Positive Dog Business

27/08/2024

Hop over to our new page to see our latest Puppy Pre-school graduate.
(See comments of how to get there)

26/08/2024

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL DOG'S DAY!

I found this photo recently. It's taken in about 1977, and these were our family dogs. Delas (Gaelic for Faithful, a Cairn Terrier, and Boy a West Highland White). Small but mighty walkers. We hiked miles with these two. I didn't realise it then, but they began my lifelong passion with the amazing companionship and fascination with the awesomeness of dogs.

Share a photo of your awesome dogs. I'd love to see xx

26/08/2024

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL DOG'S DAY!

I found this photo recently. It's taken in about 1977, and these were our family dogs. Delas (Gaelic for Faithful, a Cairn Terrier, and Boy a West Highland White). Small but mighty walkers. We hiked miles with these two. I didn't realise it then, but they began my lifelong passion with the amazing companionship and fascination with the awesomeness of dogs.

Share a photo of your awesome dogs. I'd love to see xx

And hop on over to my new page to stay connected. See comments for info

19/08/2024

So here it is. Rosie Robinson from has designed my new logo. It’s a cute font with flourishes that represent dog tails, and cute colours. We are still creating the website, but it shouldn’t be long now.

You may be thinking that because I’m focusing on helping people walk their dogs and teaching Puppy Pre-school, I’m promoting your dog being by your side, or even you being by the side of your dog, but no ……. It reflects 'me' being by 'your' side. Not in a creepy way, and not in a way that is looking over your shoulder, checking on what you are doing and constantly correcting you. I’m by your side in a supportive way. Finding the positives, teaching you and your dog with kindness, giving you both autonomy and choices and no matter how small they positives are, we build on those nuggets.

When you’ve got a difficult dog, and you don’t want to give up on them, your world can become very small, and you can become frustrated, isolated and stuck in negativity. I can relate because I’ve been there, and it’s my goal to be by your side as I help you navigate to joyful life with your dog.

And as for the puppies. I just looooove being by your side! Although they are very cute, the bitey, pooey, peey, not listening kinda challenges are real and it’s a great deal of fun helping you out.

Check the comments to find out where you can find my new page and give it a like.... I'm excited!

18/08/2024

I qualified as a dog trainer in 2018, and since that time I've really enjoyed the human side of teaching as well as helping dogs. Providing support for people struggling with a puppy or a reactive dog, sharing my knowledge and skills, and enabling you to live your best life with your dog is my goal. However, my current business name doesn't reflect this and so tomorrow I'll be sharing new name, new colours, and new logo. I'm excited!!

14/08/2024

04/08/2024

Are you a new puppy owner with bite marks and scratches on your hands and forearms? Are you frustrated especially when those sharp little needles draw blood? One of the reasons a puppy becomes bitey is because it’s tired. Ensuring your puppy has between 15 and 20 hours of good quality sleep can prevent the bitey’s. There’s more help we can provide for your individual situation, but take heart, this period does end, and we can help you navigate this natural stage of a puppy’s growth.

We run Puppy Pre-school classes at Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre in Moss Vale. Our first lesson is online on a Monday evening and then we have four practical lessons in the vet practice on Tuesday evenings.

Please contact Shona from Positive Dog Business on 0417 506 006 for more information.

We’d love to help you with your puppy.

30/07/2024

Our first cohort of puppies.

We met last week online and this week we enjoyed our first lesson in the Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre.

Tiny breeds like Mini the Chihuahua can be snappy, barky and defensive. This can often be because they have not developed confidence, they are constantly picked up and they haven't learnt any skills. Tonight she met gentle Hunter, loved the skateboard, the Mini sized ball pit, and learnt to drop it, on cue. Well done Mini and Hunter 🧡🐾

There are two spots left in our classes. We do a rolling enrolment so you can join any time (subject to availability) and still complete the full course.

For more information please call Shona on 0417 506 006

21/07/2024

Click here to register for Puppy Pre-school:

Welcome! I look forward to meeting you and your new puppy.Please note when entering your phone number, select Australia and use the country code (+61) and remove the first '0' from your mobile phone number for a smooth booking experience.See you soon, Shona x

21/07/2024

Click her for more information about Puppy Pre-school, Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre, 48 Berrima Rd Moss Vale.

Check out this A4 designed by Shona Seymour.

21/07/2024

Do you have a new puppy?

Do you want your puppy to listen to you better and follow your instructions?

Do you want them to stop all the typical puppy behaviours like peeing and pooping in your house, biting and chewing your things?

Learn how to best socialise with other dogs and people, and teach them some obedience at Puppy Pre-school

- Southern Highlands Veterinary Centre, 48 Berrima Rd, Moss Vale.
- 5-week program (First lesson online) and remaining 4 lessons in the vets.
- For pups 10 weeks to 18 weeks
- Small classes
- Qualified positive reinforcement trainer

We run weekly orientation lessons online (Zoom), so if you’re waiting for a spot in the practical lessons, you can get some help straight away (you don’t have to wait 5 weeks for help)

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION https://www.canva.com/design/DAGK7TBmALU/ZSkTvhtYczhfjqSra-x-tg/view?utm_content=DAGK7TBmALU&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor

AND REGISTER HERE FOR OUR FIRST ZOOM LESSON STARTING TOMORROW 22nd JULY AT 6PM.
https://calendly.com/dog-101/puppy-pre-school-orientation

04/07/2024

What's the best thing your dog has done today? Bonus if you have a photo!

The reason I ask this question is because when you are living with a dog that is challenging, we can become ultra focused on all the behaviours we don't like. It can make us irritable toward our dog, and resentful that life with our dog looks different to what we had anticipated.

Today, I want you to find something your dog has done that you like, no matter how small :)

A lovely example I have, is a dog I have been working with in a shelter. He's been there a long time, he's adorable, but the right human for him just hasn't arrived yet. Anyhow, he gets excited when he see's I've arrived and barks quite a lot. It's a behaviour that can be irritating. Anyhow, over the last couple of weeks I've only approached him when he's not barking. It's a bit of a process and it started with noticing small moments of not barking. This week, when I arrived, I noticed he was sitting in his pen bolt upright, with sparkly eyes and his mouth closed, looking as pleased as punch with himself. It was a milestone, and I was so proud of him.

If you need help with your dog's behaviour, particularly on walks, book a free 30-minute discovery call (link at the top of the page). We can have a chat to find out what is going on for you and your dog and see if I can help you.