The Block
Good reads for life with a dog
Notes, guides, and lessons from people walking the same block. Sorted by what you need.
By concern Heatstroke & hot pavement 20 Puppy basics 14 Senior care 14 Anxiety & stress 13 Reactivity & leash aggression 9 Separation anxiety 7
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Arthritis 5 Excessive barking 4 Joint & mobility 4 Paw care 4 Recall training 4 Eye conditions 3 Gut health & poop 3 Itchy skin 3 Leash pulling 3 Resource guarding 3 Epilepsy & seizures 2 Fleas, ticks & mosquitoes 2 Weight management 2 Allergies 1 Brachycephalic airway issues 1 Collapsed trachea 1 Cushing's syndrome 1 Dental health 1 Heart conditions 1 House training 1 Hypothyroidism 1 Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) 1 Patellar luxation 1 Thunderstorm & firework fear 1
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Article Cataracts in Older Singapore Dogs: What to Watch For Cataracts cloud a senior dog's lens and can steal vision fast. Learn to tell it apart from normal ageing haze, spot early signs, and know when surgery helps.
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Article Vision and Hearing Loss in Senior Dogs: Normal Ageing or Vet Visit? A plain-spoken guide to vision and hearing loss in senior dogs, covering nuclear sclerosis, cataracts, presbycusis, and when it's time to see a vet.
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Article Senior Dog Arthritis and Joint Health in Singapore's Climate Changes in movement deserve assessment, even if your dog is older. Arthritis is manageable, but stiffness has other causes too. Ask for an individual pain and…
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Guide Mastering Positive Reinforcement Dog Training in Singapore Use rewards to teach everyday skills, keep the environment manageable and pause when your dog is distressed. Agree safe puppy socialisation with your vet and…
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Guide Realistic Dog Training Timeline for Singapore Owners Build a training plan around useful progress in everyday Singapore settings, rather than a promise that every dog will master the same skills in the same…
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Article Recognising Common Dog Health Issues in Singapore Learn to identify common dog health issues in Singapore, like skin, joint, eye, and tummy problems, and know when to consult a vet.
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Comparison Pet insurance in Singapore: how to compare cover Compare pet insurance exclusions, excesses, limits and claims terms in Singapore. A practical checklist, without unverified premiums or a universal best plan.
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Guide Senior dog care Support an older dog through changes in mobility, behaviour and daily routines, with a care plan agreed with your vet.
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Guide Recall, and where to practise it safely in Singapore Recall is the most important thing you can teach your dog, and Singapore gives you almost nowhere legal to practise it off-leash. Here is how to build it…
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Guide Clicker basics A clicker is a timing tool, nothing more and nothing less. Learn to use it well in a small Singapore flat and you will have the clearest, most efficient…
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Heatstroke & hot pavement 20 Puppy basics 14 Senior care 14 Anxiety & stress 13 Reactivity & leash aggression 9 Separation anxiety 7 Arthritis 5 Excessive barking 4 Joint & mobility 4 Paw care 4 Recall training 4 Eye conditions 3 Gut health & poop 3 Itchy skin 3 Leash pulling 3 Resource guarding 3 Epilepsy & seizures 2 Fleas, ticks & mosquitoes 2 Weight management 2 Allergies 1 Brachycephalic airway issues 1 Collapsed trachea 1 Cushing's syndrome 1 Dental health 1 Heart conditions 1 House training 1 Hypothyroidism 1 Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) 1 Patellar luxation 1 Thunderstorm & firework fear 1
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