Emma Newth-West

Some thoughts I had recently were around the language we use to describe our dogs 🐕💭. For those of you who don't know, I used to live in Spain and have a degree in Linguistics and Spanish 🇪🇸📚 — so I’ve spent many hours studying semantics, etymology, grammar and the rest. I truly believe that the words we choose to use hold power, even if we aren’t always aware of it ✨🗣️. Temporary vs Permanent “Being”: A Linguistic Lens In Spanish, there is a verb for “being” as a temporary state, and a...

As heatwaves become more frequent — not just this year, but likely in years to come — it’s important that we think beyond the usual advice of ice treats and early‑morning walks. While those are helpful, there are several deeper, often overlooked ways we can support our dogs’ wellbeing in hot weather. Heat can be genuinely challenging for dogs, especially those who are overweight, anxious, reactive, or carrying excess coat. The good news? There is so much we can do to make their lives easier....

Co‑regulation is one of those concepts that sounds a bit “woo‑woo” at first… until you realise you’ve been experiencing it your whole life. And your dog has too. At its core, co‑regulation is the idea that emotion is energy in motion — and that energy can be transferred between beings who are close to each other. Humans do it. Dogs do it. All mammals do it. And once you understand it, dog training suddenly makes a lot more sense. 🌡️ You Already Know What Co‑Regulation Feels Like Imagine...