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Dogs on Holiday: Travelling with Your Furry Friend
The summer is a time for holidays, family BBQs, and fun, but it can also be a stressful period for our furry friends. With a little prepa...
Jul 17, 20242 min read


Sleepy Yawns VS Stress Yawns?
Have you ever been doing training with your dog and all of a sudden they stop and have a scratch? Or maybe they went to get a drink? Rand...
Jun 26, 20243 min read


Unusual rewards I’ve used as a dog trainer
Treats and toys are great rewards for most dogs but that doesn't mean they are the only rewards that can be used. Sometimes treats or toys..
Jun 12, 20242 min read


Is It Okay To Spoil Your Dog?
I can’t tell you how many times I hear owners say - so embarrassed - “oh I admit she’s allowed on the bed” or “I’m sorry he’s a boy spoiled.
May 21, 20243 min read


Ball Obsessed Dogs
Tennis balls, squeaky balls, footballs, any balls… some dogs just feel like there’s never enough! They’re fun to chase, cheap and can be...
May 7, 20243 min read


Dog Massage
When was the last time you went for a massage? I wish I could go more often, as it's so relaxing, but it's also incredibly good for our brai
Jan 18, 20244 min read


The Secret Behind Rewards
Listen up. I'm going to give you all the secrets other dog trainers won't tell you about reinforcement and rewards.
Dec 21, 20234 min read


Reasons Your Puppy Might Be Biting You!
Whether you have a puppy who bites all day long, or is perfect until their ‘witching hour’ and then the teeth come out, here are some reason
Dec 12, 20233 min read


Durable Dog Toys for Our Super-Chewers!
Every dog owner has a toy doctor’s surgery, or worse, a toy graveyard. I get it, buying new toys gets expensive and stitching up old ones is
Nov 16, 20234 min read


Why Choose Positive Reinforcement?
You've probably heard all these training terms like 'positive reinforcement', 'balanced training', 'force-free trainers' or 'science based t
Mar 20, 20232 min read


Are ‘Quick Fixes’ real?
You’ve probably heard the saying that 'quick fixes' in dog training are too good to be true, and often, it is.
Quick fixes have a reputatio
Feb 27, 20232 min read


Puppy VS Rescue
Thinking of buying a puppy or rescuing a dog? Not sure which way to go? Here are some tips and advice!
Feb 21, 20233 min read


12 Dog Training Myths (and the Scientific Truth!)
Myth 1. It's Too Early to Start Training My Dog.
The TRUTH: It's NEVER too early to start training! Puppies learn new things from Day 1. I
Dec 19, 20225 min read


Preparing for a Baby? Don’t Forget to Prepare Your Dog!
As cute as a dog and baby are together, it comes alongside a huge safety concern, which is a huge concern for many soon-to-be parents!
Jun 3, 20223 min read


Why is Enrichment so Important?
Canine enrichment means “engaging your dog in activities designed to stimulate their mind and keep them physically fit.”
Mar 24, 20222 min read


Who needs some new Kong filler ideas?
My dog and I LOVE Kongs! She uses a Kong when left alone, when I’m busy working, or sometimes just to make her breakfast more exciting ...
Feb 24, 20224 min read


My Favourite Enrichment: Tried and Tested!
Providing enrichment for your dog is not only crucial for their mental stimulation, but its fun for you too, and a fantastic way for you...
Dec 29, 20214 min read
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