Lauren Sharkey
Lauren Sharkey is a journalist-turned-dog behaviourist who runs Winnie’s Worldopens in new tab: a training and behavioural company that aims to give dogs and their pet parents the life they deserve. She shares her life with a Shar Pei named Winston, who is the inspiration for her career change along with being her biggest love (and challenge!).
Recent Kinship articles by Lauren Sharkey
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Unpopular Opinion: Not Everything Should Be Dog-Friendly
It’s time someone said it
Is Daycare Overwhelming Your Dog? How to Spot the Signs
There’s such thing as too much play
Are Cane Corsos Banned in the UK? Here’s What You Need to Know
Cane Corsos are legal in the UK – but could that change? Here’s what pet parents need to know
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Why is My Dog Obsessed With ‘Shaking It Off’, Even When They’re Dry?
It’s more than just a quirky habit
Is the Cane Corso the New Status Dog? Here’s Why That’s a Problem
The rise of Cane Corsos as status dogs highlights deeper issues in the dog world
