BarkingMad SA, a leading animal welfare organisation, was alerted to deeply concerning information that a new pet retail franchise was, as confirmed...

Is your dog bored? Good socialising, regular exercise and daily mental stimulation are the ingredients for avoiding boredom. Displays of unwanted...

Dog aggression may stem from the fact that many dogs have a phobia of vet visits. The smells, the presence of many strangers, and general noises and...

Car travel doesn't have to be as daunting as you may think. If your dog is already taking short trips, that is a bonus, and conditioning them for a...

Intelligent Dogs: Are Some Dog Breeds More Intelligent Than Others? This question is both good and interesting. The answer, however, is far more...

Dog meets cat! Not all dogs are cat-friendly. Fortunately, most, even old dogs, can be trained to accept a cat or kitten into the family. There are...

Jumping up is a natural behaviour for dogs. When dogs meet, they often sniff and lick each other's faces as a form of elation, so it is only natural...

From Shelter to Home: Building Trust Before Training Here are 6 things to remember when training your new rescue dog Training should start as soon...

Not without my dog: BarkingMad Launches Groundbreaking Initiative BarkingMad, South Africa's largest animal welfare networking platform, has...

Understanding how dogs learn is essential for anyone who trains dogs or wants to become a dog trainer, and to avoid these top training mistakes. The...