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Barking is one of the most common challenges dog owners face, and it can quickly become frustrating if it happens too often. While barking is natural, many dogs learn to use it to demand attention or get what they want. An expert at the Dogs' Trust has revealed one common habit pet owners have that can exacerbate the situation.The dog professionals say that shouting or scolding your dog for barking is the wrong way to train them. They shared: "The key to reducing and even preventing barking is to understand why your dog is barking in the first place. When you learn what your dog hopes to gain from barking, you can show them that they can get what they want by behaving in a calmer, quieter way."Never tell your dog off The experts at Dogs' Trust warned: "Although their barking may be frus...

Dogs are man's best friends, but to people with allergies, they can be problematic. Certain dog breeds are more prone to illicit allergic reactions in people than others. Some breeds are considered hypoallergenic and may be a better choice for those with allergies. Many people think that less hair on a dog means that it is a better option for people who suffer with allergies, but the hair is not the issue.According to Spruce Pets, proteins in a dog's dander, saliva, and urine are what trigger allergies. All dogs produce dander, which is dead skin that flakes off, and this attaches itself to dog hair. So, breeds that are more likely to shed heavily leave more dander in the home. Breeds that drool a lot are problematic, as they can also spread more saliva, which then causes issues for tho...

The bacon sandwich, especially known as a "bacon butty" or "bacon sarnie," is a beloved and classic dish in Britain. Although other countries have their own versions of a bacon sandwich, the British style typically features a particular kind of "back bacon,"Typically, it is served in soft bread with butter. Toppings usually include the likes of brown sauce or ketchup, making it an easy-to-make and tasty staple in the UK's food culture.Many people will stick to simply grilling or frying the bacon straight from the packet without any seasoning, believing 'if it is not broken, don't fix it'. As perfectly fine as that may be, some chefs recommend adding a couple of ingredients to really bring out the meat's natural flavour. One chef, Meredith Abbott, the Senior Culinary Director for Sur La ...

Everyone with a Netflix subscription knows just how difficult it can be to find something new to watch on the streaming platform.You can spend your entire evening scrolling through its various categories and still not come across anything that peaks your interest enough to click on it.Instead, some users end up giving up altogether and switch it off before settling down for the night with a new movie or series to keep them entertained.However, to help make things easier on its users, Netflix-Codes has shared a list of secret codes you can enter into its search bar to bring up the 'best' titles on the platform.Sharing the little-known secret on Reddit, one user said: "A cool guide of Netflix codes to search all genres of movies and shows not shown within the platform. Wow!"Commenting on ...

We all know that dogs can’t talk, even though we wish we could communicate with our furry friends and hear their innermost thoughts and feelings. Despite this, they can find other ways to ‘speak’ to us through body language, and sometimes even barks.Jude, however, is a talking Beagle thanks to his owner Michelle Marotta, and he has a whole system that he’s been taught how to communicate through, meaning he can ask for certain things, such as letting his owners know when he’s hungry and wants to be fed.However, when his owners were out, he asked Alexa for something sweet because he wanted to relax and have time to chill out.His owner explained in the caption of his video that it was one of his “new buttons,” and he loved using it.When Jude trotted over to his buttons, the machine exclaim...

Before you go on holiday, you need to ensure that you’ve packed everything. Bikinis, swim shorts, enough vests, shorts, and probably underwear for at least double the time you’re actually going on holiday for.However, everyone can agree that the most important things you need are undoubtedly your travel documents and passport. Without these, you won’t be travelling to any holiday hotspot.Liv, who posts on TikTok as @lliv.gk, shared that her suitcase was “on the flight to Turkey” she wasn’t allowed to board because of a little-known rule.She issued a warning, penning: “WARNING: To anyone who is going to Turkey. Your passport has to be 150 days before your passport expires, otherwise they won’t let you on the plane”.In the comments, some slammed the rules as “pointless,” asking why does a...

President Donald Trump is reportedly fuming behind closed doors over the lack of progress made on a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine, following his separate meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky earlier this month, according to new reports.The lack of progress toward a ceasefire or peace deal between the two countries has reportedly caused Trump, who promised on the campaign trail to end the war within "24 hours," to privately fume that his high-profile attempts at diplomacy have seemingly failed, according to new reporting from The Atlantic.One White House official familiar with the matter told the outlet that some that frustration has been reinforced by some Russia hawks in the GOP, including Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC)Graham has r...

The one thing most engaged couples want is for their wedding day to go by perfectly without any unexpected problems or situations.From deliveries going wrong to dresses getting stained or the weather not looking the way you wanted it to, a lot of things can go wrong on your wedding day. While most of these issues are insignificant in the big picture, they can seem like a disaster in the moment.So when your partner leaves you alone at the alter, you're sure to have a lot of thoughts spinning around in your head. This was the case for one bride named Lily Digby, who was left in shock when her partner decided to go off-script when reading his vows to his bride.In a video posted on TikTok, the man started off reading from his small book with his vows, he soon closed it and went to grab some...

Applying eyeliner can be a tricky task, especially for mature beauty enthusiasts. The presence of fine lines and loose skin on the eyelids can make it challenging to achieve smooth, even lines.Some may find that liquid liner appears 'too harsh' against their skin. However, with the correct techniques and products, older women can still attain stunning, defined eyes.Victoria Beckham Beauty customers in their 60s and 70s have been singing praises about the brand's Satin Kajal Liner, and it's easy to understand why. The eyeliner, priced at £32 and offering the option to include a sharpener free of charge, is available in 21 beautiful shades in matte, jewel and shimmer finishes.Among the shades is Cocoa, reportedly one of Victoria's favourites, as well as the new Terracotta, which creates a...

A groundbreaking new review from King's College London has revealed that autistic adults in their middle age and beyond are battling with undiagnosed autism and encountering a host of mental and physical health problems too. The research also uncovered staggering gaps in autism studies focusing on older people with the condition.Published in the Annual Review of Developmental Psychology, the investigation revealed that roughly 23% of people under 19 with autism are thought to remain undiagnosed. In comparison, 96% of autistic people over 60 have never received a diagnosis.This older demographic showed the highest rates of missed diagnoses, with 96.29% of autistic men and 97.19% of autistic women over 60 failing to receive proper diagnosis.The 40 to 59 age bracket followed closely behind...