Halloween is a season brimming with excitement: spooky decorations, vibrant costumes, the sounds of laughter (and the occasional shriek!) filling the streets. Many new puppy guardians might look at Halloween as a perfect time to expose their puppy to the world’s quirks, but trick-or-treating often isn't the best environment for effective socialisation. Here’s why you might want to skip the door-to-door festivities with your pup and consider alternative ways to build their confidence.

Introducing a new puppy to an existing dog is a delicate process. Here are some tips to help make the introduction smooth and positive for everyone:

Many dogs show problem behaviour when they have mild chronic pain, so it is important to get your dog checked by a vet sensitive to this issue.

Confidence building is all about helping a dog feel secure and capable in a given situation. Just like us, dogs confidence grows by having lots of positive experiences, that boosts their sense of achievement and helps them feel more confident.