind dog if you work full time.\u003C\/i\u003E” \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E“\u003Ci\u003EBlind dogs are so sad.\u003C\/i\u003E” \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EChances are you probably have! You might even believe some of them yourself. These myths are pervasive and before Chelsea Hindle started volunteering with \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHear No Evil, Deaf Dog Rescue\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E, she believed them as well...\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAugust 23 \u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003Eis\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003E International Blind Dog Day\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E, a day for spreading gratitude for the disabled dogs in our lives and raising awareness of the plight many blind dogs find themselves in. Unfortunately, it's still common for blind puppies to be euthanised or abandoned, simply for being blind. Blind dogs are overlooked for adoption because people believe they are too difficult to care for. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIn honour of #InternationalBlindDogDay, let's bust five myths about blind dogs and their lives, training, and care. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E#1. Blind Dogs Do Not Have A Good Quality of Life \u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EOne of the most common myths about blind dogs is that they live sad lives. People often react with pity when discovering that a dog is blind or losing their vision. Puppies born with vision impairment are often put down, and dogs with acquired blindness are euthanised because it is seen as a kinder option than helping them adjust to life with no vision.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiIwWDEM4EycheQMSN5_i0EKTMTO-KSqFj3e5hFgr6zrXKlT9FWWIOuBWkzKztNa1lwbi3Eui-9TZD_PlibHwXCJUMU5e3BlswzvvqB1Mc0LfH5UQMwqu0MwIpeNlMW9vGfzuAdC88DYsyRacBA9gekN94w6rL4a6lXoJ9RFit46LzlZcPI74vl5utWy0Q\/s1800\/Debunking_Myths_About_Blind_Dogs_generally_not_more_anxious_than_other_dogs.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1800\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiIwWDEM4EycheQMSN5_i0EKTMTO-KSqFj3e5hFgr6zrXKlT9FWWIOuBWkzKztNa1lwbi3Eui-9TZD_PlibHwXCJUMU5e3BlswzvvqB1Mc0LfH5UQMwqu0MwIpeNlMW9vGfzuAdC88DYsyRacBA9gekN94w6rL4a6lXoJ9RFit46LzlZcPI74vl5utWy0Q\/w266-h400\/Debunking_Myths_About_Blind_Dogs_generally_not_more_anxious_than_other_dogs.jpg\" width=\"266\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: start;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ESparky, owned by a HNE volunteer\u0026nbsp;\u003Cbr \/\u003Ehas age-related blindness \u0026amp; glaucoma\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\" style=\"font-size: x-small;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EWhile there are underlying causes of blindness that can affect their quality of life, such as\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003Eglaucoma\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;(a condition where pressure builds up in the eyes) or\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003Emicrophthalmia\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;(a condition where eyes are smaller than normal), blindness itself will not affect your dog’s happiness.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThe brindle Staffy in the lead shot is Mia, a \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/deafdogrescue.com.au\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EHear No Evil, Australian Deaf Dog Rescue \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003Eadoptee wo had glaucoma in both her eyes.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EHumans rely a lot on our sight, but it is important to remember that dogs aren’t the same. For dogs, their sense of smell is essential to navigating the world, while their sight is comparatively poor. This means that the vast majority of dogs aren't bothered by losing their sight, and puppies born blind don’t know any different at all. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThere is no need to pity a blind dog's sad life. As long as any underlying medical issues are treated and well-managed, a blind dog can live long and happily as a beloved family pet. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E#2. Dogs Can’t Adjust to Blindness \u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhdgI_4uwipLkpNNOi2wuUITpIT2MvmloooE0BWfkoywIhEzuIk8H9MdkR1U2fBTt9NN7ESOnPj3_qMOTu6GH0jEyAz4GbeqbMqIRCl07kYAPnc2GQ5l06PE0tge9DS23EhJnB9nPZF3m-FrB-zGI2OjjUqPe1vUHjEd4k_9bbkf4akZITBNBGTD59_g00\/s1573\/Myths_about_Blind_Dogs%20-%20dog%20wearing%20'm%20blind%20dog%20bandana%20by%20Byron%20\u0026amp;%20Co.jpg\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1573\" data-original-width=\"1200\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhdgI_4uwipLkpNNOi2wuUITpIT2MvmloooE0BWfkoywIhEzuIk8H9MdkR1U2fBTt9NN7ESOnPj3_qMOTu6GH0jEyAz4GbeqbMqIRCl07kYAPnc2GQ5l06PE0tge9DS23EhJnB9nPZF3m-FrB-zGI2OjjUqPe1vUHjEd4k_9bbkf4akZITBNBGTD59_g00\/w305-h400\/Myths_about_Blind_Dogs%20-%20dog%20wearing%20'm%20blind%20dog%20bandana%20by%20Byron%20\u0026amp;%20Co.jpg\" width=\"305\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003ESonar modelling her \"I'm Blind\"\u003Cbr \/\u003EDog Bandana by \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/byronand.co\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EByron \u0026amp; Co\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EThere are many reasons a dog might go blind later in life. While \u003Cb\u003Esome dogs are born blind\u003C\/b\u003E due to inherited conditions, such as complications from the double merle genes, other forms of blindness are acquired.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EThese are many and varied, but the most common reasons include glaucoma, cataracts, trauma, eye removal, or old age. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EIt can be devastating to receive a diagnosis of vision impairment for your pup, and many people worry about how their dog will cope. This is a valid concern, suddenly having a blind pup in your life can be an overwhelming life change.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003EIt is important to remember that dogs are individuals, and each will cope differently.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESome may struggle at first, and others may adjust quickly. Either way, there are a few things you can do to help your dog adjust to their new life experience.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EGate off stairs until your dog learns to navigate them safely. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ETeach commands like \"up\", \"off\", and \"careful\". \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ERemove or minimise as many hazards and obstacles as possible. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;; font-size: large;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAdd tactile cues to announce a barrier (rubber mat at the front door, for example). \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EKeep life as normal as possible\u003C\/b\u003E. Let them do the things they love, like digging, chewing, playing fetch, and going on walks.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgE9i7hL6smJT82Z6WX5wNST6R9Bcc3IOj8Lq6SQfX1h-pngZqM7o9Y_UZJoRYV5ZKFXy7257_-POqPzDnZ8Nz_6NLM80veKqOpzcFQ35HKTfi9fJ0Pg1iIEuMWlAkzsAAaR0CYRcoZaqg50oo3YXAwGiwsUTxBbPVMFhrFc4Y4W7OrQWJRPO1nFWx46Go\/s1850\/Hear_No_Evil_Deaf_Dog_Rescue_Blind_Australian_Cattle_Dog_Navy_loving_the_outdoors_and_fetch.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1424\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgE9i7hL6smJT82Z6WX5wNST6R9Bcc3IOj8Lq6SQfX1h-pngZqM7o9Y_UZJoRYV5ZKFXy7257_-POqPzDnZ8Nz_6NLM80veKqOpzcFQ35HKTfi9fJ0Pg1iIEuMWlAkzsAAaR0CYRcoZaqg50oo3YXAwGiwsUTxBbPVMFhrFc4Y4W7OrQWJRPO1nFWx46Go\/s16000\/Hear_No_Evil_Deaf_Dog_Rescue_Blind_Australian_Cattle_Dog_Navy_loving_the_outdoors_and_fetch.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petrescue.com.au\/listings\/951296\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EAdoptable Navy\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E (VIC), a deaf ACD loves the outdoors - Hear No Evil, Australian Deaf Dog Rescue\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E#3. Blind Dogs Can’t Enjoy Sports and Activities \u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ESometimes it can feel like we need to bundle our blind dogs up in bubble wrap, in case they get hurt. Thankfully, this is not true and blind dogs can enjoy almost as many sports and activities as sighted dogs can.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiTB0Sl9LFHVpYUWeCOu6yHeGBy2t_7zZ9Bdl5Ntv3Nex-jylegZlvUxdt6A-ekFT_UAGNvayHqumrRByLnUB_HgnO7Tqshgh7Yqq-KlIWERrg_LPgFk1Lj6DrEBI3HJ-PuD53TbPhXR7H6bXMrf8oY80SHXKGNF1WHCvNYegKP5P5Ftmt7GvtrYulgWvE\/s1850\/Debunking_Myths_about_Blind_Dogs%20-%20dog%20pointing%20during%20tracking%20exercise.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1342\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiTB0Sl9LFHVpYUWeCOu6yHeGBy2t_7zZ9Bdl5Ntv3Nex-jylegZlvUxdt6A-ekFT_UAGNvayHqumrRByLnUB_HgnO7Tqshgh7Yqq-KlIWERrg_LPgFk1Lj6DrEBI3HJ-PuD53TbPhXR7H6bXMrf8oY80SHXKGNF1WHCvNYegKP5P5Ftmt7GvtrYulgWvE\/s16000\/Debunking_Myths_about_Blind_Dogs%20-%20dog%20pointing%20during%20tracking%20exercise.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EBlind dogs particularly gravitate towards \u003Cb\u003Escent-based sports games\u003C\/b\u003E, such as \u003Cb\u003Escent work\u003C\/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003Etracking\u003C\/b\u003E, or\u003Cb\u003E man-trailing\u003C\/b\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ESince their noses are so sharp, they can do exceptionally well in these events - some dogs go above and beyond and earn championships!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EWhile blind dogs love using their noses competitively, they are more than competent at a range of other dog sports. \u003Cb\u003EObedience\u003C\/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003ERally\u003C\/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003ETrick Dog\u003C\/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003EBarn Hunt\u003C\/b\u003E, and \u003Cb\u003EEarth Dog\u003C\/b\u003E are all sports popular with blind canines.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjOIQSmuPd5fxD1W6DYGS9sqkKU9a0J9hWsFnr7nZiGMSx76_EFZ91KgdHbOA1wlcnokGVruHgsl-8MDlUaCCCi49j5kaojKniQGScR7yxKL2OvTXRg0Yhysc9AVPxVqpUVo9OkjYTKszvOQsmlDqLCGVLJ79WI-PG3167GyDBQRZEV7gX7pLgCnqaFtmY\/s1850\/Debunking_Myths_about_Blind_Dogs%20-%20little%20dog%20competing%20in%20flyball%20jumping%20over%20a%20hurdle%20with%20tennis%20ball%20in%20his%20mouth.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1234\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjOIQSmuPd5fxD1W6DYGS9sqkKU9a0J9hWsFnr7nZiGMSx76_EFZ91KgdHbOA1wlcnokGVruHgsl-8MDlUaCCCi49j5kaojKniQGScR7yxKL2OvTXRg0Yhysc9AVPxVqpUVo9OkjYTKszvOQsmlDqLCGVLJ79WI-PG3167GyDBQRZEV7gX7pLgCnqaFtmY\/s16000\/Debunking_Myths_about_Blind_Dogs%20-%20little%20dog%20competing%20in%20flyball%20jumping%20over%20a%20hurdle%20with%20tennis%20ball%20in%20his%20mouth.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: start;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003EMax, the mini Fox Terrier rescue had one eye removed but is still happily competing at flyball\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EDogs with minor vision impairments can compete in sports like \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2016\/05\/all-about-flyball-drag-racing-for-dogs.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eflyball\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E and \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2016\/04\/dog-agility-ultimate-of-dog-sports.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eagility\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E on a case-by-case basis.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EEven if you (or your dog) aren't the competitive type, there are still plenty of activities for you to enjoy!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhWcEuiMRiPadD92WEBR3FF8lFiWXaCsK3TV5J2n1PLcLjuSQ77ziyF-jiGUa7mcqd1LWq_Pn5COB6EdVjzWRqzaFuz2slnzbk5IsNasDjR11mNrCRQXX2FzJMX0_xyVJURGN9hik8z74Y5DosUotsau6pESszl68D638D-6vscuKOTWOvvGwCWHeSkFEI\/s1080\/Hear_No_Evil_Australian_Deaf_Dog_Rescue%20-%20blind%20Dachshund%20playing%20with%20enrichment%20toys.jpg\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"1080\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhWcEuiMRiPadD92WEBR3FF8lFiWXaCsK3TV5J2n1PLcLjuSQ77ziyF-jiGUa7mcqd1LWq_Pn5COB6EdVjzWRqzaFuz2slnzbk5IsNasDjR11mNrCRQXX2FzJMX0_xyVJURGN9hik8z74Y5DosUotsau6pESszl68D638D-6vscuKOTWOvvGwCWHeSkFEI\/w320-h320\/Hear_No_Evil_Australian_Deaf_Dog_Rescue%20-%20blind%20Dachshund%20playing%20with%20enrichment%20toys.jpg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003EPhoto: Hear No Evil, Deaf Dog Rescue\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EBlind dogs can safely enjoy the backyard or house by themselves.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EThey can go on hiking, kayaking, biking, or on a relaxing stroll. Many of them have their signature zoomies and way of playing fetch, even if they can't see the ball.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThey can also enjoy enrichment such as puzzle toys, snuffle mats, and fun chews. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EIt is completely up to you what activities you and your blind dog decide to try and the world is your oyster! \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E#4. Blind Dogs Are Untrainable \u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\"Can you train a blind dog?\" is a question that dog trainers are very familiar with. It is usually quickly followed by, \"How do you train a blind dog?\" \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EOn the surface, training blind dogs looks different from training sighted dogs. But that's the catch, \u003Cb\u003Ewhile it looks different, all dogs learn the same\u003C\/b\u003E, and blind pups are no different! Dogs learn through a simple process of association, their behaviour causing a consequence that is either rewarding or punishing. If the consequence was rewarding, they'll do it again. If it was bad, that behaviour will decrease. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgRrS5dPn95iVsfhLtO4cfU21Z2ylN1i5eWzV-oGu3F11fZzFPgPLoe6X83pOO7NjbSAB6-TflYdiIRK4F5FPMv_93mJwk1gBB-qY8M8xqYdyR-o55ZCwkTvEGiABE3A5GJdDMGlqF05jKbY5SJdoQoddMPKu-BaZwkrdMqcW3cv-2pVcbubP6eA86NEVY\/s1660\/Blind_dog_Sonar_bonding_with_her_foster_carer%20-%20photo%20credit%20The%20Intellectual%20Canine.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1660\" data-original-width=\"1350\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgRrS5dPn95iVsfhLtO4cfU21Z2ylN1i5eWzV-oGu3F11fZzFPgPLoe6X83pOO7NjbSAB6-TflYdiIRK4F5FPMv_93mJwk1gBB-qY8M8xqYdyR-o55ZCwkTvEGiABE3A5GJdDMGlqF05jKbY5SJdoQoddMPKu-BaZwkrdMqcW3cv-2pVcbubP6eA86NEVY\/w325-h400\/Blind_dog_Sonar_bonding_with_her_foster_carer%20-%20photo%20credit%20The%20Intellectual%20Canine.jpg\" width=\"325\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petrescue.com.au\/listings\/971353\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EAdoptable Sonar\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E with her foster carer\u003Cbr \/\u003EPhoto - The Intellectual Canine\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003EOf course, that doesn't mean that training a blind dog can't be overwhelming for a new owner - or even an experienced one! \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EMarker training is a popular method that works well with all dogs but can be particularly effective for blind dogs. Marker training involves pairing a \"marker\" (a noise from a clicker, or a word such as \"yes\") with a reward.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EWhen the dog does something correctly, the marker is used, and the dog is given their reward, soon they associate the sound of the marker with having completed a task successfully. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIf you happen to have\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003Ea dog who is deaf and blind, you can use tactile cues.\u003Cspan\u003E\u0026nbsp;These are little taps or pats given on different parts of the dog's body to mean different things. For example, a tap on the paw might mean \"shake\", while a tap on the shoulder means \"lay down\". \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIf you are having issues with training your blind dog, or are experiencing more significant behaviour issues, there are several resources and trainers you can reach out to, which are listed at the end of this article. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E#5. Blind Dogs Are Always Anxious \u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIt is commonly believed that if you adopt a blind do you will need to be with them all the time, or they'll develop anxiety. Sadly, this keeps many people from welcoming a dog that would otherwise be a wonderful fit for their family. Related myths include: blind dogs need a sighted dog to guide them around, and that blind dogs always have \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2017\/02\/separation-anxiety-in-dogs-rising.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eseparation anxiety\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003ESome aspects of blindness do indeed make blind dogs more susceptible to being anxious. Being scared of loud noises makes sense if they can't see what is making the noise.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjwjbt3EAZcQxGMeVqopWNyB0hPshhDwAz5Ufzh6NnuAz8uXMlpqXihNJxvDW6vDkTyhdCaXszZW_ONwtJTfH3qabILHzTrl_XOr7DIZgjBc6PSU0d8eLk5c8816pO4llGHIOehWo1UdPwRU8KkeHenj5np24Hd6eZn_Ui53p9aPH774ZzFgqjGWfyG1wo\/s1785\/Dispelling_Myths_about_Blind_Dogs_that_they_cant_have_a_happy_life.jpg\" style=\"clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1785\" data-original-width=\"1350\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjwjbt3EAZcQxGMeVqopWNyB0hPshhDwAz5Ufzh6NnuAz8uXMlpqXihNJxvDW6vDkTyhdCaXszZW_ONwtJTfH3qabILHzTrl_XOr7DIZgjBc6PSU0d8eLk5c8816pO4llGHIOehWo1UdPwRU8KkeHenj5np24Hd6eZn_Ui53p9aPH774ZzFgqjGWfyG1wo\/w303-h400\/Dispelling_Myths_about_Blind_Dogs_that_they_cant_have_a_happy_life.jpg\" width=\"303\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: start;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003ESkye, part of HNE's shelter visit program\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003Ehad an eye removed due to trauma\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EHowever, \u003Cb\u003Ein general, blind dogs are no more prone to anxiety than any other dog\u003C\/b\u003E. If your dog is experiencing anxiety though, it's important to reach out to a qualified trainer who has experience working with blind dogs and their quirks. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EYou also don't need to work from home or be retired to own a blind dog. There are many blind dogs available for adoption who are more than happy to nap on the couch while you are at the office and enjoy a fun adventure or a snuggle when you get home.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003EWhen adopting any dog, you need to consider the needs of the individual dog and your lifestyle before committing to them, blind or not. \u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIf you are considering welcoming a new furry family member to your home, take the time to meet a blind dog and see if they would be suitable.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EBlind dogs are often overlooked in shelters and rescues, and they deserve a chance to live a long and happy life in a home just as much as any dog. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHear No Evil, Australian Deaf Dog Rescue\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E specialises in rescuing and rehoming dogs with hearing, vision, and neurological impairments, and they currently have several blind dogs available for adoption. I encourage you to fill in an adoption application and see if your next best friend is waiting for you in one of their foster homes!\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003Ewritten by\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003EChelsea Hindle\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;from\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theintellectualcanine.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EThe Intellectual Canine\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E,\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EJuly 2023\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;for\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAustralian Dog Lover\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;(all rights reserved).\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhCaqqdBSlqvZ4PBnX7pMqwKrSvGdQEFaVYdm17TcP_G0BRDBR894ymr1C7Gu4WgHCnVIkGgqbJpdUcPCeXWX6d0L0i_Kd7PKf7TyrtMKxHTJ8RJ_JqOo4OJWin6zGgiEIq35JJMb5uu7LuQrF1lasVprPLA3xwoY_mpGuLYSJGNxCNUc6UUpQRbrQ45yE\/s1850\/Concerns_about_Network_10_new_dog_training_show%20-%20White%20Husky%20pup%20shaking%20paw%20with%20trainer.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1233\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhCaqqdBSlqvZ4PBnX7pMqwKrSvGdQEFaVYdm17TcP_G0BRDBR894ymr1C7Gu4WgHCnVIkGgqbJpdUcPCeXWX6d0L0i_Kd7PKf7TyrtMKxHTJ8RJ_JqOo4OJWin6zGgiEIq35JJMb5uu7LuQrF1lasVprPLA3xwoY_mpGuLYSJGNxCNUc6UUpQRbrQ45yE\/s16000\/Concerns_about_Network_10_new_dog_training_show%20-%20White%20Husky%20pup%20shaking%20paw%20with%20trainer.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003EPet professionals are calling Aussies to #GetDogTrainingRightwith rewards-based behaviour training and help prevent pet surrenders amid concerns about Network 10’s new dog training TV series misleading dog owners.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EWith dog ownership at an all-time high, leading dog training organisation \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ppgaustralia.net.au\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EPet Professional Guild Australia (PPGA)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E is encouraging dog owners to ‘Get Dog Training Right’ with rewards-based behaviour training and help prevent pet surrenders to already overcrowded animal shelters. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EPPGA’s call to \u003Cb\u003E#GetDogTrainingRight\u003C\/b\u003E comes in the lead up to Network 10’s upcoming Australian-based version of Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly TV series featuring controversial UK dog trainer Graeme Hall. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMr Hall is also known as ‘\u003Ci\u003EThe Dogfather\u003C\/i\u003E’, but his teaching methods are criticised by many pet professionals across the globe as ‘old-fashioned’ – “using physical force, intimidation and fear to gain the wanted behaviour in troubled pets,” explained \u003Cb\u003EPPGA President Sarah Campbell\u003C\/b\u003E. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E“We are concerned viewers will be misinformed by Mr Hall’s archaic, quick-fix and aversive dog training methods,” she said. “Managing dog behaviour can be a challenge but achievable with positive solutions.” \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EInstead, the PPGA encourages dog owners to \u003Cb\u003Euse force-free techniques\u003C\/b\u003E, that focus on\u003Cb\u003E positive reinforcement \u003C\/b\u003Eand are based on canine science.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhRK_UDGWlmhciRpnHZeRycblOyRsOEU0sdB-gpDtRqJTaIU7lDgID1xO_TimRHHa5SW3KkQDpy65izt3p_8L_lz6Y3u2A-A10bxsnqv4eCYGhJ2UbPod9YKpYv3nEPplWkxaopMQw_XVAPqeZ_JbnbjDE570z5iWqfzlMYxaehmHnLOUQrvlKOcuqXPK4\/s1850\/Concerns_about_Network's_10_new_dog_training_show%20-%20Two%20dogs%20tongue%20out%20sitting%20in%20backyard%20-%20Photo%20by%20KaLisa%20Veer%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1233\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhRK_UDGWlmhciRpnHZeRycblOyRsOEU0sdB-gpDtRqJTaIU7lDgID1xO_TimRHHa5SW3KkQDpy65izt3p_8L_lz6Y3u2A-A10bxsnqv4eCYGhJ2UbPod9YKpYv3nEPplWkxaopMQw_XVAPqeZ_JbnbjDE570z5iWqfzlMYxaehmHnLOUQrvlKOcuqXPK4\/s16000\/Concerns_about_Network's_10_new_dog_training_show%20-%20Two%20dogs%20tongue%20out%20sitting%20in%20backyard%20-%20Photo%20by%20KaLisa%20Veer%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E“Put simply, \u003Cb\u003Eforce-free training is rewarding the behaviours you want in your dog\u003C\/b\u003E rather than punishing the ones you do not want. It is the most ethical and effective method of dog training that puts the animal’s welfare at the forefront,” said Ms Campbell. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESince last year, the PPGA has sent letters of concern to Network 10 about using Mr Hall in the Aussie version of the TV series currently airing in the UK and on \u003Ci\u003EChannel 7Plus\u003C\/i\u003E, co-signed by several leading force-free dog training bodies, animal welfare experts, professional associations and animal welfare organisations, such as \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAustralian Veterinary Association\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E,\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EDelta Therapy Dogs\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003ECompanion Animal Network Australia\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E and \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPetRescue\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThe PPGA’s concerns with \u003Ci\u003ENetwork 10\u003C\/i\u003E’s Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia TV series and #GetDogTrainingRight campaign is supported by the following organisations and pet experts:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAssociation of Pet Dog Trainers Australia Inc\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E | APDT\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EDelta Therapy Dogs Australia\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EInstitute of Modern Dog Trainers Australia\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ETrish Ennis, CEO of \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003ECompanion Animal Network Australia\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ECathy Beer, Founder of \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003ECompanion Animal Rescue Awards\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EVickie Davy, Co-founder of \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPetRescue\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EDavid Graham (Farmer Dave), Founder of \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003ERuffTRACK\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAnnette Hughes, Founder of \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EWhere Pets Are Found\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EDr Anne Quain, Veterinarian (BA(Hons) BScVet(Hons) BVSc(Hons) MVetStud GradCertEdStud(HigherEd) MANZCVS (Animal Welfare) Dip ECAWBM (AWSEL) PhD\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EDr Isabelle Resch BVSc(Hons), MVS, MANZCVS (Veterinary Behaviour, Small Animal Medicine), President of the \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAustralian Veterinary Behaviour Medicine Group\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E, a special interest group of the Australian Veterinary Association.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr style=\"font-family: georgia;\" \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ELisa Robinson, Director of \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAssistance Animals International\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E (AAI)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E“We are also concerned the program title \u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003EDogs Behaving Very Badly \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003Eimplies the dog is naughty and places the blame of the problem behaviour on the dog,” said Ms Campbell.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E“This misconception is worrying because dogs are often either displaying normal dog behaviour or they suffer from a disorder that makes them anxious or aggressive.” \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EQuick-fix advice misleading for viewers training their dog \u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThe TV series' misleading ‘quick fix’ advice also creates unrealistic expectations among dog owner viewers, explained Ms Campbell. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E“This ‘quick fix’ type advice often uses inhumane, outdated aversive techniques that display a limited understanding of dog behaviour, and – science tells us – does not address the underlying problem and will fail in the long term,” she said. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cblockquote style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E“In reality, complex pet behaviours are not resolved easily and quickly, and may require working closely with veterinary professionals.” \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAversive methods\u003C\/b\u003E can also have long term negative effects on dogs and in many cases lead to a frustrated and distressed owner, who then surrenders their animal to a shelter. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E“We encourage dog owners to get dog training right with rewards-based teaching and help prevent pets from ending up in pounds and animal shelters,” she said. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EFollow PPGA commentary on each episode of \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #444444;\"\u003EDogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E, which is set to premiere \u003Cb\u003EJuly 21\u003C\/b\u003E. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EFollow \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PetProfessionalGuildAustralia\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"font-family: georgia;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EPPGA’s Facebook page\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E for commentary by force-free trainers on humane and lasting solutions to dog behaviour problems featured in \u003Ci\u003ENetwork 10\u003C\/i\u003E’s episodes of \u003Cb\u003EDogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia\u003C\/b\u003E. \u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EFor advice on how you can #GetDogTrainingRight for a variety of problem dog behaviours, visit \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ppgaustralia.net.au\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: red;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Ewww.ppgaustralia.net.au\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhrM213I40LPcCHlAKOeu4lYFiWDbKl__NpC6zpQuGGuW1VHP1xtAEfUrSuCm-aEbzCwUP9cLbBQgNjwOwGvh1a8qctxZyVV0s87tGBw_9ku2Ze-QhbQgb4SUK0LptGlzjaj-HUVvf_8qP4aFVuRJDIcza6t4g_5bSsmVnY3pMfsWv2-TRdAEyBcJ7wfQI\/s1850\/Network%2010's%20Dogs%20Behaving%20Very%20Badly%20TV%20series%20sparks%20concerns%20-%20Husky%20on%20short%20leash%20Photo%20David%20McCumskay%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1233\" data-original-width=\"1850\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhrM213I40LPcCHlAKOeu4lYFiWDbKl__NpC6zpQuGGuW1VHP1xtAEfUrSuCm-aEbzCwUP9cLbBQgNjwOwGvh1a8qctxZyVV0s87tGBw_9ku2Ze-QhbQgb4SUK0LptGlzjaj-HUVvf_8qP4aFVuRJDIcza6t4g_5bSsmVnY3pMfsWv2-TRdAEyBcJ7wfQI\/s16000\/Network%2010's%20Dogs%20Behaving%20Very%20Badly%20TV%20series%20sparks%20concerns%20-%20Husky%20on%20short%20leash%20Photo%20David%20McCumskay%20on%20Unsplash.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EReferences:\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ERead PPGA’s Position Statement on Reality Dog Training Shows here:\u003Cbr \/\u003E \u003Ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ppgaustralia.net.au\/Realitydogtrainingpositionstatement\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Ewww.ppgaustralia.net.au\/Realitydogtrainingpositionstatement\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EFor evidence and science-based review of the impact of common dog training methods, read\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/spca.bc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/dog-training-methods-review.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003Espca.bc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/dog-training-methods-review.pdf\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EAbout PPGA \u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EPet Professional Guild Australia \u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E(PPGA) is a membership organisation representing pet industry professionals who are committed to science-based, force-free training and pet care. We are an official branch of the Pet Professional Guild, a worldwide organisation committed to advocating, educating and encouraging improvements in companion animal welfare through the use of fear free techniques. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ECurrently we have over 350 professional members, many of these professional trainers in the animal industry, mostly with companion animals such as dogs, cats, horses, birds and pocket pets. Our PPGA members include some of most well renowned veterinary behaviourists and trainers, many of which have worked with rescues and councils in the past and have a wealth of knowledge in behavioural modification. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe PPGA members and affiliates focus on a pet’s physical, mental, environmental and nutritional well-being, a holistic approach to the care and training of family pets.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EMEDIA RELEASE, 3rd July 2023\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003ERelated Stories:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2021\/07\/understand-your-dog-better-for.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EUnderstand your dog better for a successful relationship\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2021\/12\/dog-training-collaboration-between.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EDog training collaboration announced between PPGA \u0026amp; Delta Institute\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; 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text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjthTCWBxyrmtgsP33rOFaQmvg97BVsIiFzdvIji7sjJLVMZgIttDCNeaRXT4BUu-L_pKnkzmSMBFbQHaJGC75ymrKxbdPLirNJtjIVyAj-z5tAP2JK_R-Xi-E3o7bGkbkSHUD_-FeKUnY1dYCFgYq4YUDIBrD2StFw9TakcaO5DT-fDvBvXBqj-DxC\/s1750\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_small_dog_stands_on_doorstep_yapping_red_door_and_walls.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1227\" data-original-width=\"1750\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjthTCWBxyrmtgsP33rOFaQmvg97BVsIiFzdvIji7sjJLVMZgIttDCNeaRXT4BUu-L_pKnkzmSMBFbQHaJGC75ymrKxbdPLirNJtjIVyAj-z5tAP2JK_R-Xi-E3o7bGkbkSHUD_-FeKUnY1dYCFgYq4YUDIBrD2StFw9TakcaO5DT-fDvBvXBqj-DxC\/s16000\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_small_dog_stands_on_doorstep_yapping_red_door_and_walls.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EBarking dogs. It can be enough to drive even the biggest of dog lovers crazy!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EAnyone who has lived with a dog knows that barking is a normal dog behaviour that they should be allowed to do where appropriate but \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2017\/03\/excessive-dog-barking-tips-advice.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Eexcessive barking\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E can quickly become problematic. Not only for the people in the home but for neighbours too.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIf you google 'barking dogs', the first thing that pops up will often be a variety of ‘anti bark’ devices. While such quick fixes may be tempting it is important to remember that solutions like these represent \u003Cb\u003Etreatment of the symptom rather than the cause of the behaviour\u003C\/b\u003E or what some may call a ‘band-aid solution’.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003ENone of these tools are recommended by the \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/RSPCAAustralia\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ERSPCA\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E[1]\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003Eor \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/PetProfessionalGuildAustralia\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003EPet Professional Guild of Australia\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E [2] and they are \u003Cb\u003Ehighly unlikely to produce a long-term change\u003C\/b\u003E in behaviour.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EMany dog guardians would be hesitant to place something on their dog or around their home that works to suppress behaviour by causing their pet physical or emotional discomfort. But, when the pressures of having a dog who barks excessively are coupled with the presentation of what appears to be a fast cure it is not at all surprising that temptation wins over in some cases.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESo, if anti-bark devices are not recommended what is?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3d85c6; font-family: verdana;\"\u003EHow can you help your dog humanely while also addressing the problem? \u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EThe first thing to ask yourself is: 'Why is my dog barking?'\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EThat may seem a painfully obvious question but you would be surprised how often dog trainers ask clients this and are told ‘\u003Ci\u003Eeverything!\u003C\/i\u003E’ or ‘\u003Ci\u003Enothing!\u003C\/i\u003E’ or ‘\u003Ci\u003EI have no idea...\u003C\/i\u003E’.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EWhile these are understandable answers because they usually come from a feeling of frustration, we need to make sure we are able to \u003Cb\u003Epinpoint your dog’s trigger for barking\u003C\/b\u003E if we want to create meaningful, long lasting changes. Bearing in mind that your dog may be barking for different reasons at different times.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ESome of the common ways we may categorise barking are:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgtYFcc08QfZv3IfJmaxmttzFMqhEnzfGEYjHLMRBflHgQ2PXNJfi9QLRPABNVJ8ypuI5mNYD9tKMN2ovkaAWg9GjuhfWtNQNVLjbrMr6dIp4WQgHKBh9qhBdWBw8U00zTNv_-h79Xigp1dKiL3X_F1MWq4lJ0_yI9PdilrDan8vcfZ-3V7dNcxM1sO\/s1920\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_Alert_or_Fear_Barking.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"823\" data-original-width=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEgtYFcc08QfZv3IfJmaxmttzFMqhEnzfGEYjHLMRBflHgQ2PXNJfi9QLRPABNVJ8ypuI5mNYD9tKMN2ovkaAWg9GjuhfWtNQNVLjbrMr6dIp4WQgHKBh9qhBdWBw8U00zTNv_-h79Xigp1dKiL3X_F1MWq4lJ0_yI9PdilrDan8vcfZ-3V7dNcxM1sO\/s16000\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_Alert_or_Fear_Barking.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Roboto, sans-serif\" style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Roboto, sans-serif\" style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: transparent; font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAlert Barking\u003C\/b\u003E: “I am a dog and I saw a thing!”\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Roboto, sans-serif\" style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EFearful Barking\u003C\/b\u003E: “I am worried about what is happening.”\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Roboto, sans-serif\" style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cb\u003EConnection Seeking\u003C\/b\u003E: “Hey look at me!” “Let’s play!!” (Previously may have called ‘attention seeking’)\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiP_4ZOrrA-MoVPrgMG5IztqogalvkixbZJZ_F24PLWVwaDyvI6wETw75FumqHzs-ICvCoyMrhv8nOGwBHa1hWpOOR-Iq9kp7X4F4JxFsgtWpZoniTahCKi3ip5rXRAtFgjh0bRQQdXmeYhUdPp6hx8Q8N2DcO2l9zatUUUYPqlTiPNAeerJ6UQy73o\/s1024\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_Chihuahua_with_head_tilted_back_barking.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"689\" data-original-width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiP_4ZOrrA-MoVPrgMG5IztqogalvkixbZJZ_F24PLWVwaDyvI6wETw75FumqHzs-ICvCoyMrhv8nOGwBHa1hWpOOR-Iq9kp7X4F4JxFsgtWpZoniTahCKi3ip5rXRAtFgjh0bRQQdXmeYhUdPp6hx8Q8N2DcO2l9zatUUUYPqlTiPNAeerJ6UQy73o\/s16000\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_Chihuahua_with_head_tilted_back_barking.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan face=\"Roboto, sans-serif\" style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESeparation Anxiety\u003C\/b\u003E: “Please don’t leave me.”\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E(Please note that\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2017\/02\/separation-anxiety-in-dogs-rising.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ESeparation Anxiety issues\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E are best referred to a vet behaviourist or specialist dog trainer).\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the best ways to categorise or understand your dog’s trigger or triggers for barking is to do an ABC assessment of the behaviour. In an A-B-C assessment the \u003Cb\u003EAntecedent\u003C\/b\u003E is the event that occurred immediately before the \u003Cb\u003EBehaviour\u003C\/b\u003E. The \u003Cb\u003EConsequence\u003C\/b\u003E is the event that occurred immediately after the Behaviour. In this situation, we are trying to note \u003Cb\u003Ewhat has happened immediately before and after your dog has barked \u003C\/b\u003Eto better understand how we can replace their barking behaviour with a more appropriate alternative. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EA few examples could be:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA: A friend appears.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EB: Dog barks.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EC: Guardian lets dog off leash to greet friend.\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/b\u003EIn this situation we could predict that the barking is being reinforced by the access to a friend. Possibly leading the dog to believe that their barking was what caused their leash to be removed.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA: Stranger walks by the front of house.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EB: Dog barks.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EC: Stranger continues walking out of sight.\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiPE-r8UlyIoYRZaxXX3tI6p21mqU5xMZFDLgCMt4uXgtM19Qql3RrilMwgS_Ryc4FWySqTQq26K2Gu62GB1gQa3oWEmtzn1ii-mky2ocq2EUrC_gczLRuwHCZ0SozrFkHntX6HJcOCMSF3RTg50iDQ9S5k8I1m32D4rjMWplNIDCMJD3stpwZeR5f1\/s1170\/Dealing_with_Dog_Excessive_Barking_small_dog_barking_at_the_window.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"780\" data-original-width=\"1170\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiPE-r8UlyIoYRZaxXX3tI6p21mqU5xMZFDLgCMt4uXgtM19Qql3RrilMwgS_Ryc4FWySqTQq26K2Gu62GB1gQa3oWEmtzn1ii-mky2ocq2EUrC_gczLRuwHCZ0SozrFkHntX6HJcOCMSF3RTg50iDQ9S5k8I1m32D4rjMWplNIDCMJD3stpwZeR5f1\/s16000\/Dealing_with_Dog_Excessive_Barking_small_dog_barking_at_the_window.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIn this situation we could predict that the barking is being reinforced by the person leaving. The dear dog doesn’t know that the person was going to walk by anyway and may be led to believe that their barking at the stranger is what saved their home and family from certain doom!\u003Cbr \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E A: Possum noises in the roof.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EB: Dog barks.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EC: Possum appears outside window.\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIn this situation we could predict that for some dogs the sight of \/ contact with the possum is reinforcing the behaviour of barking OR we could also predict that, for other dogs, the possum vacating the area is reinforcing the behaviour of barking. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003ERelating your dog’s behaviour to their body language \u003C\/b\u003Ecan also be a fantastic way to gain further insight into the function of their behaviour.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjHl_RDR1J9sXk1rG_l2cUeS1RlWn4IPm13Yr1XQm_hdVqOMtL9O_Q8vs_ACkN7j6glj1kEcd_iRI8iPg0CDdWbwOTcUDhFhH6SQ_yodL1jo3Sp8Z1MDF96O2KLhDsm3Ihl6p7NY7urtPPG5WCp6HMVCoPtoyYbXRBcsTCTGvybkrk1lTvLkDhm1vem\/s1024\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_small_and_large_dogs_barking_on_their_side_of_chain-link_fencing.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; font-size: medium; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"861\" data-original-width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjHl_RDR1J9sXk1rG_l2cUeS1RlWn4IPm13Yr1XQm_hdVqOMtL9O_Q8vs_ACkN7j6glj1kEcd_iRI8iPg0CDdWbwOTcUDhFhH6SQ_yodL1jo3Sp8Z1MDF96O2KLhDsm3Ihl6p7NY7urtPPG5WCp6HMVCoPtoyYbXRBcsTCTGvybkrk1lTvLkDhm1vem\/s16000\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_small_and_large_dogs_barking_on_their_side_of_chain-link_fencing.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EA dog who is moving forward toward the trigger with tense body language may fall into the category of ‘I want this thing to go away’, a dog who is moving towards the trigger with loose or wiggly body language may be hoping to gain contact, or a dog who is moving away from the trigger with tucked body language may be saying they are unsure and would like to get away.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EUnderstanding your dog’s body language \u003C\/b\u003Eis a critical part of being a good dog guardian. Make sure you learn how to speak dog! \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ctable align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" class=\"tr-caption-container\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiSzCO6n3dQUv0PDg7vN2y6k072bsVx_FReEiYxd04TQ9RIOQ8WD8feI6Tmr6eCbHquT-9bOBAGoLAD-6vrOgdzQ4qA8UK-dpx2dFPehYfjBy5ROUolWMvoehIhRglxYreL-2nrtFDDZVtzh_goIlKOPegNjOZWeCwMmf-95pa57CIO8tD5kq-O7YLh\/s1024\/Doggie_Language_starring_Boogie_Boston_Terrier-Credit_Lili_Chin.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1024\" data-original-width=\"663\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEiSzCO6n3dQUv0PDg7vN2y6k072bsVx_FReEiYxd04TQ9RIOQ8WD8feI6Tmr6eCbHquT-9bOBAGoLAD-6vrOgdzQ4qA8UK-dpx2dFPehYfjBy5ROUolWMvoehIhRglxYreL-2nrtFDDZVtzh_goIlKOPegNjOZWeCwMmf-95pa57CIO8tD5kq-O7YLh\/s16000\/Doggie_Language_starring_Boogie_Boston_Terrier-Credit_Lili_Chin.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\"tr-caption\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;\"\u003E[4] Credit \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/lilita\/5652847156\/sizes\/l\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003ELili Chin\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\u003C\/tbody\u003E\u003C\/table\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EOnce you have pinpointed your dog’s trigger\/s for barking you have the information needed to change it. But, before you start on any training journey it is necessary to ask yourself a few questions:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E1) Has my dog had a sudden change in behaviour?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EA sudden change in behaviour (be it barking or any other abnormal change in your dog’s behaviour) should warrant a vet check to \u003Cb\u003Erule out any illness or injury before anything else\u003C\/b\u003E. We simply cannot train out a medical condition. \u003Cbr \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E2) Am I truly meeting my dog’s needs?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThink \u003Cb\u003Ephysical, mental, social and emotional needs\u003C\/b\u003E. It can be a hard pill to swallow when we feel that we are doing our best with our dog and providing them with everything we think they should need.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EBut, sometimes it is important to take a step back and really ask yourself these difficult questions. Is your dog getting sufficient exercise? Do they get adequate quality rest? Are they \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australiandoglover.com\/2021\/02\/5-enriching-activities-you-should-do.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Ementally enriched\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E by being provided with \u003Cb\u003Ebreed appropriate challenges and activities\u003C\/b\u003E? Am I spending real quality time with my dog? \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAs a trainer, I will never forget the lightbulb moment one of my clients had when she said “\u003Ci\u003EI am with Rover all the time but I rarely actually spend time with my dog\u003C\/i\u003E…”\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIn this instance, the client resolved to make sure that they were not simply taking their dog with them everywhere but ensuring that they were actively engaging with their dog doing things that he enjoyed. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E3) What do I want my dog to do instead of barking?\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDogs are not great at doing nothing\u003C\/b\u003E. This is one of the big reasons why we don’t recommend punishment, anti-bark collars or simply shouting NO. Because none of these things tell your dog what to do instead of barking and are likely to be poor long-term solutions. (Plus, there is always the old joke that when you shout at your dog for barking, you are simply barking with your dog!). \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ESome great options for behaviours to replace barking are:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003EA: A friend appears.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EB: Dog looks at Guardian.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EC: Guardian lets dog off leash to greet friend.\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIn this situation we could predict that eye contact is being reinforced by the access to a friend. Hopefully leading the dog to believe that their calm attention was what caused their leash to be removed.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjrQbrypaN-RVMoMBYmDiUcPK5uSuUpAovZuMu6T1lXMC1uBI3FpMcY8YEIsRTQ0kHV_rl03MtJzd9NnZ-zvZWmBWJOYKkU8uUkwGddyGXboEOBJxY-t6zh75WtnBVQfsmD9nJL1WfLdNsWW7RPpuihsuCa0AI5h3aKBS7BCSuntRb1kOBDPNAhwJQJ\/s1650\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_Environmental_Management_black_puppy_with_front_paws_on_window_still_looking_outside.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"1650\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEjrQbrypaN-RVMoMBYmDiUcPK5uSuUpAovZuMu6T1lXMC1uBI3FpMcY8YEIsRTQ0kHV_rl03MtJzd9NnZ-zvZWmBWJOYKkU8uUkwGddyGXboEOBJxY-t6zh75WtnBVQfsmD9nJL1WfLdNsWW7RPpuihsuCa0AI5h3aKBS7BCSuntRb1kOBDPNAhwJQJ\/s16000\/How_to_Stop_Nuisance_Dog_Barking_Environmental_Management_black_puppy_with_front_paws_on_window_still_looking_outside.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E A: Stranger walks by the front of house.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EB: Dog finds Guardian.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EC: Guardian provides high value reward.\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIn this situation we could predict that running to find a guardian is being reinforced by the presentation of a high value reward. Providing the dog with an alternative and more reinforcing option than barking the house down. \u003Cbr \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cb\u003E A: Possum noises in the roof.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EB: Dog goes to bed.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EC: Guardian provides high value reward.\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EIn this situation, we could predict that going to a bed, mat or crate area is being reinforced by the presentation of a high value reward. Again, providing the dog with an alternative and more reinforcing option than engaging with the possum.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cblockquote\u003E Environmental management is a cornerstone of good dog training.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/blockquote\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003EManaging the environment means \u003Cb\u003Edoing everything you can to prevent your dog’s contact with a trigger outside of training\u003C\/b\u003E sessions. It simply isn’t possible for you to be ready to train at all times of the day and we know that if the unwanted behaviour is being reinforced as often as the replacement behaviour we are unlikely to see meaningful change.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003E Doing what you can to physically block your dog’s sight of the road out the front by \u003Cb\u003Eleaving curtains closed or masking the sounds \u003C\/b\u003Eof the possum with the TV or calming music can help dramatically when starting a training plan!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIn some situations, where the excessive barking can be resolved \u003Cb\u003Ethrough environmental management alone\u003C\/b\u003E and the dog guardian is satisfied with that type of result it can replace the training plan all together. In other cases, managing the environment is an extremely important and often overlooked stepping stone in changing your dog’s behaviour. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003ENow, it is all well and good to say we would like our dog to do one of the above behaviours in the presence of a huge distraction like a possum or beloved friend. But, it will take some time and persistent training working at a difficulty where your dog can be successful easily before you reach your goal behaviour.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EThis is where we often hear clients say “I tried positive reinforcement but it didn’t work”. Let’s be real, if I have a dog who has a history of rehearsing the unwanted behaviour of running to bark at a possum and I stand there saying “Go to Bed” right off the bat… I don’t think it would matter if I had the tastiest BBQ chicken on the planet! The dog would be pretty unlikely to notice me and would simply continue with their previously practiced behaviour.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhEmZIUzG3H3BNqeSK4mFnxhzq0HofNbsl-O9LK-9Ortf8LwrXB3LJ0jx-m1fB70mOVNgL1UJopNDuAELAO1HKQr7Bo8bRcr_t2X0-i-Vo41gWta_kQd7nm22Xd7kNB2-TNUVNxQoaBSRnZPLuIWQFPp6YIT9t9HeQ2W3hl5Q-af3DeP8sAwZh-e4hd\/s1024\/How_to_stop_nuisance_dog_barking_Jack_Russell_Terrier_offered_treat_as_reward.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"681\" data-original-width=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhEmZIUzG3H3BNqeSK4mFnxhzq0HofNbsl-O9LK-9Ortf8LwrXB3LJ0jx-m1fB70mOVNgL1UJopNDuAELAO1HKQr7Bo8bRcr_t2X0-i-Vo41gWta_kQd7nm22Xd7kNB2-TNUVNxQoaBSRnZPLuIWQFPp6YIT9t9HeQ2W3hl5Q-af3DeP8sAwZh-e4hd\/s16000\/How_to_stop_nuisance_dog_barking_Jack_Russell_Terrier_offered_treat_as_reward.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EOne of the best ways to begin this type of training is to \u003Cb\u003Estart with something your dog is already doing\u003C\/b\u003E (in the sequence of the unwanted behaviour) \u003Cb\u003Ethat is appropriate\u003C\/b\u003E and then build on that.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EUsing the possum example, we may find that the dog hears the possum, stands up, moves towards the source of the noise and then begins to bark until the possum comes down. In this situation I could begin training at the very moment I hear the possum or the very moment I notice my dog’s ears prick to the sound of the possum before the barking begins. \u003Cbr \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003EIn this early stage of training I wouldn’t be asking my dog to do anything specific, I would \u003Cb\u003Esimply notice the trigger and begin tossing that high value food\u003C\/b\u003E on the floor in front of the dog to create the association that when you hear this sound – chicken rains from the sky. This event – event learning is one way to get our foot in the door before our dogs become over stimulated to the point that they cannot listen or focus.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EWith enough repetition we should find that we set the expectation\u003C\/b\u003E of possum sounds = chicken and we should get to a point where the anticipation of chicken causes our dog to look towards us expectantly the moment they hear the critter sounds. \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EAt this point you may start to throw the food towards the dog’s bed! Continuing the training as time goes on watch your dog’s body language:\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EAre you seeing a reduction in stiff, tense muscles?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: \u0026quot;times new roman\u0026quot;;\"\u003E✔️\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003EIs your dog starting to eat the food in a more relaxed fashion instead of gobbling it up as quick as they can?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhYa5Ir4bx2tJrxKr0HEiHK-uriEWZkZgGkDOooPOr9v8S4oOg14HPB5CbcPsw4HSuwASreVOjTOtEBkAcLH4R2lPsqY23f5wiCwzSkj1X0xoA0pFTb4-3Kug4EX0HWWGkx9_7H1yYP8NShMg5tckd61QRCi4CRZqrNnqC1xQ4ZWFXooDLtYiY7U0f2\/s920\/How_to_deal_with_excessive_dog_barking_teaching_alternate_behaviour_lying_on_mat.jpg\" style=\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"613\" data-original-width=\"920\" src=\"https:\/\/blogger.googleusercontent.com\/img\/b\/R29vZ2xl\/AVvXsEhYa5Ir4bx2tJrxKr0HEiHK-uriEWZkZgGkDOooPOr9v8S4oOg14HPB5CbcPsw4HSuwASreVOjTOtEBkAcLH4R2lPsqY23f5wiCwzSkj1X0xoA0pFTb4-3Kug4EX0HWWGkx9_7H1yYP8NShMg5tckd61QRCi4CRZqrNnqC1xQ4ZWFXooDLtYiY7U0f2\/s16000\/How_to_deal_with_excessive_dog_barking_teaching_alternate_behaviour_lying_on_mat.jpg\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: x-large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EIf so, if might be time to ask them for a well-rehearsed, easy behaviour like \"\u003Cb\u003ELook, Sit\u003C\/b\u003E\"\u003Cb\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/b\u003Eor for some dogs it may be \"\u003Cb\u003EGo to Bed\u003C\/b\u003E\". If this occurs then you’re well on your way to gradually building that replacement behaviour!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EJust make sure that you \u003Cb\u003Edon’t stop reinforcing that replacement behaviour until it has become extremely stable\u003C\/b\u003E and is occurring with utter ease. When that occurs see if you can start to gradually taper down the ratio of reinforcement until you reach a realistic goal.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003EThe solutions outlined above are just some of the ways that we can begin to analyse and resolve a dogs excessive barking.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003EExcessive barking is something that will take time, consistency and dedication to change\u003C\/b\u003E especially in the case of a dog who may have a variety of reasons for barking. Outside of situations where environmental management alone may satisfy to resolve excessive barking we must accept that there are no quick fixes!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003EMeaningful behaviour change takes patience and many repetitions of reinforcing the replacement behaviour to be successful. If it feels like nothing is working and you’re at your wits' end, seek help from your \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ppgaustralia.net.au\/page-1862187\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"color: #2b00fe;\"\u003Elocal force free professional dog trainer\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; font-size: large;\"\u003Ewritten by \u003Cb\u003EJess Sandstrom\u003C\/b\u003E, \u003Cb\u003EHowling Success Dog Training \u0026amp; Behaviour\u003C\/b\u003E (February 2023)  for \u003Cb\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAustralian Dog Lover\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E (all right reserved).\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia;\"\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"font-family: \u0026quot;Times New Roman\u0026quot;; font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003E\u003Cb\u003E\u003Cu\u003EReferences:\u003C\/u\u003E\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: georgia; 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