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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?
Positive Reinforcement: Training Beyond Treats?
I use food extensively in my training, both for my own dogs and the dogs that I work with. But what happens when food isn’t the main motivator for our dogs’ behaviour?
Managing Triggers with Sensitive Dogs
If you share your life with a sensitive dog, you know that walks can lead to stressful situations for both of you – especially if we consider urban environments, or situations in which avoiding triggers is difficult. So, what can we do about this?
Dealing with Environmental Sensitivities
Have you ever felt pressured to take your puppy or young dog everywhere in hopes of helping them adapt to new experiences? It’s a common concern among dog owners: “If I don’t expose them now, they’ll never get used to it and they’ll never be able to go”.