Is Playing Tug Good for your Dog?
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
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Aug 18, 20222 min read
How Well Have You Taught Your Dog?
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
Aug 8, 20224 min read
Kids and Dogs
Did you know, 50% of children are bitten by a dog by the time they’re just 12 years old? 77% of these bites are from a family / friend’s dog
Aug 2, 20222 min read
My dog disobeys me, and I encourage it!
Sounds crazy, right?! A dog trainer teaching their dog to not do as they're told? Well...not quite! My dog does as she’s asked to 9 times ou
Jul 12, 20222 min read
“My Dog is SO Stubborn!”
MY DOG IS SO STUBBORN are words I hear on a daily basis. "They just would rather do their own thing.""They don't listen to me!" "They know..
Jul 3, 20221 min read
How Old is Your Dog in Human Years?
It is often said that 1-dog-year equals 7-human-years, however this is untrue for a couple of different reasons;
Jun 17, 20224 min read
Does Breed Matter?
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
Jun 8, 20223 min read
Recipes for Homemade Training Treats!
Fancy baking something special for your hungry dog? Or maybe you are fed up of store bought training treats? Then I have just the trick!
Jun 3, 20223 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!
May 19, 20223 min read
Tips for Training
Are you after some extra tips for training? Do you want to be able to communicate better with your dog? Or maybe you are just thinking about
May 13, 20223 min read
What to Avoid When Buying for Your Puppy!
We all know how exciting it is to get a new puppy. And isn’t it so tempting to spend a fortune on them before you’ve even got them? Here’s a
Apr 20, 20224 min read
Aggression Explained
Aggression is a really common dog problem, and something that I help people with very regularly, varying from a bit of a growl all the...
Mar 31, 20223 min read
Is Your Dog’s Dry Food Good Quality?
But first, WHY is it important for your dog’s food to be good quality? Just think in terms of humans; you wouldn’t eat takeaways and fast fo
Mar 24, 20222 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.”
Feb 11, 20223 min read
Top 5 Mistakes New Dog Owners Make and How to Avoid Them
1. Using aversive tools to correct behaviour Aversive tools include: Shock collars Choke collars Prong collars Ultrasonic devices...
Dec 29, 20214 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...
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