Cadaver dogs perform one of the most challenging and important jobs in search and rescue. These specially trained dogs can detect the scent of human remains, even when they are buried underground, submerged in water or hidden beneath rubble. Their remarkable noses are capable of identifying tiny amounts of odour that humans cannot detect. This…
Training a seizure alert dog is one of the most specialised areas of assistance dog work, and researchers are still learning exactly why some dogs can detect an approaching seizure. Unlike guide dogs or detection dogs, a dog’s natural ability to recognise the changes that occur before a seizure cannot simply be taught—it appears that…
Special forces dogs are among the most highly trained working animals in the world. They operate alongside elite military and police units on dangerous missions, using their intelligence, speed and extraordinary sense of smell to locate threats, protect their handlers and save lives. Training begins with careful selection. Not every dog is suited to this…
Every day, specially trained detector dogs help protect airports by using their extraordinary sense of smell. A dog’s nose contains up to 300 million scent receptors, compared with around six million in humans, making them one of nature’s most effective detection systems. Airport sniffer dogs are trained to detect explosives, illegal drugs, firearms, prohibited food…
Every city has its local characters, but few have captured hearts around the world quite like Boji, the famous street dog of Istanbul, Turkey. With his calm nature, intelligence, and love of adventure, Boji became an international sensation after commuters noticed him regularly travelling across one of the world’s busiest cities using public transport entirely…
🐶Dogs never cease to amaze us with their intelligence, loyalty and devotion. One remarkable example was Eclipse, a black Labrador–Mastiff mix from Seattle, USA, who became famous for catching a public bus by herself to visit her favourite dog park. 🐶Eclipse’s daily adventures began almost by accident. One day, while waiting at a bus stop…
Have you ever wondered why your dog pulls on the leash and totally ignores you? Most of the time, it’s because you’ve set things up so that it’s easy and comfortable for your dog to ignore and disobey you… You bought one of those harnesses, hoping that it would stop him pulling. But it didn’t,…
Dog ownership has grown rapidly in China, especially in major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. As a result, dog walking has become part of daily life for millions of pet owners. Walking a dog in China’s crowded cities can be quite different from walking one in Australia. Many people live in high-rise apartments,…
Many people assume that once a dog reaches its senior years, all it needs is a comfortable bed and plenty of rest. While older dogs do enjoy their naps, regular walks remain essential for their health and wellbeing. As dogs age, they naturally lose muscle strength, flexibility, and stamina. Gentle exercise helps maintain mobility, supports…
Turkey has a unique relationship with dogs. In cities such as Istanbul, dogs are a familiar part of daily life, and dog walking often looks different from what many Australians are used to seeing. One of the most remarkable features of Turkey is the presence of community dogs. These free-roaming dogs are cared for by…