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Why dog trainers never recommend retractable leashes (flexi leads)
Any dog trainer worth their salt will never recommend one of those horrible, dangerous retractable leads. You may even go to a class and politely asked to use a different leash, or even given a lecture on why they are so bad! I always try to steer my students away from these monstrous pieces of […]
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It’s not the dog it’s the owner: Debate.
This is something that we hear an awful lot. Especially after the latest dog attack. Or when we walk by a barking, lunging dog. We see other dogs of the same breed being well behaved, why not this one? It must be the owners. The owners must have done something to make this dog so […]
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Dog training advice: If internet advice is not working.
Your dog has a behaviour problem. You want her to stop pouncing on your guests. Teach him to walk nicely on a lead. Or maybe you want to teach him to do a new trick. Google is usually the first port of call. Or if your like me, YouTube is the go to for how […]
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Why do dogs wear a muzzle?
This post is for all the people who are doing their utmost to protect their dog by using a muzzle, and hopefully dispel any myths or stigmas surrounding muzzles. The first thought that might enter someones head when they see a dog with a muzzle is ‘that dog is dangerous’. And whilst the dog may […]
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Do I need a dog trainer or behaviourist?
When your dog has a behaviour problem, who do you turn to? Did you know that there was more than one type of dog expert? Not all dog experts are the same, or qualified to deal with the problem. Dog Trainers The problem is often the motivations behind the behaviour. Why is your dog doing […]
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Be your dog’s hero!
Today’s blog occurred to me whilst George was having his quick lunchtime loo break. Usually the streets around me are very quiet and dog free at lunchtimes, and with George being occasionally grumpy towards other dogs, its a perfect time for a relaxed walk. Today not so much though! Now George has come a long […]
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Rules for keeping kids safe and dogs happy.
Dogs are part of the family, however, they are not born with the knowledge of how to interact with their younger family members. The key to a happy family life is through teaching both kids and puppy how to interact with each other, as well as good management by mum, dad, and other adults. Know […]
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Should I punish my dog?
SIf there is one question that I get asked time and again it’s this one, ‘should I punish my dog?’ It’s an understandable question. There is so much information on the internet, and it can be quite confusing. So, to punish or not to punish, that is the question. Every time a dog makes a […]
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Is your puppy socialisation strategy creating future behaviour problems?
How to socialise your puppy the right way! Every dog trainer on the planet will bleat on about socialisation until the cows come home, and whilst it is super duper important that you socialise your pup, it’s even more important to do it the right way. ‘Wait, there’s a right way and a wrong way?’ […]
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Happy Vets Visits
Happy Vets Visits Is your dog afraid of visiting the vets? It’s a common phobia in dogs, turning any normally happy pup into a quivering wreck. It’s about as pleasant as visiting the dentist for most people. And can be stressful for both dog and owner. Why is my dog scared? The veterinarian office is […]
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