The ‘dominance’ myth has been around for years, but there’s been a sudden increase in the amount I’ve heard this:"Never let your dog win!"

Have you ever faked a ball throw? Or maybe you put a toy just out of reach to see what your dog would do? Have a read below and see what you

So many people have crates, and their dog seems to be happy in them… but also, so many people call them cruel. Is that true? In some countri

For safety. Typically, trained dogs are safer. You can let them off lead without worrying they’ll run away. You can teach them to stay away

You've probably heard all these training terms like 'positive reinforcement', 'balanced training', 'force-free trainers' or 'science based t

I can't tell you how many people I speak to that say "we regret getting this breed". They wouldn't change their dog for the world, of course

When looking for a trainer, you’ll find that the cost varies between them, sometimes by a lot! So why doesn’t everyone just pick the chea...

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

Have you been told any of the following:"You need to be the leader of your pack!""Your dog is trying to dominate you!""You are the Alpha!"

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

Our pets love their gardens, don’t they! But I’d your garden as fun as it can be? And is it safe for them?

Is your dog afraid of fireworks? Does your dog shiver and shake at every bang? Are you feeling sorry for your pup all night long?

Why, when we say ‘dog walk’, does it sound like a chore? Why are dog walks something that we do just to get done? Why are dog walks a task w

I often get asked which is better; private dog training or group classes, and although I have my preference, it’s not for everyone! Let’s...

It’s a common myth that puppies must stay in your house and garden until a week after their vaccinations are completed. And, in some cases,

Tug is one of many dogs' favourite games to play, but there's a lot of suggestions going around that tug games are bad for your dog and can

Everyone always asks me what treats I use, and the honest answer is that I mix it up, otherwise they get boring! So I thought instead of jus

So you've taught your dog to 'sit', or maybe a few other cues, but how do you know your dog actually knows the cue? How can you be confident

One of the scariest moments in every dog owner’s life is when you need emergency vet care. Unfortunately, without the flashing lights and si

As a dog behaviourist, I deal with a huge range of breeds, and often get asked if a dog’s breed makes a difference to behaviour and/ or trai