Skipper's Dog Blog

Skipper's Blog

Q&A With Dog Trainer and Behaviourist | Adelaide Stewart-Jones

We partnered with Adelaide Stewart-Jones, a dog trainer and behaviourist from The Confident K9 to ask our customer's most common and pressing questions, from puzzling behaviours to essential training techniques.

by Crystal Moore on February 18, 2025

How Long Can You Leave Your Dog Alone

Discover how long you can leave a dog alone at home. Learn about ideal durations and tips to make leaving your dog alone a positive experience for both you and your dog. From minimising stress to making suitable arrangements for extended absences.

by Crystal Moore on February 13, 2025

How to Celebrate Christmas with Your Dog

Discover how to celebrate Christmas with your dog with these 10 ways. From baking delicious treats, to going on an extra long walk in the morning. You can make your dog's Christmas extra special this year with at least 1 of these 10 recommendations!

by Crystal Moore on December 13, 2024

How to Teach Your Dog to Paw with Louise and Ivy

In this blog, you will learn how to teach your dog to paw. The paw command is one of the easiest tricks for your dog to learn and is a great way to strengthen your bond with your dog!

by Crystal Moore on November 22, 2024

How Often Do You Walk Your Dog? | Factors to Consider When Walking Your Dog

There are many factors to consider when deciding how often you should walk your dog. Despite that, regular and consistent walks are very beneficial to your dog's health mentally and physically. Walking is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to exercise your dog and can be tailored to your dog's age and breed.

by Crystal Moore on November 15, 2024

How Many Calories Are in Each Treat?

Whether your dog is on a diet or you are concerned about overfeeding your dog, it is nice to know how many calories are in your dog's favourite treat. Our fish treats for dogs vary in size; however, the calories may shock you.