Ruff Mutts Dog Training

23/12/2024

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas 🎅...and be careful what you leave on the bench 😁

13/12/2024

Yep yep yep 🤣

08/12/2024

Scott and Smurf - they did it! Advocates for veterans 👍 What a fun year we've had 😊

05/12/2024

Trip down south meeting some new recruits, what a pair of cuties 😍 It's a tough job 😁

03/12/2024

On this International Day of People with Disability, we pause to recognise the incredible strength, resilience, and achievements of individuals living with disabilities including invisible disabilities. Today also serves as a reminder of the profound impact that support systems—like psychiatric assistance dogs—can have in empowering people to live independent and fulfilling lives.

mindDogs are specially trained to support individuals with mental health conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. These remarkable animals provide a wide range of life-changing services, including:

Preventing or interrupting panic attacks by recognising early signs and providing grounding or physical support

Alerting to triggers and providing emotional stability during overwhelming situations

Providing deep pressure therapy to help reduce anxiety and stress

Offering companionship and a sense of safety in moments of isolation or distress

A mindDog is a lifeline, offering security, comfort, and a sense of normalcy for those facing mental health challenges. These dogs help bridge the gap between a person’s inner world and the external one, creating a tangible connection that fosters independence and self-confidence.

Today, let’s celebrate not only the invaluable role of mindDogs, but also the ongoing need for increased understanding, awareness, and support for mental health disabilities. Together, we can build a more inclusive society where everyone, regardless of ability, is empowered to thrive.

21/11/2024

12/11/2024

Aww, look at Wally, a puppy farm rescue - and my newest trainee 🥰

10/11/2024

What a cutie, Odin has passed his public access test 👍😊🐾

28/10/2024

I do enjoy free learning opportunities!

23/10/2024

Not all tummy rubs are equal. Many smaller dogs will offer their tummy to avoid being picked up

Does he really want a belly rub or is he asking for space? Learn more in this post: https://rescuedbytraining.com/2024/10/21/appeasement-behaviors/

19/10/2024

Early start with pupoy training has life time benefits 👍

Enrolling a puppy in a puppy class before the age of 6 months reduces the likelihood of adult behavior problems such as aggression and destructive behavior.

10/10/2024

Helping the lives of their people. World Mental Health day 😊

Happy World Mental Health Day from mindDog! 🐾🌍

Today, we’re shining a light on mental health and celebrating our incredible assistance dogs who help bring calm, confidence, and courage every single day. 🐶💚 Did you know that 1 in 5 Australians experience a mental health issue each year? That’s around 4.8 million people! But the good news is, there’s support—and sometimes, it comes with wagging tails and wet noses. 🐾

These amazing mindDogs don’t just fetch sticks—they help their humans manage anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health challenges with unconditional love and support ✨

Mental health matters, and so does having the right support. Let’s break the stigma and raise a paw 🐾 for the importance of talking about mental health and the incredible impact assistance dogs have on people’s lives.

You’re never alone when you’ve got a mindDog by your side! 💖🐕‍🦺

09/10/2024

Just so true 😐

Dog industry is broken ...

It's the only industry where clients are happy to pay for BIG EGOS, but not for extensive qualifications, accredited knowledge or verified expertise. We expect so little from those who provide services to our pets... Often no checks are done on those who we entrust with our (best) furry friends....

Why is that?

You won't pay a lot of money to have a manicure done by someone who has never done it before.

You won't have your teeth fixed by someone who is not a qualified dentist.

You won't go to physio who isn't qualified.

You would not have surgery done by someone who may have watched all episodes of Grey's Anatomy, but isn't a board certified surgeon.

You wouldn't have even have a facial from an unqualified beautician ....

Then why are we happy to pay a LOT of money for people who are claiming to be dog professionals, yet who hold zero qualifications in dog training / behaviour ?

The industry is unregulated, which is a big problem. I don't know whether that will ever change, but I remain hopeful. But perhaps that would change sooner if we all started to expect more from dog professionals?

09/10/2024

These 2 beautiful souls passed their Public Access Tests today with flying colours 😊

24/09/2024

❤️ mindDog

18/09/2024

The plastic bag stuck in the pocket ...🤣