Katy's Canine Coaching and Behaviour

26/08/2024

It was great to see the kids enjoying themselves today 🙂🐶 Weldon Village Fete

26/08/2024

We are up and running Weldon Village Fete 🙂🐶

25/08/2024

Says it all ❤️🐶

25/08/2024

Looking forward to tomorrow. There will be the chance to have a go at hoopers, Talking Dogs Rally and also find out more about Pet First Aid.

22/08/2024

We have a similar nervous system, our brains fire the same way. We are exposed to similar emotional responses and have the same need for safety. Yet dogs are so often still expected to shut up and put up. Let's be a little gentler with the needs of our dogs shall we? We can help with that, drop us a line in the comments.

20/08/2024

A huge well done to everyone who completed the first part of the recall classes. You were all fantastic. I think you all went away quite surprised by your dog's abilities to focus around distractions, all whilst having fun and learning 😀
I then went home to practise with my own girl, who also had great fun refreshing on her own recall skills 🐶

17/08/2024

I have met this lovely pup for a couple of one to ones before he joins the Lifeskills group in September. We have covered puppy basics, such as enrichment, sleep, jumping, nipping, the during our second appointment we worked on focus and loose lead walking.

16/08/2024

16/08/2024

When you bring out the treats mid walk and someone soon forgets they are 14 and apparently can't hear 🤣

12/08/2024

Nearly 10.30pm and little lady is still struggling with the heat.
I still can't believe the amount of people I have seen out walking their dogs in the full blown sun!
Now, I completely understand there are dogs who may not have access to a garden, in which case it should be a short toilet break in the shade.
I have seen the result of a dog with heat stroke (thankfully not my own) and it is just awful.
A dog has never died from missing a walk, but they can from just one walk in the heat!

12/08/2024

Recall Two Part Group Class
Tuesday 20th August at 6.30pm
Tuesday 27th August at 6.30pm
Through positive reinforcement and games we work on improving recall skills.
£30 per dog

11/08/2024

Lifeskills: Recall
Learning through games...
Our next lifeskills course begins on Sunday 8th September at 10.00.

10/08/2024

09/08/2024

Recall Master Class
Two classes focusing on recall skills. Great for beginners or just to refresh.
Part one: Sunday 18th August at 9am
Part two: Sunday 25th August at 9am
Held at a secure outdoor paddock
£30 per dog

08/08/2024

🐾 Join Us for the Lakelands Hospice Dog Show! 🐾

📅 Date: 25th August 2024
⏰ Time: 12pm - 4pm
📍 Location: East Carlton Park

Get ready for a paw-some day out with our furry friends at the Lakelands Hospice Dog Show! We're calling all dog lovers, dog type stall holders, and businesses to come together for this fantastic event in support of Lakelands Hospice.

✨ Stall Holders Needed! If you have dog-related products or services, we want you! Showcase your business to our dog-loving community.

🌟 Seeking Sponsors!

Category Sponsors: Sponsor a category in our dog show and gain great exposure.
Gift Donations: Donate prizes for our category winners and help us celebrate our top dogs!
Headline Sponsorship: Become our main event sponsor and enjoy prime visibility.
Every bit of support helps us provide essential care for our community.

🐶 Don't miss this chance to be a part of a fun-filled day and make a difference!

📞 Contact Lynnette at 01536 747755 or 📧 email [email protected] to get involved.

Let’s make this event a tail-wagging success! 🎉

08/08/2024

I am looking forward to attending Weldon Village Fete again this year.

🐾 Calling all dog lovers! 🐾
🌟 Get ready for a paw-some event that'll have tails wagging and hearts melting! 🌟
Have a go in the dog arena and get training and dog first aid advice with Katy's Canine Coaching and Behaviour
Pet Supplies will also be available to purchase from Rudy and Co Ltd (natural treat company)
Also,
🐶 Introducing Weldon’s 3rd Annual Fun Dog Show as part of Weldon Village Fete.
Six fun classes and win a doggy bandana for best in class, followed by Top Dog 2024 in the main arena for all 1st placed dogs. 🐶 Register online before 24th August https://forms.office.com/r/15ZRcdPtEk
and pay on the day at the Information Tent (registration on the day also available until 2pm):
£2 entry per class …. Prettiest Pup (12 months and under) Most Fabulous young paws (12 months – 6 years) Golden Oldies (6 years+) Marvellous Markings Junior Handler Best Rescue/Rehome

Join us on 26th August 2024 bank holiday Monday at the Weldon Cricket club for a day filled with furry fun, excitement, and cuteness overload! 🎉🐾

04/08/2024

It was an early start and the temperatures were just right. We started off with the loose lead class, both boys did amazing and remained engaged with their handlers which is something one of the boys was struggling with around other dogs!
It was then onto the puppy lifeskills course; both pups and their handlers were great. Brilliant timing with marking, which helps to capture the desired behaviour/positioning, there was lovely engagement from the pups and some impressive lead walking skills. Well done everyone 😃

03/08/2024

It was lovely to catch up with Boss. He has come such long way! He showed off his recall skills, lead walking was brilliant, remained calm and disengaged from other dogs and even kept it cool as a toddler came running towards him!

03/08/2024

There is still space for group classes on Sunday 4th August
9.00: 2 part loose class, focusing on lead walking skills and engagement.
10.15: 5 week lifeskills course, covering loose lead, recall, leave,calm greetings and much more.

02/08/2024

With it being it being so hot the last few days our walks have unfortunately been reduced. This evening, once it had cooled down, we both refreshed our Hoopers skills in the garden. It was lovely to spend some time with my own girl and it soon came back to us. At 5 years old she still enjoys learning new skills ❤️

01/08/2024

Loose Lead around distractions refresh and disengagement, this youngster did so well!
I am now putting on a 2 part loose lead group on Sunday 4th August. Working in an outdoor environment and around other dogs.
Part 1: Sunday 4th August at 9am
Part 2: Sunday 11th August at 9am
£30 per dog

31/07/2024

Loose lead walking is one of the many exercises we cover as part of the Life Skills Course.
There is space available on Sunday 4th August
09.00: Over 20 weeks
10.15: Under 20 weeks

26/07/2024

Please bear with, I am off for a few days. All messages will be responded to on Tuesday.

25/07/2024

Can dogs lick from affection ? Absolutely ✅
Can they lick from feeling anxious ? Yes ✅
Not all licking is appeasement licking. Appeasement licking is usually paired with other stress signals or calming signals and I know that may be tricky for some to notice.
This is one of those behaviours that dogs show us that can be very misread.
Affection ❓Greeting ❓Stress ❓

Licking is completely normal for dogs. It can be a healthy and socially acceptable behaviour between other dogs. It is relaxing, soothing and can be displayed for so many reasons.
However appeasement licking can also be shown to other dogs too, even ones they know and live with.

If you are in any doubt over why your dog licks either you or another dog, video the interaction.
Watch that video and look for tell tale signs of stress (some are mentioned in the graphic).

One of the worst feelings in the world is when I have to inform someone that those certain types of "kisses" do not come from a place of affection but can be from a place of fear, mistrust and stress.

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18/07/2024

17/07/2024

Just some of the pooches I got to spend time with today 🙂

16/07/2024

We have been working on more calm with this cheeky chappy. We have introduced a plan to help him relax and provide more outlets for natural behaviours. Here he is enjoying a lovely pigs ear, which helped him to relax and stay out of mischief. Chewing can actually reduce stress and anxiety as it releases endorphins, it also reduces boredom.