Waggie-walkers.co.uk owner

27/10/2024

New puppy/dog training courses starting soon.
12/11/24 Bearley village hall CV370SR
14/11/24 Shottery memorial hallCV379BL
1-1 always available
Www.waggiewalkersdogtraining.co.uk
Call Julie 07799887536

24/10/2024

24/10/2024

THE 'HIGHER DRIVE' DOG

24/09/2024

As we head into the autumn, we receive lots of enquiries regarding acorns and oak trees (Quercus species).

Ingestion of acorns by dogs is common during the autumn months. Following a large, one off ingestion of acorns, vomiting and diarrhoea may occur in dogs, both of which may be bloody. Lethargy, abdominal tenderness and inappetence can also be seen and there is also the risk of gastrointestinal obstruction. There have been reports of kidney and liver damage following substantial or repeat ingestion of both acorns and the plant itself, a scenario more commonly seen in horses and ruminants.

Oak toxicity predominantly affects grazing species such as cattle, horses and sheep, but it can affect dogs and cats too.

Oak toxicity can cause:
❗ Gastrointestinal signs (such as vomiting, diarrhoea, colic)
❗ Inappetence
❗ Gastrointestinal obstruction (particularly if a large number of acorns have been ingested)
❗ Kidney and liver impairment (reported in a small number of cases involving dogs, horses and ruminants)

📞If you suspect your pet has been exposed to oak, call the Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 for advice. Veterinary professionals can call VPIS on 0207 305 5055.

23/09/2024

ITS OUR 10TH BIRTHDAY !!!
Ten years ago we opened our first dog training school at Bearley Village Hall followed by additionally owning and running classes at Stratford DogTraining Shottery. We have welcomed many pups and their humans through our doors making lasting friendships with some wonderful people.
Today there is a team of four of us and we are proud to be the only establishment offering all levels of The KC Good Citizen Dog Scheme in Stratford upon Avon, BIPDT Pet code. Both really good training schemes attracting certificates and rosettes too.
Three of us are Kennel Club judges for the scheme too and have enjoyed judging externally for other clubs and at the prestigious National Gun Dog Championship on numerous occasions. I have also been proud to judge the same at none other than the greatest dog show CRUFTS !! What a journey.
Today we keep up to date with new scientific methods attending many courses both in person and online.
Personally I am an approved instructor with the Dog Training college, A Grade 1 honours with BIPDT, Puppy Training Specialist DTC, Pet First Aid Qualified, KC listed GCDS Judge to name but a few. A bit geeky but always have some course on the go.
For you we always have new courses in the pipeline throughout the year.
Please call for information or to reserve a place.
Www.waggiewalkersdogtraining.co.uk
Julie 07799887536

17/08/2024

We have had a few cases of mycotoxin poisoning recently. Its not a poisoning that folks are generally familiar with, so we thought we'd share the information to raise awareness.-

Ingestion of mouldy food from the bin or a compost pile puts dogs, cats, horses, livestock, and even wildlife at risk for toxicity due to tremorgenic mycotoxins. These toxins may be found in MOULDY bread, pasta, cheese, nuts, or other decaying matter like compost. Clinical signs include vomiting, agitation, incoordination, tremors, seizures, and elevated body temperature. A specific mycotoxin called aflatoxin can even cause liver failure. Be sure to keep mouldy food and compost out of your pets reach!

10/08/2024

Puppy/Beginners/improvers/advanced classes starting soon
Bearley Village hall CV370SR 20/8/24
Shottery memorial hall CV379BL 22/8/24
Call Julie 07799887536
Www.waggiewalkersdogtraining.co.uk
[email protected]

06/08/2024

TRUE STORY

06/03/2024

Good luck 🍀to all friends, colleagues and clients competing at Crufts 2024

17/02/2024

Anyone wanting to know more about the training schemes and tests we offer might like to look at the links to the organisations we work with.

We cover the Kennel Club Good Citizen scheme ( https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/dog-training/good-citizen-dog-training-scheme/ ) to all levels

And the British Institute of Professional Dog Tainers Pet Code ( https://bipdt.org.uk/national-pet-code/ ) again to all levels.

National Pet Code NATIONAL PET CODE The AIM of the code is to encourage dog owners to train their dog in Basic Obedience, to learn and understand the importance of handling and caring for their dog, also an awareness of the Laws relating to dog ownership. One of the purposes of the National Code is....

14/02/2024

We still have a couple of places on our forthcoming puppy course starting 22/2/24 at Shottery Memorial hall CV379BL.
Progressive training available too.
KC Good Citizen Dog Training all levels.
BIPIDT pet code all levels
Puppy, Junior, improvers all welcome.
1-1 always available.
Call Julie 07799887536
Www.waggiewalkersdogtraining.co.uk

11/02/2024

New courses starting soon. All levels Puppy, Adolescent, improvers. GCDS all levels.
20/2/24 Bearley village hall CV370SR Tuesdays
22/2/24 Shottery Memorial hall CV379BL Thursdays.
All classes are evenings.
1-1 always available.
Call Julie 07799887536
Www.waggiewalkersdogtraining.co.uk

02/01/2024

I am heading into 2024 with a heavy heart. The addition of the American Bully XL to the list of prohibited breeds is a tragedy.
For those of you who don’t know, my PhD research is focussed on human directed dog aggression and risk factors for aggression. Science tells us that breed is not an accurate predictor of aggression in dogs. Aggression is complex and there are numerous factors that can increase the risk of a dog biting. We know that breed specific legislation does not protect public safety, dog bites have continued to rise. I am astounded that the government have not listened to experts who have a thorough understanding of dog aggression and the societal issues that have resulted in the rise in dog bites in the UK. Research commissioned by the government reported that breed specific legislation does not protect public safety. The veterinary profession and animal welfare charities spoke at the EFRA committee and stated that breed specific legislation will not be effective in reducing dog bites. I have never spoken to a police dog legislation officer who believes that breed specific legislation protects public safety. Yet the government appear to have made their decisions based on inaccurate media reporting and the opinions of those who have little if any understanding of dog behaviour.
We are now in a position where members of the public, outraged by the addition of the XL bully to the legislation, are taking dogs that have been dumped on the overstretched rescue system into their homes with no knowledge of their history or behaviour because the government has placed unreasonable deadlines on owners to exempt their dogs. People are trying to save the lives of these dogs because they feel the legislation is unjust, and as a consequence, may be taking on dogs they have little understanding of. But now these dogs have little opportunity to exercise and socialise as a result of having to be muzzled and on a lead. This will in some cases increase frustration and increase the likelihood of dog bites occurring. It is a recipe for disaster. Those professionals working in rescue and the veterinary profession who have to deal with the euthanasia of healthy happy and sociable dogs because of how they look are on their knees. They are broken.
I predict that dog bites will rise and there will be more tragedies, exacerbated by the rapid introduction of inadequate legislation.
We absolutely need to take measures to reduce the number of dog bite incidents and fatalities, as someone who deals with serious dog bites on a daily basis I want the situation to change urgently. There are solutions that are much more likely to be effective than this. Unfortunately until the government address the cause of the problem and listen to those experts who understand these, nothing will change. In the meantime we try to pick up the pieces.

04/12/2023

The outdated concept of pack leadership and dominance in domestic dogs has not only been proven incorrect, but also promotes a harmful relationship dynamic. Born from flawed studies of captive wolves in the 1940s, this theory has been wholly discredited by modern research.

Believing a dog is trying to dominate can foster negative emotions towards confused dogs and lead to unfair interpretation of their behaviour. This, in turn, can provoke inappropriate responses from the humans involved, escalating fear and anxiety in dogs, and creating a cycle of adverse behaviour.

Current understanding of canine behaviour underscores the importance of empathy, respect, and positive reinforcement. Canine Principles champions these evidence-based practices, offering an enlightened approach to dog-human interactions.

Don't let misconceptions taint your relationship with your dog. Join Canine Principles, debunk the myths, and cultivate a more compassionate bond with your dog, based on understanding their true nature and empathy towards them.

https://www.canineprinciples.com/online-dog-courses

25/10/2023

I wrote this because it is something I see with many newly adopted dogs. What rescued/adopted dogs need more than anything is calm. You will never regret taking it slow.
You have a chance to completely change a dogs life, you also have a chance to make a positive difference in many of the behaviours some dogs are rehomed for in the first place.

You will get to the cafe's
You will be able to go to the beach

However....the MOST important thing you can give your newly adopted dog is calm and predictability in their new home and immediate local environment.

You know the noise on the street at 3.25 is a school bus.
Your dog may have never heard the noises a bus can make.
You know that dinner is prepared for the family at 5.30 and that is a time of gathering together, talking and clanging of pots and pans....even that can be overwhelming for a newly adopted dog.

They will be extremely aware of all the little things we take for granted in our own environment.

Take it slow.....build the trust.

Build a lifetime of happiness together.....slowly.

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22/10/2023

We are creatures of habit and some of those habits that we have can have consequences for our dogs.
One of the fastest ways our dogs can tune us out is when we use complex sentences when we communicate with them.
What started as a "Down" has now morphed into "Max...time to lay down . Maxie, lay your head down, time for a sleep".
There is nothing wrong with talking to your dog, nothing at all...but when we start confusing them or are very unclear it can work against us....and it isn't fair to them.
Max may now have forgotten that "Down" means to lie down, so when you want a "Down" elsewhere....it will be very hit and miss....or not at all.
Down was in the sentence, twice... but also a lot of other words.

We may even use sentences in the hope that somehow THIS time they will actually understand .
"Sam, please no pulling today. I just don't know why you want to pull so much, just walk nicely today".
Sam is pulling so much because Sam needs to learn a loose lead walking technique and pleading with him not to pull doesn't teach him how NOT to pull. All that sentence will produce is frustration on your part.
Sam will still pull....you will likely be more frustrated when he does because you "asked" him not to.
That isn't fair.

Complex sentences are difficult for many dogs as they may search for a word they know in the soup of words, or they may just start to tune you out.
So we keep repeating the sentences, they keep tuning your voice out.
Eventually they may start to ignore many things you ask from them because they have formed a habit of tuning you out when you talk.

Start getting those basics back in again if you are being ignored. Remember it is the action that goes with the word, or try hand signals.
Use a lure again for positioning (but phase it out quickly, luring can be problematic when it is continually used), and reward when they have done well. Get those basics back in again.
Basics also builds confidence in dogs.

Complex sentences may make us feel better in the moment, but they really are a very big issue for dogs.

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08/10/2023

New classes starting soon.
Tuesday 31/10/23 Bearley Village hall CV370SR
Thursday 2/11/23 Shottery memorial hall Cv379BL
All levels. Puppy foundation, beginners, adolescent, advanced.
6 week courses £85.00
Call Julie 07799887536
Www.waggiewalkersdogtraining.co.uk

23/09/2023

Start muzzle training with the Cone Game 🐕