One of my favorite parts of running classes is finding a little extra time to work with my own special girl, Bonnie🩷
She’s such a smart, quick learner and never fails to amaze me with how quickly she picks up on new things! The other day, we perfected our weaves and worked on some of her favorite tricks, and she absolutely nailed it🤩
I know there’s a common misconception that greyhounds aren’t the brightest because of their soppy and clumsy nature (and yes, they are delightfully soppy!). But in my experience, they’re capable of so much more than people give them credit for. With the right approach, they thrive in training and can achieve incredible things🐕
If you’re looking for a safe, supportive space to train your greyhound, I’d love to invite you to my sighthound-only classes. All of the training is specially adapted to suit the unique way greyhounds learn. It’s a positive, force-free environment where both you and your hound can grow, bond, and achieve so much together🩷🐾
🌟Interested? Book your spot here: 🔗 Booking Link (https://calendly.com/aimees-heavenly-hounds)
💬 Have any questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out—I’m always happy to help!☺️
This past Saturday at my greyhound fun class, we wrapped things up with a fun weaving exercise through the cones. It’s such a great activity to help build confidence, strengthen engagement with owners, and improve loose lead walking. Watching Trixie and Wizzy take on this challenge was such a joy!
I want to give a special shoutout to Trixie and Wizzy, who have been attending my classes for the past few weeks. Their progress has been nothing short of amazing, and I’m so incredibly proud of them:
🌟 Trixie has grown so much in confidence. Watching her blossom and find her inner bravery has been a truly heartwarming experience. She’s a little superstar!
🌟 Wizzy has developed the most wonderful bond with his humans. He’s catching on to training so quickly, and it’s clear to see how much love and trust they share—it’s beautiful to witness.
If you’re looking for a chilled, supportive, and safe space to train and socialize your sighthound with like-minded owners, I’d love to welcome you to one of my classes. They’re a great opportunity for training, confidence-building, and bonding with your furry friend.
🗓️ Classes are held at Ruffian Woods, CO5 9DD:
• Every Monday
• Every other Saturday
If you have any questions or want to learn more, feel free to comment below or send me a message—I’d love to hear from you!
📅 Ready to join us? You can book into my classes here: 🔗 https://calendly.com/aimees-heavenly-hounds
Thank you to everyone who has trusted me to help their hounds grow—I feel so lucky to be part of their journey and to witness their progress each week!🩷🐾
Our amazing long-term resident, Lemon, joined me in my Greyhound Fun Class on Monday, and let me tell you—he absolutely blew me away! 🍋💛
This clever boy caught on so quickly to everything I was teaching, and I couldn’t be prouder of him. He also had the best handler cheering him on, our very own Auntie Chia, who helped him every step of the way🤩
Lemon got some much-needed socialization with other hounds, and while he was a little excited at first (who wouldn’t be with so many friends around?), he quickly settled down once training started. By the end, he was calm, focused, and showing everyone just how brilliant he can be💛
With time, patience, and regular attendance at my classes, I’m confident Lemon’s reactivity will continue to improve, and he’ll soon be ready to find his forever home. Lemon is the kindest, funniest, and most affectionate boy, and he truly deserves a family to call his own—a comfy sofa included! 🏡
If you’d like to learn more about Lemon, you can find his full profile, including a detailed description and gorgeous photos, on our website here 🔗 https://www.clarksfarmgreyhounds.org.uk/dogs-for-rehoming/lemon.htm
If you feel you can offer Lemon the forever home he so desperately deserves, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at Clarks Farm on 01621 788315💙
Lemon, I’m so proud of you—you made training look so easy peasy, lemon squeezy! 🍋🐾✨
🌟🩷Greyhound Fun Class Highlights!🩷🌟
I’m so proud to share a few moments from my Greyhound Fun Classes this Monday! 🐾 These sessions are all about building confidence, learning essential skills, and most importantly, having fun with our beloved hounds.
This week, we focused on basic skills and techniques, with a particular emphasis on mastering stays and waits and further developing our loose lead walking.
⭐️Shout-out to my stars of the class:
• Alfie, Cassius, and Hughie: These handsome boys nailed their simple waits with focus and grace. Watching them work so hard and succeed made me so proud!
• Beautiful Bugsy: She has been making such amazing progress with her loose lead walking and staying close to her mum. Her dedication and growth have been incredible to see!
Each of these hounds brought their unique charm and personality to the session, and I’m beyond excited to see how they continue to grow over the coming weeks. 🐕💖
If you’re looking for a safe and supportive space for your sighthound to train and thrive, there are still a few spots available in this month’s Greyhound Fun Classes. 🐾 These classes are designed specifically with the needs of sighthounds in mind, ensuring they feel comfortable, confident, and understood.
💻 You can reserve your spot today through my booking link:
🔗 https://calendly.com/aimees-heavenly-hounds (https://calendly.com/aimees-heavenly-hounds)
I’d love to see you and your special hounds there!🩷
Today, I got to spend some extra time with my beautiful Bonnie, working on a few exercises that I’ll be teaching in my upcoming classes! Bonnie may not be perfect (none of us are!), but she’s here to show just how intelligent and capable greyhounds can be with the right training🩷
My training is all about rewards and play, because, as any greyhound lover knows, keeping these sensitive souls focused requires a bit of fun! Through games and positive reinforcement, I’m helping Bonnie and my other hounds build essential life skills – from obedience to problem-solving. It’s not just training it’s a way to bond and grow together🐕
I still have a few spaces left for tomorrow’s class, so if you’ve been thinking of joining, now’s your chance! You can book through my link, or if the app is a little tricky, just shoot me a message, and I’ll get you set up🤩
Ready to join the fun? Here’s the booking link to reserve your spot: https://calendly.com/aimees-heavenly-hounds
Every day, I’m grateful for all the incredible greyhounds in my life and the chance to help others bring out the best in their hounds too🩷🐾
🐾 JIM WORKING ON THIS WAY 🐾
Jim, my amazing boy, continues to put his heart into his training sessions, steadily building up his confidence and skills to navigate new environments and situations.
He's a quick learner, always ready to dive into the challenges. Our bond is built on trust, which truly enhances our training journey together. Jim remains at Clark's farm, patiently waiting for his perfect forever home to welcome him with open arms.
I couldn't be prouder of this boy, and I hope that training serves as a positive outlet for any stress he may feel in the kennels. My heart is full of love for Jim, and we are both dedicated to reaching our goal of seeing Jim happy and comfortable in his forever home.
Now, let's delve into how "this way" can be a powerful tool for managing reactivity in dogs. "This way" is a technique that redirects a dog's focus onto you, allowing you to guide them away from potential triggers in the environment.
By using "this way," you can proactively move your dog away from situations that may cause reactions, helping them stay calm and under threshold. This redirection of attention can prevent escalation of reactive behaviors and create a positive association with following your lead.
Consistent practice of "this way" can help dogs like Jim build trust in their handlers, improve focus, and ultimately, manage reactivity more effectively.
If you would like to learn more about Jim make sure to call Clark’s farm on 01621 788315📞🐾
🩷🐾My Recent Training Session with Quaver🐾🩷
Me and Quaver were back at it with training last week, and I couldn't be happier with her progress.
We started weeks ago with the touch cue, and now we've moved on to the touch and go command. This exercise is helping Quaver with disengagement, a crucial skill for her interactions with other breeds. While it's still a work in progress, Quaver's resilience and eagerness to learn shine through in everything she does.
She's truly exceptional, and I'm grateful for every challenge she takes on with me!
I absolutely adore this girl and hope that sharing our training journey will inspire someone to adopt her. Quaver's profile can be found here:https://www.clarksfarmgreyhounds.org.uk/dogs-for-rehoming/quaver.htm
During our session, we also focused on mastering the left and right cues, and Quaver did amazingly well.
Her dedication and progress never cease to amaze me. We have such an amazing bond and I can’t wait to finally see her get her happy ending in a forever home🩷🏡
Today's video shines the spotlight on my remarkable foster dog Marvin, who is still looking for his forever home at Clark's Farm.🏡
Initially, I expected training Marvin on reactive type behaviours however, since he joined my home, his adaptability has been truly impressive. Marvin has shown no signs of reactivity or prey drive, leading us to focus on obedience and fun tricks together!
Marvin is a bright and eager learner, especially when his favorite treats are involved – he's super food motivated! Our training sessions are short, engaging, and full of fun, strengthening the bond and trust between us.
For more details about Marvin and to potentially make him a part of your family, head over to Clark's Farm's website: https://www.clarksfarmgreyhounds.org.uk/dogs-for-rehoming/marvin.htm
I am incredibly proud of Marvin's progress and how he's thriving in a home environment. The lucky family that adopts him will have a loyal and loving companion by their side!🩷🐾
I just had another amazing training session with my best friend Quaver🩷
Quaver continues to impress me with her progress in each session. She's adding new tools to her training toolbox every time we work together!
Today, I decided to have some extra fun and teach her a new command called "around" using the luring technique.
Let me explain what the luring technique is for those who are curious. It's a method where you use a treat or a toy to guide your dog's movement and help them understand the desired behavior. In this case, I used a yummy treat to guide Quaver in a circular motion, and she caught on so quickly!🐾
We revisited the "look at me" cue to reinforce her focus and attention. I will now begin to practice this command in different environments and situations to ensure she responds consistently.
I must say, Quaver is such a quick learner and always up for any challenge I throw her way! She's not only teaching me so much about training but also about the incredible bond that can develop between a human and a dog. Our connection has grown so strong, and I absolutely adore her🥰
My ultimate goal is to see Quaver find her forever home, where she'll be happy as ever. With her training progress, she's more than ready to be part of a loving family and enjoy the comfort of her very own sofa!🏠
Make sure to get into contact with Clarks Farm for more information on Quaver🐾🩷
Look at the amazing Jim and his impressive progress in our training sessions! 🐾
Jim has been widening his skill set at lightning speed, picking up new commands like a pro. In our last session, we introduced two exciting disengagement tools: 'What's My Name' and 'Go Find It'. These tools are going to be super helpful for Jim during his walks with other dogs present.
And let me tell you, this boy is a quick learner! He's not only eager to make me proud but also motivated by those yummy treats, of course!
We're getting ready to take Jim's training to the next level by practicing these tools in busier environments. I have no doubt that he's going to absolutely smash it every time!
On a personal note, I just have to say how much I adore this boy. Jim's kindness and the love he gives are truly something special. I know that someone out there will fall head over heels for him, just like I have.
If you want more information about this handsome boy, feel free to get in touch with Clark's Farm on 01621 788315📞
Stay tuned for more updates on Jim's training journey💙🐾
🐾 Meet the lovely Jim! 🐾
Jim had his first training session with me the other day, and let me tell you, he's one smart boy!
Jim was returned to the kennels 6 months ago, but we're working together to help him prepare for his forever family. Alongside his bonded sister Ally, we're making great progress!
We started with some basic focus and disengagement tools to address Jim's reactive tendencies during walks.
It's important to note that greyhound reactivity is unique due to their background as race dogs.
But with Jim's intelligence and our continued training, we're confident in reaching our end goal: helping Jim feel more comfortable during walks.
I couldn't be prouder of Jim and the progress he's making. He truly deserves a loving home, and I'm hopeful that he'll find one soon💙🐾
For more information on Jim head over to Clark’s Farms website 🔗 http://www.clarksfarmgreyhounds.org.uk/dogs-for-rehoming.htm
🐾LOOK AT ME DEMONSTRATED BY THE INCREDIBLE QUAVER🐾
Just wanted to share the incredible progress that Quaver and I have been making during our training sessions.
It's been such an amazing journey, and I'm so proud of her! 🌟
In our latest session, we learned a new skill called "Look at me." It's been a game-changer! Basically, I place a treat on the ground and wait for Quaver to make direct eye contact with me before rewarding her.
This is going to be so helpful when we're in new environments with other dogs. It helps her stay focused on me and not get overwhelmed by everything around her.
I can't even express how proud I am of Quaver and how well our sessions are going. She's going to bring so much joy to a loving family! If you want to learn more about this amazing girl, make sure to check out Clark's Farm website 🔗 http://www.clarksfarmgreyhounds.org.uk
I'm so excited to share more of our progress and stay tuned on my page for my first training session with the wonderful Jim!
These dogs are my everything, and training and bonding with them is the most rewarding experience. I love them all so much!🥰
Hope you enjoyed the post, and thanks for all the support!🐾🩷
