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 Why Punishment-Based Dog Training Backfires Punishment-based dog training can suppress growls and mask fear, raising bite risk. See why reward-based methods are the safer standard for Singapore dogs.
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Article 5 Dog Training Mistakes We See in Singapore HDB Flats Five common dog training mistakes Singapore HDB owners make, from corridor-only practice to anxiety barking, and practical fixes for each one. -
Article The 5 Behaviour Problems Singapore Dog Owners Ask About Most A hub guide to Singapore's five most common dog behaviour problems: barking, resource guarding, separation anxiety, lift lobby reactivity and leash pulling. -
Article Tug of War in an HDB Flat: Is It Safe for Your Dog? Tug of war will not make your dog aggressive when played with rules, but hard floors, tight corridors, and puppies need a Singapore-specific approach. -
Article IVDD in Dogs: A Singapore Guide to Slipped Discs and Recovery A Singapore vet guide to IVDD in dogs: breed risk, warning signs to spot at home, what the golden 24 hours means, and treatment options here. -
Article Reading Your Dog's Tail: What Each Wag Really Means A dog's tail speed, height and side each signal something different. Here is how Singapore owners can tell a relaxed wag from an alert, fearful or anxious one. -
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… -
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… -
Article Vet-Check Timelines for Dogs by Life Stage in Singapore Plan puppy, adult and senior vet visits in Singapore: individual review dates, vaccine records, clinic quotes and practical questions for your appointment. -
Article Leash Training Basics for Singapore Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide Learn leash training basics for Singapore dogs. Improve walks, manage pulling, and know when to seek professional help for a well-behaved pet. -
Article Understanding Excessive Barking: A Guide for Singapore Dog Owners Learn about excessive barking in dogs, its causes, and effective solutions to ensure a peaceful home environment. -
Guide The Singapore dog health calendar: monsoon parasites, heatstroke and tick fever through the year A good health calendar makes dog ownership feel more manageable. It tells you what is due, what has changed and who to call, without pretending every dog needs… -
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… -
Guide Loose-leash walking in Singapore’s shared spaces Start with room, reward a slack lead and make the task easier when your dog struggles. Lift lobbies, narrow pavements and crossings need practical choices, not… -
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… -
Guide Toilet training the apartment way No garden, no driveway, just a tiled floor and a lift that takes two minutes to arrive. Here is how to toilet train a puppy in a Singapore flat without losing…
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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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