The Pet Teacher

23/08/2024

29/07/2024

2 Male toy poodle X schnauzer pups looking for homes
Born May
To be seperated
Vacced and chipped
Free to the right home

15/07/2024

Windy day ahead!
Be aware that pets might get overstimulated from all the noises and scents buffeting them.
They may have trouble relaxing and be more sensitive than usual

01/07/2024

Milo the Cocker spaniel and Talisha his owner have won the free behavioural consult we were offering at
They guessed there was 208 treats in the jar.
Thank you for all the people who entered and hung out with us at the Marina last Sunday.

11/06/2024

Can't wait to get together with our friends at Woofstock this year.
We will be presenting on Canine communication

Send a message to learn more

30/05/2024

Cool dogs - primitive intelligent breed. Think basenji, husky, Akita mind set. Not for beginner pet owners.

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We are pleased to announce that Belmont & Candy are expecting at the end of June.

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Ch Folkvar Alfenique

This pairing combines some of the best Mexican lines coupled with sweet and sassy personalities.

Both have been fully health tested: Hips & Elbows, Heart & Eyes under specialists, DNA genetic disease testing, Thyroid & Temperament.

Puppies will be raised with Puppy Culture and a balanced fresh food diet. Front dew claws will remain on.

Follow the litter at: https://www.facebook.com/share/FoEeoqrkP3WaaXEf/?mibextid=K35XfP

Interested parties, please email: [email protected]

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Thank you to Allira Fontana Photography for this beautiful image of the pair.

30/05/2024

BARRIERS TO LEARNING – WHY SOME DOGS STRUGGLE TO LEARN

“My dog is stubborn, doesn’t listen to me, a slow learner, not the smartest, tries to be in control, will only do it at home, will only behave sometimes, is uncontrollable……” – these are comments that are often heard.

Just like us, dogs need the right kind of conditions to either be able to learn something new or to bring about a change in behaviour.

Dogs are not robots that can be programmed by a set of specific inputs that guarantee consistent results. They are individual, sentient beings that need to be understood.

If we’re feeling stressed, anxious, tired, over excited, too distracted, not feeling well, have no motivation etc. we will find it really difficult, if not impossible to learn something new, change our behaviour or change a habit. The same applies to dogs.

A dog’s emotional state, the surrounding environment, motivation, age (pups, adolescents, seniors) or any health issues all have a significant impact on their ability to learn.

If your dog is having a hard time learning something, look at these factors and see if there is a reason that may be preventing progress.

Maybe your dog is just having an “off” day, just like we do.

Try again tomorrow or next week and set your dog up for success by having realistic expectations.

Learning or changing behaviour takes time, patience, consistency, understanding and the right conditions.

22/05/2024

Cat enrichment is important

21/05/2024

Great morning working with Betty the deaf mini bull terrier
She got to blow off some steam with big old Zeus afterwords but he doesn't get she can't hear him @ Field Dayz Doggy Daycare

08/05/2024

How are everyone's pets coping in the rain ?
Remember, just because you can't walk them doesn't mean they still can't have fun.

Get out your enrichment toys, do some training in the lounge room, bring home some random items to make a scent trail around the home, turn on the radio :)

For more ideas reach out to us :)

30/04/2024

21/03/2024

When your a small business working in an unregulated industry where any Joe blogs can say they are a trainer and some charge $50 and others charge $3000 it's just wonderful to get this feedback from clients.*see below

The Pet Teacher has been operating full-time for 12 months.

Let us know how we helped you and your pets.

All feedback welcome good and bad.

Your words keep me motivated to keep on pushing forward with my business goals.

"Hi Alicia

We think you were wonderful and can't thank you enough.

You have made a big difference to both dogs. Thanks for being there for us.

Regards and many thanks "

15/03/2024

Come on down to the grand opening tomorrow 10am - 2pm
We have been invited to share our behaviour and pet health knowledge with anyone that has questions about their pets.
We love the quality enrichment products, tasty treats and delightful doggy scents on offer at Flinders pets.
Come and say Hi for a nice day out

04/03/2024

19/02/2024

This is really important to read. There are many people wanting and advertising therapy with animals that are not trained, enjoy the work or overwork the animals. It's important to ask for credentials

Health professionals are calling for national guidelines to be established in the animal-assisted therapy sector to ensure the safety and welfare of both participants and animals as demand for the service continues to grow.

19/02/2024

It doesn't have to be like this. If want to learn how to hold your pets for nail trims, ear cleans and grooming then call us.

05/01/2024

Stay tuned for exciting updates coming soon

31/12/2023

Happy new year
For all the people with new puppies. Get out there and get playing games and having treat sprinkle parties while the early fire works are going off and have fun with your babies before the big ones hit at midnight

30/12/2023

Happy first birthday to Wally.
Some of you may know but Wally has been adopted into the family.
We are home number 3 for Wally who is just 12 months old today.
He's a super dog social big goofball and we can't be happier having him learn to help other dogs and their owners.

28/12/2023

Nice to be called by the Mercury today for my professional opinion on the variance of dog attack stats in all the LGAs on the South coast.

It comes down to people's faith in their councils to act on the reports (many dog bites and attacks are never reported), the socio economics of the area and the genetic quality of the dogs and their owners commitment to training and secure fencing.

The results may surprise you.

27/12/2023

Lovely session with little Lottie
Nice way to wrap up the end of the year.
Dear little thing she was

17/12/2023

Just wanting to wish all my happy lovely clients a great holiday season.
Just a quick reminder to stay safe.

+ Remember, avoid feeding your pets Xmas food (you don't want sick dogs with gastro from ham).
+ For the nervous dogs have your safe space set up for when you have parties and visitors because you may love socialising but it's potentially overwhelming for them.
+ Don't wrap food presents and leave them under the tree cause your pup's have that amazing sense of smell and will find it before you can say "Merry Xmas"
+ Watch out for fish hooks at the beach
+ Take care in the heat. If you can't put your palm on the ground comfortably it's to warm to walk the dog

Thanks again for all your continued support

13/07/2023

Great event for anyone wanting to understand more about service dogs and their handling

Secrect Squirrel BusinessPresented by Tapua Labs and Shadow Spirit Enterprises Woodstock Showground NSWSeptember 16 &17 September 2023DAY 1 $325/DAY2 $275$500 FOR A 2 DAY PASSLight lunch is provided both daysDay 1: 9am-4pmReproduction presented by Dr Jasmin HyattNature vs Nurture - the first 8 weeks...