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 18 Puppy basics 14 Senior care 14 Anxiety & stress 13 Reactivity & leash aggression 9 Separation anxiety 7
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Arthritis 4 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 Shock Collars and Prong Collars in Singapore: What the AVS Advisory Says The July 2025 AVS advisory on aversive training tools explained, including why shock and prong collars fail in HDB environments and what trainers recommend…
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Article Sterilising Your Dog in Singapore: Timing, Costs, and What to Expect Dog sterilisation in Singapore: individual timing, AVS licensing, itemised costs, preparation, recovery and when to call the vet. -
Article Grooming needs by coat type in Singapore's climate How to groom single, double, curly, wiry, silky, smooth and hairless coats in Singapore. Brushing, bathing, drying, ears and skin health in the humidity. -
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 Will you wait for me at the corner? Life with Udo: growing older together. Warm stories from a dog’s point of view, with practical advice for life together in Singapore. -
Comparison Choosing dog boarding in Singapore: the checks that matter Questions to ask when comparing dog boarding in Singapore: premises licensing, overnight staffing, individual care, emergencies, costs and trial stays. -
Comparison Pet insurance in Singapore: how to compare cover Compare pet insurance exclusions, excesses, limits and claims terms in Singapore. A practical checklist, without unverified premiums or a universal best plan. -
Article Choose better The first thing to teach your dog isn't sit or stay Before sit or stay, teach your dog to check in with you. Here is why voluntary attention is the foundation that makes recall, loose-lead walking and calm… -
Article Pet insurance: is it worth it for an indoor-only dog? Is pet insurance worthwhile for an indoor dog in Singapore? Compare policy limits, pre-existing conditions, claim payments and a dedicated savings fund. -
Guide A daily routine for working Singapore dog owners: WFO, hybrid, and the dog at home A dog does not need you home all day. It needs a routine it can predict, enough physical and mental work bracketing your absence, and a plan for the hours in… -
Guide Singapore dog walking hazards: heat, monsoons, traffic, monkeys and the things owners forget A walk in Singapore carries hazards that temperate-climate guides never mention. Pavements that burn paws by mid-morning, monsoon drains that fill in minutes,… -
Guide Boarding while you travel The booking-order decision, the AVS pre-flight checklist, travel insurance that covers the dog, and the Johor option. -
Guide Heatstroke first aid The cooling protocol vets recommend and the dangerous methods to avoid. -
Guide Senior dog care Support an older dog through changes in mobility, behaviour and daily routines, with a care plan agreed with your vet. -
Guide Reactivity in the lift lobby The HDB lift lobby is an almost perfectly designed trigger: a tiny space, zero retreat options, and doors that open without warning onto whatever is waiting on… -
Guide Separation anxiety on HDB working hours Help a dog who struggles alone with a veterinary assessment, suitable company and gradual practice within their comfort. Barking timing is not a diagnosis,… -
Guide Socialisation in a dense city Help your puppy meet city life at a comfortable pace: lifts, sounds, people and surfaces, with safe choices and room to retreat.
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Heatstroke & hot pavement 18 Puppy basics 14 Senior care 14 Anxiety & stress 13 Reactivity & leash aggression 9 Separation anxiety 7 Arthritis 4 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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