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I often get asked by dog owners to help them stop their dogs from barking at the window cleaner. It’s a question that pops up frequently, and understandably so – having your dog barking non-stop while someone is cleaning the…
Trainers talk about dogs needing rules and boundaries all the time. Aversive and balanced trainers tell us we need them because they make our dogs compliant and submissive. They use them as an excuse to punish dogs. I think dogs…
The role of management in dog behaviour training is so often understated or shrugged off as avoidance. But there are some excellent reasons why it should take centre stage in your dog behaviour modification plan. In this blog, I’ll talk…
With the night drawing in, many of us are now being forced to walk our dogs in the dark. But, doing it safely, and comfortably, may not be quite as simple as just buying a few reflective collars.
When your dog goes through the trauma of of a dog attack, it doesn’t just effect them. Whether you were there, or not, it’s very possible that you are also experiencing the effects of trauma as a result of your…
If you’ve ever felt like you’re putting in loads of effort with your dog’s behaviour training but not seeing the results you hoped for, you’re not alone. It can be incredibly frustrating to work tirelessly and still feel like you’re…
Every unpleasant experience has the potential to cause trauma in dogs. Find out why some bad experiences have lasting effects and some don’t in this latest blog!
As a specialist in rescue dog behaviour and trauma, I am very familiar with the challenges that come with rescue dog behaviour training. Some dogs come with a story, but most don’t. And even when they do, you can’t always…
A lovely client of mine recently brought up a situation with her dog that’s so typical it could be any of my clients, and many different kinds of problem. In this blog I talk about why it appears some dogs…
Loose lead training is something that many seem to struggle with, here are 6 things you can do today that will improve your dogs loose lead training. Check them out…
No two dogs are the same, so I will always take time in assessing behaviour properly before dog training can begin. The initial assessment will usually take between 45-60 minutes. Mostly it will involve us chatting, whilst watching your dog…
If you’re thinking about bringing a new puppy into your home, this is undoubtedly an exciting time for you. There’s a plethora of advice online about how to choose a puppy and what to look for when talking to a…