Tricky Dog Training

20/10/2023

🥳Consult Availability🥳
I will be opening up a few spots for select cases in the next month. Please enquire through my website to book.

13/07/2023

An amazing new opportunity in Townsville. Can highly reccomend this space and trainer to all!

You may have noticed things have been a little quiet around here at Sit Happens Socials. I've had to make the super hard decision to have a break from offering sessions for a little while to restructure the business to suit my client's needs as well as my own work-life balance. Sounds easy in theory right?! 😜😜😜

The most exciting thing to come of this though is that Snakeweed Flats is now listed as a Sniff Space!!! What this means is, as of August 1st, you and your doggos as well as a few of their friends, can come out and run, play, swim, sniff, kayak and have an absolute blast on the obstacles at the dam ANY DAY OF THE WEEK INCLUDING WEEKENDS!!!

You can find the details and make a booking right here: https://www.sniffspace.com.au/space-detail/301/snakeweed-flats

🐾 🎉 Come and join in the fun! 🎉 🐾

18/06/2023

🛼A massive thank you to for our leash and collar set! These products are unbeatable in terms of quality and design, designed to last and even passed the Edie test in terms of durability! 🛼

10/06/2023

💦Come along to the event at Anderson Gardens tomorrow to catch some DockDiving!💦

19/05/2023

18/05/2023

Incredibly disappointing to see both the vet profession portrayed like this and the comments on the original post. If it surprises you that there are costs associated with owning a dog then maybe you should reconsider owning one, particulary if you are going to get a designer breed (frenchies, pugs, dachunds, etc.) that basic research would show you are reknowned for complex health issues. To all the vets and vet nurses in my life, know I stand behind you and appreciate all the hard work you do!

An open letter to 'A Current Affair'. From me.

Dear A Current Affair,

I am a Veterinary Surgical Specialist and I write to express concern about your recent segment, which contains highly irresponsible, poorly researched content. Next time you wish to provide a public platform for someone to moan about paying fees they consented to (fees to provide advanced life support and spinal surgery to their pet), only to ask the staff to 'have a heart', I would suggest you researched two topics;

1 - The impact it has on vets and veterinary nurses to be told every day they are 'in it for the money'.
2 - The French Bulldog breed.

Veterinarians are not just tired of the emotionally manipulative narrative that they must not care about animals unless they provide this care at a low cost - it is actually killing them. Veterinarians have 4x the su***de rate of the general population, and research tells us this type of 'story' contributes. As hardworking individuals, we go in into the profession optimistic and hopeful about saving lives. In fact we pay thousands of dollars to train to do just that. Veterinary specialists (similar to a human specialist) pay even more for training, and make sacrifices you can't imagine. What we didn't factor in, was the fact we would get daily abuse for doing our job, because we need to charge for this service (so that, you know, staff/rent/equipment loans can be paid...).

Here are some readily accessible resources you can access. The 'sick as a dog' podcast especially highlights the effect this emotional abuse has on our profession.

Veterinary Su***de:
https://www.sickasadogpodcast.com.au/
https://www.nomv.org/
https://www.flynnswalk.com.au/

The French Bulldog, a second research topic.
The French Bulldog is the cutest breed you could ever meet. I have a special interest in treating them. The reality though - they are bred for the cute squishy faces and not for health. In fact, things have got so bad, some may say they are virtually incompatible with life. Here is some information on these breeds.
https://www.ava.com.au/love-is-blind/
https://www.change.org/p/australian-national-kennel-council-improve-the-welfare-of-brachycephalic-dogs

I propose a segment on the French Bulldog, and the emotional toll treating this breed takes on the vets trying to save them (often to no avail). You could give the segment a catchy name like 'I bought a breed I knew may need life-support, I just didn't want to be the one to pay for that life-support', and you would already have the footage.

Your irresponsible reporting of the French Bulldog case, hauling a small business over the coals for doing their job, I find especially disappointing from a well-respected high-profile show. I hope you will consider a follow-up segment reporting on the actual facts behind these situations.

Regards,

--
Dr Abbie Tipler ATCL BVSc MANZCVS FANZCVS
Specialist Surgeon

13/05/2023

You won’t find a better puppy class in Brisbane!

🌟🌟 PUPPY SCHOOL HAS ARRIVED 🌟🌟

Have you recently or are you about to welcome a new pup into your life? We’ve got you and your new bestie’s education covered 💜

From toilet and crate training to appropriate play, exposure, confidence building, nutrition, desensitisation and more.

🐾 4-week course
🦮 Small classes for personalised training
🐾 For pups 8-14 weeks upon commencement
🦮 Starts Tues 23 May @ 6pm
🐾 Held in Brendale
🦮 1st vaccination required
🐾 Course total $175

Limited places, message us to book!

13/05/2023

For the first time ever– DOCKDOGS - the world’s number one canine aquatics sport event is coming to Townsville. 🐶🌊

Part of this year’s Our Townsville event, DockDogs will run Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 June and you can get your furry friend involved!

Whether you and your furry best mate are seasoned competitors or first-time participants, DockDogs and the K9 Superwall are sure to provide fun and entertainment for all.

Don't miss your opportunity to register and be part of it! Grab your dog's leash and get ready to make a splash! 💦

For all the details and to register, head to: https://bit.ly/3VY4xVg

25/04/2023

❤️Cracker Group of Dogs❤️

24/04/2023

Another vote from me for Greyhounds!

12/03/2023

🎓Foundations Class Graduation 🎓
A pleasure to work with such a wonderful bunch if dedicated and intuitive handlers, keep up the great work ladies!

11/03/2023

🌧️Kobi crushing his makeup session despite the rain🌧️

06/03/2023

🎓Class of January 2023🎓
Wonderful group to finish off with before my break. Was very impressed with the dedication and enthusiasm of this group. Good luck with your future training!

05/02/2023

❤️Referrals❤️
It has been a very busy few months for Edie and I, so I would like to officially make this post for any people needing training urgently. All new clients who have contacted me recently know this already but I cannot more highly recommend Pawsitive Pet Training] for private consultations. Jos is a Delta Qualified Trainer with a wealth of knowledge behind her and will always create a safe space for you and your dog to learn. Get in touch with her to discuss your training needs Pawsitive Pet Training]
Picture of Edie with Jos’s gorgeous kelpie Ned, they very much enjoy each others company.

29/01/2023

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Sadly, well-meaning guardians are sometimes given outdated, dangerous advice to sequester their puppy inside until they've had all their vaccines.

This is not the most up-to-date advice from behavior professionals and vets who specialize in behavior, yet many vets, rescues and breeders still give this guidance.

Yes, your puppy can go out before all their vaccines. And if they don't, they're more likely to develop a fear of being outside.

If you've missed that critical window (3-16 weeks) and your dog seems afraid of the outside world, there are still ways to help them. Read more in this week's blog post: https://rescuedbytraining.com/2023/01/16/fear-of-outside/

28/01/2023

❤️ I swear this little terrier will be the downfall of my ‘no second dog’ plan❤️