Bark to Basics dog training and rehabilitation

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23/11/2025

✨ Fearful dogs aren’t “stubborn” — they’re scared. ✨

Working with fear-based behaviours like the little dog in the photos who is a recently adopted one, is one of the most challenging journeys in dog training. Unlike teaching a sit or curbing a bit of cheeky chewing, fear takes time, patience, and trust to unravel.

• 🕰️ Progress is slower — because every step forward must feel safe.
• 💛 Success isn’t about quick fixes, it’s about building confidence and independence.
• 🐶 These dogs need us to celebrate the tiniest wins: a relaxed tail, a brave sniff, a moment of calm.
• 👩‍👩‍👧 Owners must be ready for a long journey — one that demands consistency, empathy, and resilience.

Fear doesn’t disappear overnight, but with steady support, these dogs can learn that the world isn’t so scary after all.

👉 If you’re working with a fearful dog, remember: slow is fast. Every gentle step matters.
Let me know in your comments if your dog is afraid of the world too.

Have you got something that is causing stress between you and your dog?It’s not as tough as you may think to get it turn...
22/11/2025

Have you got something that is causing stress between you and your dog?
It’s not as tough as you may think to get it turned around to be able to enjoy their company more and reduce your anxiety.

Feel free to get in touch to chat about options. Dm or email on [email protected]

Why both options? Because dogs are like biscuits — no two crumble the same. 🍪🐾Some pups thrive in a crowd, showing off t...
22/11/2025

Why both options? Because dogs are like biscuits — no two crumble the same. 🍪🐾

Some pups thrive in a crowd, showing off their sit-stay like it’s Crufts. Others? They’d rather train solo, away from the sniff-fest and side-eye of Steve the Spaniel.

That’s why Bark to Basics offers both:

• 1-2-1 sessions for the sensitive souls, the quirky characters, and the “I swear he’s usually not like this” moments.
• Group classes for the social butterflies, the leash-tanglers, and the “we came for obedience but stayed for the sniff circle.”

Whether your dog needs a quiet chat or a squad to strut with, we’ve got the lead, the treats, and the plan.
Get in touch to book in for whichever is your vibe 🐾🐾.

Wooo hoo!! Don’t know where this came from or how it gets votes but I’ll take it 😁.Thank you to anyone who did take par...
19/11/2025

Wooo hoo!! Don’t know where this came from or how it gets votes but I’ll take it 😁.
Thank you to anyone who did take part in this or gave a nice review or whatever 🤪. Bring me your misbehaving doggoes please and let’s both enjoy the journey 🐾🐾🐾🥰.

16/11/2025

💸 Pay now… or pay later.

Skipping training might feel like saving money, but here’s the reality:

• That “free” choice often turns into chewed skirting boards 🪵
• A dug-up garden that needs replanting 🌱
• Destroyed shoes, furniture, or even vet bills from stress-related behaviors 🐕

Training isn’t just about obedience—it’s about preventing problems before they cost you.
Investing in your dog’s education today means fewer repair bills, less frustration, and a happier life together tomorrow.

👉 Think of training as insurance: it protects your home, your wallet, and your bond with your dog.

Get in touch to find out how I can help reduce the future problems that may cost you.

15/11/2025

Here is a rare opportunity to get your pup into a first of its kind series of starter sessions. I am putting on a pre Beginners Obedience Course set of 3 sessions.

These would be tailored to:
• Give you some social exposure through puppy-puppy play and how to monitor them.
• How to expose to the different things that the world consists of in the best way.
• Tips on best set ups for a problem free future. (Prevention is always better than cure!!)

These will be 3 sessions of 40 minutes on weds 5pm-5.40pm.
Dates are:
November 26th
December 3rd, 10th

These are £35 and payment is due in full on allocation of your place. This is non refundable should you be unable to attend unless your space gets filled.
Dogs must be fully vaccinated and evidence of this provided.
Puppies up to and including 5 months.

Numbers are very limited so early contact is advised if you would like to take a space.

Email on [email protected]
or send a DM. 🐾🐾

06/11/2025

STAND ALONE LEAD SKILLS AND SOCIALISATION CLASS. 🐾🐾

Got a dog that's a bit of a handful on a walk or when you come across dogs/people?

Come and join for some fun this Saturday 8th November 10.30-11.30am:
Lead skills and socialisation class!
Group session designed for any age and abilities catered for.
We will be working on getting better focus from your dogs whilst other distractions are going on.
If you would like to secure a spot on the group session please send an email to me on
[email protected].

Location is past The Pelican pub on the B4524 going towards Ogmore then first left lane approx 500 metres further on. Park alongside this lane and we gather at the bottom. If you have the app what three words, this will take you to the meeting point. The words are latter.oven.calm
https://w3w.co/latter.oven.calm

Cost is £10/dog and £5 for each additional dog.
Limited numbers so this will be on a first come first served basis.
N.B. These sessions are not suitable for antisocial dogs.

Any questions contact me on 07808645663.

02/11/2025

Are you finding that your dog will return when there’s minimal distractions but won’t when there’s the faintest sniff of fun elsewhere?

If so then this is the course for you. It will highlight to you where the gaps in your training are and how to overcome them.

The next Recall Refiner Course is to start on Monday 24th Nov at 7.30pm.

This is an intense three week course of three 55 minute sessions. Cost is £85 for this 3 week course which is payable on acceptance onto it to secure your place. There will be a maximum of 4 dogs to give plenty of attention to each dog and owner.

You will learn exercises that you can continue practicing to proof recall around distractions, learn how to have your dog view you as more fun, as well as how to use tools to your advantage to encourage returning to you when called.

The venue is a unit in Brackla Industrial Estate. Dogs need to be human and dog friendly and up to date with vaccination which will need to have evidence provided for.

The course dates for this are: (all at 7.30pm)
Monday
Nov 24th,
Dec 1st, 8th
If you have any questions, feel free to email on [email protected]
Or send a message through the FB page 🐾🐾

01/11/2025

🐾 Puppy Prep = Lifelong Wins 🐾

Cuteness photo overload with some of the puppies I’ve had the delicious fun of helping with this week.

Want to know what the secret to a well-mannered adult dog is? Getting ahead early — before habits form and chaos reigns supreme.

✨ Puppies are learning all the time. That means every visitor, every stolen sock, every bark-for-attention moment is a lesson. So let’s teach the good stuff from the start:

🛋️ Calm greetings: Practice quiet arrivals with low energy. Reward your pup when they are relaxed or disinterested — not launching into orbit when guests walk in.

🧦 No stealing, no drama: Puppy-proof your space and learn how to get your puppy to move away from things voluntarily if something is stolen. Most people try and bribe, but this will result in a dog that links stealing to becoming the centre of attention.

🔕 Silence is golden: Barking for attention? Ignore it if possible when it first starts. If it’s been rewarded enough already that the dog does it repeatedly, now ignoring will take faaaaar longer. Get up and walk out is a good tactic then, as it’s you they are barking at so you going is the opposite of what they hoped for.

😴 Rest is a skill: Puppies need roughly 16 hours of sleep a day. Create a predictable rhythm with naps, quiet time, and a cozy den-like space. Tired puppies = better learners.

Early structure isn’t about being strict — it’s about setting your pup up to thrive. You’re not just training a dog… you’re building trust, calm, and lifelong confidence. 💛

📞 feel free to get in touch if you would like to book a puppy session.

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👶🐶 Baby Incoming? Time to Brief the Dog.Your dog doesn’t know a tiny human is about to flip their world upside down — bu...
26/10/2025

👶🐶 Baby Incoming? Time to Brief the Dog.

Your dog doesn’t know a tiny human is about to flip their world upside down — but you do. Preparing them ahead of time isn’t just kind, it’s crucial. Here’s how to help your dog feel safe, settled, and included before the baby arrives:

🍼 Sniff the Baby Starter Pack
Introduce baby smells early — wipes, lotions, tiny socks that somehow cost more than your shoes. Let your dog sniff and reward them ideally at a small distance away from the scent (throw a treat or toy a short distance away). This way the dog practices giving the smell space.

🔊 Soundtrack to Sleepless Nights
Play baby cries at low volume while your dog’s chilling. Gradually crank it up so they don’t think the apocalypse has begun when the real thing arrives.

🚶‍♀️ Pram Parade Practice
Take your dog for a walk with the pram. Yes, you’ll look like you’ve lost your marbles. But better now than when you’re juggling a latte, a Labrador, and a newborn.

🚫 New House Rules (Sorry, Buddy)
If the nursery is off-limits or the sofa’s now sacred, start enforcing those rules now. It’s easier to set boundaries before the baby’s in the mix — and before your dog claims the Moses basket as their new throne.

🧘‍♂️ Zen Mode: Activated
Brush up on “settle,” “go to mat,” or “please chill while I change this nappy.” These cues are your new best friends (after coffee).

⏰ Routine Remix
Start tweaking walk and meal times now. That way, your dog won’t think the baby is a tiny, screaming schedule-ruiner (even if they are).

💛 Keep the Love Flowing
Your dog’s still your first baby. Keep the cuddles coming, talk to them, and let them be part of the prep. They might not understand the huge changes going on, but they’ll appreciate the attention they still receive.
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Preparing your dog isn’t about perfection — it’s about empathy, trust, and teamwork. Want help tailoring a plan for your dog’s personality and needs? Reach out and get in touch - the sooner the better if you are expecting a baby 😁🐾🐾.

Second photo is of a beautiful doggie for this very issue this week.

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