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Stop the Chaos! The Power of a Calm Start to Your Dog’s Walks
Does your dog start their walk by pulling on the lead, barking at anything that moves, or generally forgetting that you exist as soon as you step out of the door? If so, you’re not alone. Many owners of young, high-energy dogs experience this, but the good news is, there are a few simple simple steps we can take to improve things!
On Border Collies & Anticipation!
If you own a Border Collie (or other intense breed!) you probably know that they love their “activities”. Anticipation of these activities can lead to unexpected and challenging behaviours!
Understanding Your Dog’s Behaviour: Why “Ignore the Bad” May Not Be Enough
As a rewards-based dog trainer, I often hear pet owners ask, “should I reward the behaviours I like and ignore the behaviours I don’t?” If you’ve been attempting this well-intentioned approach, and it isn’t working quite as you’d expected, this one’s for you!
Does Your Herding Dog Lunge At Cars?
Have you ever been told that your Border Collie just needs to watch cars until they get used to them? Or maybe you’ve heard that you should reward them with treats as cars pass by, hoping they’ll start associating vehicles with positive experiences? If your dog won’t even take a treat when cars are around, you’re not alone—and you’re likely frustrated.
Snuffle Mats & Kongs Aren’t Calming Your High-Energy Dog?
When it comes to dogs with big feelings and even bigger energy, focusing exclusively on “calming” activities might actually be doing them a disservice.
Reactive Dog Myths!
As a dog trainer who specialises in working with reactive dogs, I often hear misconceptions about reactive behaviour that can leave pet owners feeling frustrated, confused, or even hopeless.
Supporting Our Dogs Through Firework Season
Firework season is upon us: here are some tips on how we can best support our dogs through this challenging time.
Help! My Dog Barks At Other Dogs!
Why do our dogs sometimes bark and lunge at other dogs, and what can we do about it?
Why it’s not “ok”, even if “he’s friendly”
It’s crucial to remember that not all dogs are in a position to interact, especially those on a leash. Here’s why we should respect the space of leashed dogs and promote a safer environment for everyone
Are You Teaching Your Dog To Look For Triggers?
If you have a dog with big feelings, you may have some strategies in place to help them deal with triggers when out and about. But are you accidentally turning these management strategies into cues to look for triggers?