Getting a new puppy is really exciting, and you’ll be keen to head off on new adventures together. But before you can do that you need to bond with your new furry friend and build a good relationship, and one of the best ways to do that is to teach them some basic commands. Socialising […]

Dogs truly are amazing creatures – especially the pups over at Medical Detection Dogs! They use their noses to sniff out anything from cancer to diabetes to allergens such as peanuts, helping their clients live a normal, active lifestyle. The team are now training a team of six dogs who they hope will be able […]

At The Insurance Emporium, for several years now, we have provided the pioneering Medical Detection Dogs charity’s insurance cover for their amazing sniffer dogs. These dogs are trained up to detect cancers and other diseases, while also working as Assistance dogs supporting people with life-threatening health conditions such as diabetes, alerting them to potential health […]

As the old saying goes, “Why keep a dog and bark yourself?” However, as dog owners, we may become worried if our pups are making a lot of noise, and excessive barking can become a real problem. If your dog is barking frequently, it could mean they’re distressed about something, and you may not have […]

Whether you’ve just brought home a new puppy, or your dog’s all grown up, effective communication between the two of you is important! Not only will it help you properly train your furry friend, it’ll also strengthen your bond with each other. Unfortunately, canines don’t use words, so we have to learn to talk to […]

Bringing a puppy into your home is an amazing adventure! But there’s so much advice out there, however, on how to train puppies that it can be hard to know where to start. One common question is whether or not you should crate train your new friend? It’s not suitable for everyone, or every dog, […]

Crufts champions Hayley and Teal, her Shetland Sheepdog, were thrilled with their success at Crufts 2019! The dynamic duo enjoyed success throughout the weekend, and even went on to win the Agility Championship on the Sunday. Success doesn’t come without real grit, hard work and a whole lot of dedication. From eating right to yoga, […]

At The Insurance Emporium, we were glued to our screens during this year’s Crufts, watching our sponsored duo, Hayley Telling and her Shetland sheepdog, Teal, going for gold! After the events had reached their end, we caught up with Hayley to discover more about their latest achievements! The events! It was a really busy four […]

To many owners, dog training could be a fairly important part of life with a canine. However, it’s one of those things where you might not be sure where to begin. At The Insurance Emporium, we thought we’d help you out with this, and who better to ask than Crufts champions Hayley and Teal? Read […]