Force of habit

I was just wondering if any of my fellow dog owners could help me understand why my dog sneezes just before doing a poo. It is a mystery that I would like to get to the bottom of (excuse the pun!).

Helen Ruth, by email

Down to business

Hello,
I know this might sound like a funny question, but is it possible to train my dog to 'go' in my garden? I've found my local authority isn't changing the dog bins so often and they fill up quickly. It might just be easier to train her to go in my garden before we go on a walk. The problem is, she's a shy goer (she goes behind a tree when we're out so I have to subtly watch so I can find it after, but avoid her embarrassment!) so I'm worried she might not want to. She does go in the garden when I let her out before bed, but she knows I'm not watching then.

Thanks very much!

Jules Morris, by email