


Dogs often like to 'help' us in the kitchen, but they can get underfoot, are at risk from boiling water, and may help themselves to food (counter surfing). It makes sense to have them settle outside the kitchen, on a mat or in a basket, unless you're lucky enough to have enough space in your kitchen to settle them there. 



If your dog often steals, think of how you've structured his day. Does he have enough to do? Dogs do need to learn that they can't always have your attention, but on the other hand being with an owner who is often out, then is watching TV most of the time when they are home is very boring! Make sure he gets enough exercise, at least two good walks a day, and take time to play training games with him. A ten-minute game of hide-and seek, or 'hunt the titbit', both involving 'stay', can settle him before your favourite TV programme - much better than having him interrupt your viewing by getting up to mischief.