Critical Puppy Development Milestones
Why early inputs matter more than most people realise There’s a common line that gets thrown around in dog training that it’s never too late to train a dog. That’s true in the sense that behaviour can always be worked on and improved. But it’s not how we tend to […]
Evening Zoomies
Puppy Overstimulation and Evening Chaos If your puppy seems to unravel in the evening, you are not alone. The day can feel manageable. There are naps, a bit of training, some play, maybe a walk. Then late afternoon hits and everything shifts. The biting ramps up, the zoomies take over, […]
Dog Weekender 27-29 March
The Direct K9 Dog Weekender is a weekly snapshot of what’s happening in the dog world across Brisbane, Adelaide and Melbourne, combining relevant updates in behaviour and welfare with a small number of verified events you can attend with your dog. Dog News This Week Oldest genetic evidence for domestic […]
USDA Dog Welfare Review
Regulators in the United States are beginning to define what dog welfare actually looks like in practice. A new federal review is asking detailed questions about breeding, exercise and socialisation, signalling a shift from broad principles to measurable standards for commercial dog operations.
Direct K9 Dog Weekender: 20–22 March 2026
If you’re looking for something to do with your dog this weekend, there are often more options than people realise — from adoption days and social meet‑ups to public dog sport trials and special community events.
Dog Toilet Training Problems: Why Your Puppy or Adult Dog Still Has Accidents (and How to Fix It)
Are you struggling with toilet training after the puppy phase or with an adult dog? It is a common enquiry we receive and there are a number of things to consider and action if you are dealing with these problems before engaging a professional dog trainer. Let’s take a closer look. Common […]
Great Dane Breed Spotlight
Great by name, but are they ‘Great’ by nature…. Let’s take a closer look at the Great Dane. A Brief History of the Great Dane Despite the name, the Great Dane has strong roots not in Denmark, but in Germany. Originally developed as a boar-hunting dog in the 16th century, early Great […]
Can Separation Anxiety Be Avoided?
Resolving separation anxiety is one of the more common training enquiries we get at Direct K9 Services. Once entrenched, managing separation anxiety can be quite involved and requires incremental change over a longer period of time. But can separation anxiety be avoided through appropriate puppy training and conditioning? Let’s explore. What is Separation […]
Is Pet Insurance Really Worth It?
Should you get pet insurance for your dog? It’s a good question. Full disclosure: I’ve never had a pet insurance policy myself. But in researching this topic I uncovered some interesting information that gave me an understanding of where it might be beneficial. Please note this is a research/opinion piece and does not constitute […]
The Essential Puppy Buyer’s Guide
Bringing a puppy into your life is exciting, heart-warming, and let’s be honest – a little overwhelming. This Puppy Buyer’s Guide is your comprehensive roadmap to choosing, preparing for, and raising your puppy the right way. Before You Bring Your Puppy Home Understand Puppy Development Puppies experience key developmental stages: […]