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Crate training is very popular advice for dogs who struggle with alone time…but I’m here to tell you that we don’t need ...
21/11/2024

Crate training is very popular advice for dogs who struggle with alone time…but I’m here to tell you that we don’t need to resort to shutting a dog away as a solution to the problem!

I am not against crate training, they definitely have their uses and can be a great tool! HOWEVER, when it comes to separation anxiety, a crate as a solution just doesn’t make sense.

The dog is unhappy being alone or separated from a specific human….how does popping them in a crate address this issue?

For long term results of having a dog who is content home alone, we need to work on the root cause of the problem and re-write the script for our dogs…..that home alone time is safe and not scary.

✨Looking for some support with your own dog? Get in touch to book your free 15min consult call with me and start your journey today ✨

Do you WANT another dog? A dog should not be bought as a solution for your existing dog. First and foremost, there is no...
20/11/2024

Do you WANT another dog?

A dog should not be bought as a solution for your existing dog.

First and foremost, there is no guarantee that you will get the results you are looking for!

Another dog may make no difference to your existing dogs problem, there is a chance that they may not get on with each other, AND there is a chance that the new dog has their own emotional and behavioural baggage that you now have to ADD to the list to work on.

Welcoming a dog into the family should never be a light decision, BUT ESPECIALLY when you intend for the new dog to ‘fix’ things.

🦄 It’s myth busting time!
18/11/2024

🦄 It’s myth busting time!

Do you struggle to get out with your dog first thing in the morning?I am not naturally a morning person, I find getting ...
17/11/2024

Do you struggle to get out with your dog first thing in the morning?

I am not naturally a morning person, I find getting up in the morning very difficult 🙈 especially now it’s so cold! 🥶

BUT I love my morning coffee, I love feeling warm and snuggly in the cold, and I love a peaceful walk in nature.

SO…first thing in the morning, before the rest of the world (locally that is) is up and about is the perfect time to enjoy a walk. I make a hot coffee, wrap up warm and head out.

It’s so peaceful and beautiful out, this becomes my time. My moment of calm before the work day starts. I can safely say I never regret getting up early to enjoy a walk with Belle.

Pairing the thing I don’t want to do (getting up early in the cold) with the things I do enjoy, helps!

Don’t get me wrong, the getting out of bed bit is still a challenge, but the satisfaction and enjoyment as a result of doing the hard thing is much more powerful.

Sound familiar? 👀 Hyper-vigilant of your environment (you and your dog!) ↩️ Constantly having to change direction🌳 Havin...
13/11/2024

Sound familiar?

👀 Hyper-vigilant of your environment (you and your dog!)

↩️ Constantly having to change direction

🌳 Having to hide from other dogs/people

💃🏼 Interpretive dance to distract your dog

🤦‍♀️ Having to deal with inconsiderate people continuing to walk towards you when your dog is clearly having big feelings

🦮 Off lead dogs running straight up to you

Gosh it can be exhausting going for this kind of walk! Not just physically, but emotionally.

Keep your eyes peeled for my top tips walking a reactive dog…coming soon! 👀

⭐️Have you searched the internet for the answer to your dogs separation anxiety?⭐️Do you feel like you’ve tried everythi...
11/11/2024

⭐️Have you searched the internet for the answer to your dogs separation anxiety?
⭐️Do you feel like you’ve tried everything but still feel stuck?
⭐️Do you feel frustrated, hopeless and alone in your struggles, just wishing it could all be a little easier?

I can help YOU! ⬆️

🤑 First 5 people to get in touch will receive a DISCOUNT on my separation anxiety programs!

✅No more stressing, barking, destruction or toileting whilst you’re out
✅No more feeling guilt and anxiety yourself when you have to leave your dog
✅Put your time and energy towards a realistic and achievable program proven to work
✅Go for that coffee with a friend, dinner with family or go to the cinema whilst your dog is home chilling on the sofa 👌🏼

Your first session is a FREE 15 min consultation, zero pressure and a chance to find out more and ask any questions…I look forward to hearing from you! 🐾

I stood here throwing treats for a good 5 mins, my aim to get some pictures! 📸BUT, what else happened? The dog I was wor...
07/11/2024

I stood here throwing treats for a good 5 mins, my aim to get some pictures! 📸

BUT, what else happened? The dog I was working with CHOSE to hang around me the entire time! The focus was 100% on me and what I was doing, despite other things (distractions) going on around us.

Of course it was not the dog’s aim to get the perfect pic (I don’t think), but he was having fun and saw value in what I had to offer him. I didn’t have to constantly recall him back, and the lead was just decoration at this point, staying slack the whole time.

My point is, experiment with what your dog values and finds FUN! Take note when they are fully focused on you. What are you doing?

FUN interactions WITH YOU increases your value. You can then start to introduce these things when out and about with your dog so you don’t just fade into the background when your dog sees that squirrel or dog in the distance.

The start of most training is being able to get your dog to look at you and focus on you.

For this dog, throwing the treats to catch is way more exciting than just placing the biscuit in his mouth.

What are you going to try with your dog?

THIS! ⬆️I see the best results when people tap into their dogs perception of the world and work alongside them, rather t...
06/11/2024

THIS! ⬆️

I see the best results when people tap into their dogs perception of the world and work alongside them, rather than solely trying to fine tune our dogs to better fit into our human world 🐾

If you’re struggling to get your dogs attention on walks and recall feels like an uphill battle, DM me ‘COME’ to find out about my recall package! 🦮 Get on track with your dogs recall and pave the way to those off lead walks you dream of with your best friend 🐾

Let them sniff - I promise the positives will impact YOUR LIFE as well as your dogs 💯
17/10/2024

Let them sniff - I promise the positives will impact YOUR LIFE as well as your dogs 💯

Time spent with your dog should be fun, including training!Sure we can be super serious with our dogs, but I bet they ar...
16/10/2024

Time spent with your dog should be fun, including training!

Sure we can be super serious with our dogs, but I bet they are more excited to be a part of what you’re doing when you start to have some fun with it 💃🏼

After all, we have bred dogs to retain their playful nature into adulthood…so let’s tap into that!

Next time you’re practicing some training with your dog, try not to take yourself too seriously ❤️ Remember, MORE PLAYFUL, LESS PERFECT 👌🏼

Life is just more enjoyable this way 💯

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04/09/2024

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Dogs don’t do things for no reason….and the reason isn’t to just be naughty!Respect your dog and know that every behavio...
02/09/2024

Dogs don’t do things for no reason….and the reason isn’t to just be naughty!

Respect your dog and know that every behaviour they perform has a function which is important to them in that moment 🐾 even the ‘annoying’ and ‘undesirable’ behaviours they perform….in fact, especially these ones!

‼️If there has been a sudden change in behaviour, always get a vet check to rule out any health issues/causes before seeking professional behavioural help‼️

Client Testimonial. I love working with all of my wonderful clients. Their kind words just reinforce why I do what I do ...
02/03/2024

Client Testimonial.

I love working with all of my wonderful clients. Their kind words just reinforce why I do what I do 🥰

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