Exercise, rest, social contact and clear rules make life with a dog work, not the size of your flat.
The old alpha pack model, in which a dog enforces “the hierarchy”, has been scientifically disproven.
A dog on a farm has different requirements than a city dog.
Bangers, rockets, bright flashes in the sky – for many dogs, New Year’s Eve is simply hell.
Weekend trip, holiday journey or move – many dogs regularly travel by car, train or plane. New environments, unfamiliar smells, unusual noises:
Estimates suggest that clinical separation anxiety affects 17 to 20 percent of all dogs and it is not a character flaw, but …
Cruise Tails and 1AVista offer cruises for dogs – but does it really work?
A missing stamp in the pet passport or a rabies vaccination not carried out in time can prevent entry.
In short: A livestock guardian mixed-breed from animal welfare needs mainly calmness and predictability in the first weeks.
In short: Small dogs weighing up to approx. 8 kg (including transport crate) are allowed to travel in the cabin with several …
General information, not legal advice. This article describes the legal framework as of the publication date to the best of our knowledge.
The proof of competence for dogs is mandatory in nine federal states for certain breeds. Costs: 80-150 euros plus possible preparatory courses.
Kommissar Rex demonstrated perfectly what is possible with German Shepherds through professional training.
Exercise, rest, social contact and clear rules make life with a dog work, not the size of your flat. Law, housing and travel rules differ between Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Anyone moving or travelling across a border needs to check the rules again.
