Simon Maclagan Dog Trainer

09/12/2023

Hi everyone
I am on the lookout for a new home for a 2yo cane corso. He has been placed in a home not suited to him so we need to get the appropriate home asap. He has everything he needs to move. He pulls on the lead and sometimes jumps up but nothing bad. A home with just people to love or just one person with time would be ok. Transport can be arranged. Financial contribution is asked by currant owner.

New home found! Thanks for all the help guys!

04/11/2023

Muzzle training today with my boy. He is a staffie cross bulldog. No legal requirement but he loves to learn new things so thought we would give this a go. I think about a week and we will have this as the new norm for most dogs.

14/05/2022

Caught a wee runaway today on my day off 😂

10/05/2022

11/04/2022

Hi everyone.
I’m afraid my back has given up again so I am out of action for as long as it takes 🙁

14/03/2022

This handsome boy showed how clever he is tonight. He has lots of energy but handled in the proper way he is very manageable. Remembering what breed he is and what he was bred to do tells us why some behaviours happen. Given the chance to use his natural gift for scent means he will be chilled and cuddly when you want to relax. Thankfully his new owners have the time, knowledge and ability to bring him on. 🐶

04/02/2022

These are just some of the dogs I have been working with over the last few months and loved every bit of it. There has been no problem that I have not been able to overcome if the owners keep up with the training homework. Thanks to every one of you for letting me help 🐶

31/01/2022

How could I say no to working with this lad. He has been given a second chance with a loving family who have taken him in and now asking for help to sort a couple of behavioural changes. A couple of sessions and I’m sure he will have it sorted. Keep up the good work guys 🐶

31/01/2022

2nd session today. Well done little one 🐶 she is a smart cookie and the family are doing great 😀

31/01/2022

How could you say no to working on a Sunday morning when you get to work with this great four legged friend! A few simple changes can make all the difference.

29/01/2022

Look who has joined the puppy training sessions! How gorgeous is she 🐶

25/01/2022

Letting these two use their noses to find treats! One whippet x bedlington and a staffie x olde English bulldog. Who has the best nose? 🤔

18/01/2022

Bed training and 1-2-3 off to a great start. Well done mum and dad 😀

14/01/2022

One of the dogs I’m helping with this week is this girl. She is having a little help with recall. Some reflex to name and 1-2-3. She is smart but stubborn as is the nature of the breed!. Looking forward to seeing how she is getting on next week 🐶

07/01/2022

Due to the snow today I have had to cancel all sessions. If you have a picture of your dog out in the snow then send me it and I will put it on my page 🐶 please remember the dog is finding it cold as well but will stay out as long as it is having fun so keep an eye on how long they play out in the snow. Have fun tho!! ⛄️

06/01/2022

Great day lined up tomorrow with these two and more. Puppy training and loose lead walking.

04/01/2022

Saying goodbye to this clever young lady tonight for a little while until we cover outdoor real life recall 🐶 I’m sure she will be great when the time comes.

30/12/2021

Just a reminder that I am back to work on Monday. Looking forward to working with some new pups and some unwanted behaviours. Have a great weekend 🥳

24/12/2021

Last week’s graduate 🥳 she is a pleasure to work with and a great little personality. Her mum & dad have put lots of time and effort out on her and it shows. Keep up with the good work 😉

30/11/2021

Hi everyone.

I’m afraid I’m off my feet for a few days till I get my knee x-rayed as it’s not usable at the mo. Old problem resurfacing so no surprise it’s back. Wish I could say it was a snowboarding accident while in the alps or I came off my blackbird on the nc500 😂 I think I have contacted everyone who needs to know but just to make sure I’ve just put this message on. Take care everyone and thanks for the best wishes.

26/11/2021

Working with this 3 year old boy today he has issues after covid turned his life around! He now suffers from anxiety when there are visitors. At the end of our session today I had the pleasure of playing with him and his ball. This ball is his best one so I was over the moon! Unfortunately a timer went off and this triggered a reaction 😢 but within a short time we had the trust back again. He will be back to normal behaviour in time but we need to remember that some issues can not be rushed, trust has to be earned. Well done mum and dad 🐶

26/11/2021

Last nights session was well focused as normal with this girl. Mum and dad putting loads of work and time in between sessions.
Can’t wait till next week 🐶

26/11/2021

We have been using this girls brain today with the start of basic training. Sit and down have been commands knower to him but now he knows they are not a suggestion but a command 🐶 very clever as always with a collie. The family are very hands on and looking forward to the rounded off puppy 🐶

23/11/2021

This lad needs a little encouragement to come back in the house when asked. Sometimes when doggy friends are out in their garden it’s just too tempting to stay outdoors 😂 recall in the garden is now underway. The family are all playing a part so I’m sure it will be sorted in no time 🐶

22/11/2021

Some basic training first thing today with this boy. He is a very well behaved and clever lad. I can’t wait till next week and see how he got on with his reflex to name and 1-2-3!! 🐶

18/11/2021

This girl goes to the top of the class for this week! Well done all 😀 never knew she could move so fast for 1-2-3!! 🐶