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Feb 1, 20243 min read
Rescue Dog VS Street Dog
When I was looking for a rescue dog to join my family, I found that actually, it was so much easier to adopt a street dog. For the purpose
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Jan 25, 20242 min read
What’s the Process Like in Becoming a Dog Behaviourist?
I get this question at least once a week, so I thought I'd answer it via my blog, in case anyone else was curious! My first step was choosin
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Jan 18, 20244 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
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Jan 12, 20242 min read
Socialisation Myths
There are many myths about dogs, and especially puppy socialisation, and I'm here to debunk them! Let's get those puppies starting out...
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Jan 3, 20242 min read
Behind the Scenes - a Day in the Life of a Dog Trainer
I often get asked what’s it like to have the best job ever, so here it is: A day in the life of a dog behaviourist. I normally have...
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Dec 21, 20234 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.
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Dec 12, 20233 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
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Dec 6, 20232 min read
Is Little Dog Syndrome Real?
Little dog syndrome is a non-scientific term that suggests that small dogs are more likely to show specific behaviours, including;
Barking
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Nov 29, 20231 min read
The Best Local Dog Walks
I thought I'd pull together a list of my favourite local dog walking routes, to give you a few new ideas of great places to take your dog!
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