A Dog's Best Friend

26/09/2025

✨🐾 Heres Bertie having learnt to drop on cue after just 10 repetitions 👏🏼 Bertie can be prone to guarding objects so this is one of a handful of behaviours that we are teaching him so when he finds himself in possession of something he's not allowed he can give it up safely. Such a clever boy ⭐

24/09/2025

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This haul will make adventures cleaner, training easier, and playtime way more fun.

Tag a dog-loving friend who’d be buzzing to win too and share the happy vibes.

17/09/2025

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A lovely review from a recent customer 🐾

08/09/2025

💥Here's a reminder of our most popular packages...

🐾Behavioural Modification Package - Helping you and them navigate their big feelings. Eg. Reactivity, Resource guarding, Seperation Anxiety ect.
🐾 VIP Puppy Package – where we help set your pup up for success from day one.
🐾Awesome Adolescents Package – Helping you survive the teenage phase with ease
🐾 Relaxed Rescue Package – Helping rescue dogs feel safe & settled and build a bond with their new forever family.

✨For more information or to request a free assessment form visit
www.a-dogs-best-friend.com
or click the link below to message us directly.✨

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05/09/2025

✨ Exciting life and business update! ✨
Both of my children are now at school (time really does fly!) which means I have more availability to take on more clients each week 🐾

So here's where I ask a big favour...
If I’ve worked with you and your dog before, I’d be SO grateful if you could take a few minutes to leave a review of my services. Your feedback not only helps me grow but also helps other dog owners feel confident when choosing the right trainer.

What will only take a few minutes out of your day would really help me ensure I can continue doing what I love and help more dogs and their owners. So if I worked with you and your dog over the past 10 years you can review me via the link below 👇🏼
https://g.page/r/CSIyr0Vo-SBsEBE/review

Thank you so much for all your support over the past 10 years it really is so appreciated 💕

And If you or someone you know could use some help with their dog, feel free to get in touch!

www.a-dogs-best-friend.com

02/09/2025

When you step outside for a walk after stalking mum around the house for an hour but the sky decides to throw a surprise shower 🌧️🐾❤️

Unlike Floki, A Dog's Best Friend works in all weathers, however if you have a sensitive soul like her, coming into Autumn and winter and being a local to the area we can adapt training environments to ensure all your priorities are still met while they (and you) stay comfortable, whether that means working from your home, local dog friendly shops or woodland areas.

This is just one of the many benefits to 1-2-1 training, it is catered to you and your dogs individual needs, training priorities and routines.

For more information or to request a free assessment form you can click the link below or visit www.a-dogs-best-friend.com
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31/08/2025

🐾🐶 Did you know that until fully grown a puppies growth plates are still open. These soft areas of developing cartilage don’t fully fuse until a pup becomes an adult. That’s why controlled exercise and proper care are so important during their growth stage to ensure we keep those growing joints healthy and strong and to prevent any potential physical issues in the future such as hip and elbow dysplasia.

Some breeds are more susceptible to these issues and genetics play a huge part in determining whether a dog will struggle with these issues (which is also why it's important to do your research, vet your breeder and request scores off the parents if your desired breed falls has a higher risk of these issues).

However the common rule of thumb regarding how much exercise your pup regardless of size or breed should be followed during these vital stages of growth. This is that they should receive 5 minutes of exercise per month of age, twice a day, with the emphasis of limiting repetitive motion on the joints (eh. Jumping in and out of the car, playing with other dogs, going up and down stairs)

This is another reason that training and enrichment is vital during this time as it will help ensure your pup is stimulated and fulfilled without having to rely on exercise alone.

For anyone who has recently welcomed a new pup or is in the process of bringing one into their home and is in need of training that caters to your priorities and the pups individual needs please feel free to reach out for a free assessment form and to arrange a call via the button 👇🏼 or www.a-dogs-best-friend.com

20/08/2025

🐶1-2-1 training. Happier dogs. Happier humans. 🐾

Helping paws and people thrive together 🐾✨ Whether it’s puppies, rescues, or behaviour challenges, A Dog’s Best Friend offers personalised 1-2-1 training to build confidence, calmness, and connection. Fully qualified, insured, and trusted for over 10 years.
For more information or to request a free assessment form please message below or visit www.a-dogs-best-friend.com

14/08/2025

This gorgeous girl turned 9 today!! She had a lovely walk at Hogmoor, enjoyed some doggy ice-cream and had her home made cake as treats. Floki would love to be flooded with photo's of your doggos wishing her a happy birthday please 😘🐾

07/08/2025

🔊📢Do you have an alarm dog like me??
Like many dogs, Floki likes to announce the arrival of her dad at the end of the day (this means dinner time and daddy cuddles).
Contrary to many people, I don't mind her barking in certain situations as long as it's not in excess and causing her or others to feel stressed. This is one of the simplest ways to allow her to have her job but also be able to stop when completed.
A well conditioned marker is required, but by simply not reacting to the cause of the bark, waiting for them to look at you (therefore disengaging from the trigger) marking then walking to a "treat zone" you are able to create a shorter and less excessive alarm.
For more training tips or for information on how I can help you and your dog with training or behavioural modification follow or visit www.a-dogs-best-friend.com