Let's Go Fido

24/03/2025

Luna the most popular name for dogs and to make the point we have Luna the Labrador, Luna the Cocker Spaniel and Luna the Dachshund in our current Willoughby Class ###xx
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22/03/2025

Anything is possible. It is out how much you want to make it happen
This is Sara’s and Pepper’s story I won’t even try to tell it and it is only just about to begin . The planning and hurdles have been real
But I know that I will be checking my inbox hoping I have a next update of this wonderful Adventure they are about to embark on x

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20/03/2025

So the pups left there toys like this ! I think this a proactive statement that they are want more toys !

18/03/2025

I had the privilege of graduating this class 4 Paws Vet Clinic . Sue had done all the hard work explaining the skills why and how and where to use them . I showed up to observe these wonderful guardians putting them into action .
Congratulations to Finley,Denis,Hugo,and Moo for doing such a great job x
I truly hope to train with you again in our Getting into Sync course . Your training journey has only just begun

16/03/2025

It is hot today but before the heat got to scorching fun was had at our Hooper Event . 6 course were laid out . Fun was had by all the dogs . Guardians went home with Rosettes or participation certificates but most important a dog with the biggest smile.

15/03/2025

14/03/2025

So handsome it excuses him most sins x

14/03/2025

Does your dog love sniffing ? Do they have what it takes to learn and seek out an odour? Whilst some dogs become detection dogs, most dog do this ( scentwork) as a healthy outlet . We have a 4 week course starting next week in Willoughby if you fancy having a go .

12/03/2025

Puppy class is a place where you get to ask for help. You can tell on your puppy . You can problem solve and share resources .
Puppy school is a fun and happy place for all
I hope these images reflect that ###x
Congratulations to these wonderful forever guardians.
Please meet
Toby , Meshki, Zadie and Fig
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11/03/2025

Teenage pups get up and they are ready to go. So we put this to the test with 4 weeks of training at 6.30 am .
The pups were great . The guardians were brilliant with new friendships made confidence grew , enthusiasm abounded.

What did we learn
That loose lead waking is more about your dogs joy to be with you than lead tension
That neutrality makes a great dog
Recall is celebrating your pups desire to set off in your direction at speed

Thank you Mambo, Obi, Polly, Ellie and Rosie
For the joy your bring to training ###xx

If you think the world of your dog ..
I hope to train with you soon

07/03/2025

So Tuesday’s night are always fun but these puppies were a highlight . They all arrived early, always did their homework, and wanted more . What did their guardians leave puppy school with? Skills and an understanding of their pups personality type . Each pup will have a different path to take to get to the same end goal “ a pup who enjoys hanging out with you and chooses you from all the distractions city life offers “
I am so looking forward to seeing these pups whether it is in private training , Hoopers , scent work or in our rockstar courses
You are and were brilliant x

05/03/2025

Not sure howI managed to chop off all the pups head !!!! Will sort it out ###x

03/03/2025

These cheeky puppies and their guardians graduated from our Getting into Sync course . They were fun. Ace started the course fearful and barky . She left confidently joining in with exercises . Penny started wanting to only work with her mum and left happy to come away and hang out with me x . Rosie started wanting to jump and bite the lead . Now she is happy to walk alongside her guardian for a reward . Wesley arrived so convinced that his good looks would get him though the course and left understand that reinforcement comes through listening and working with his fabulous guardian x
Congrats to you all . Thank you for all the homework you put in

02/03/2025

Scent classes are starting soon. If your dog loves sniffing this is a must for you x

26/02/2025

EVERYONE WANTS A RESILIENT DOG.
The good news Resilience is something you can learn.
What is resilience?” The capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulties”
Being mentally flexible and having an optimistic outlook is critical. The more skills your dog has up their paw, the more options they have but what if I told you all dogs are born with a superpower that can enhance all the learning you give them! @!@!

That superpower is the ability to detect scent. Switching on your dog’s nose enhances learning
If you are interested in Switching on or enhancing your dog’s scenting ability, we offer sessions privately at your home or in groups, locally in Willoughby

Email [email protected]

24/02/2025

Most people choose their dog on their
-appearance
-size
-coat type
-exercise needs
But within each breed, within each litter, there will be differences in DRIVE
WHAT IS DRIVE ?
"High-drive dogs tend to be more energetic, needing frequent physical and mental stimulation, while low-drive dogs are typically more relaxed and content with moderate activity."

Most pet owners want low-drive dogs, especially at home. Most dogs that come to see me with unwanted behaviours have higher drive than they were anticipating and some come because the household they live in, is full of HIGH-drive humans.

High Drive dogs need you as their guardians and coaches to be skilled. They are looking for clarity, variety and, extensions to their skills. If you think you have a high-drive dog .... do yourself and favour and get into training classes or enrol in some one-on-ones .
If you think your home is too busy , then reach out so we can create a zen place for your dog to retreat too,rather than joining in and mimicking the Hype

20/02/2025

Muster Dogs will have everyone considering getting a dog and possibly a working line dog . Please remember that most of our parks in the city where dogs are allowed off lead are smaller than a farmers field. That green space in the city has to be shared not just with dogs but people and sports .
All too often these working breeds turn to herding kids , herding dogs ,chasing birds , joggers , scooters bicycles and Cars !!!!
Yes you can achieve a calm dog but it takes training
The dogs in the series are trained and worked everyday and it does not stop for several years!
If you don’t want to spend nights in ,weekends with the dog ,don’t have the desire to take on train advice , don’t have the determination to keep going when it gets tough ….please don’t get a dog but especially a working breed for their sake x

17/02/2025

All those who like to walk their dogs on Mosman foreshores please keep an eye out
If your dog is a scavenger please keep them on lead until you have done one lap of these areas

Attention Sydneysiders - SASH Northern Beaches treated two dogs last week with suspected rat bait poisoning. Both dogs had recently been walking around the Mosman Rowing Club and the adjacent park. This has been reported to council.

Please ensure you keep an eye on your dog when out walking to safeguard them from ingesting something they shouldn't, and never leave dogs unattended in off-leash parks.

Rat bait poisoning symptoms can include vomiting and diarrhoea , lethargy, bleeding (of the gums or nose, or blood within their stools / urine) seizures and difficulty breathing.

If you suspect your dog has ingested poison, please take them to your closest SASH emergency immediately.