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Why does my dog….? The Weird Questions You’ve Always Wondered!Â
Why does my dog want to play fetch but doesn’t give up their ball?Â
Fetch is a fun game for your dog, and for some dogs, chasing it again i
Feb 15, 20244 min read


Top Tips for Getting Your Dog to Come Back to YouÂ
Of all the different behaviours I teach, and all the different problems people come to me with, the most common issue, year after year is...
Feb 8, 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
Feb 1, 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


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...
Jan 12, 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...
Jan 3, 20242 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


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
Dec 6, 20232 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!
Nov 29, 20231 min read


Life Skills VS Obedience
Let’s stop looking at dogs who are barking / growling / lunging at ‘naughty dogs’ who need training.
Oct 12, 20232 min read


Life Stages in Dogs
From puppyhood to seniors, dogs go through many different development stages, all of which require owners to adapt their care giving, includ
Oct 5, 20233 min read


Hoover Dogs
Does your dog eat literally anything and everything? Does your dog think that totally inedible things are… well, edible? Does your dog activ
Sep 9, 20232 min read


Three reasons your dog doesn’t listen to you
Do you find yourself getting irritated that your dog isn't listening? Here are the most common three reasons...
Sep 2, 20232 min read


The Importance of Letting a Dog ‘Win’ in Playtime.
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!"
Aug 11, 20232 min read


Consequences of Teasing and Winding Up Your Dog...
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
Aug 4, 20232 min read


Breed Groups
The UK Kennel Club currently recognises 221 breeds. These are split into seven breed groups; • Gun dogs • Hounds • Pastoral • Toy •...
May 22, 20234 min read


Crate training - a necessity or cruelty?
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
Apr 10, 20232 min read


20 Reasons to Train Your Dog!
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
Apr 3, 20233 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


How to Choose the Breed for You!
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
Mar 16, 20234 min read
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