The Dog Coach, Glasgow

25/06/2025

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22/05/2025

FOMO or SEPARATION ANXIETY?

This little girl is deaf and her family is doing an amazing job of teaching her important life skills using hand cues. They contacted me about a couple of unwanted behaviours she is displaying, one of them being that she unable to be left alone.

I always start potential separation anxiety cases with a thorough discussion about the dog's behaviours/routine/environmental set up so that I get a good understanding of exactly what is going on. This girl can be very vocal at times when alone and certain behaviours carried out by her humans are more triggering than others. However, when her family leaves through the front door, she settles pretty quickly and engages in her normal behaviours, after an initial emotional reaction to being left behind. When mum goes upstairs to bed, leaving the pup downstairs in her own cosy bed, there is even more whining that continues for a long time. So, separation anxiety or FOMO?

In this case, there is a bit of both. During the day - FOMO. At bedtime, some SA. We have implemented some simple desensitisation exercises to help her cope better with both these situations.

So, if you are unsure if your dog has SA or FOMO, message me. Tell me about your dog and I will let you know the best way to support your dog through this so that you can leave them alone without worrying about them.

19/05/2025

Cuddles on the couch or guarding his humans??

This boy is so beautiful - he is such a poser!! I worked with him outdoors a while ago and now I'm back to work on indoor behaviour. He is quite a complex character so understanding his body language and the motivation behind his behaviour is key to helping us progress.

What looks like squeezing in for a cuddle on the couch can actually be a form of guarding, particularly when demonstrated by a dog not overly keen on contact (like this lad). Of course, sometimes this can be the dog settling in for some sofa snuggles with you, but if he is displaying any muscle tension, stiffness of limbs, staring, pushing one of you away.. these may be signs of the dog taking possession of, or trying to protect, his human. Behaviours like this can be contextual. You may only see them at certain times or in certain situations. However, it's definitely something to be aware of as guarding behaviour can escalate and be transferred to other situations.

We welcome dogs onto our furniture, they can even sleep on our bed, if they want. This post is simply to make you aware of your dog's body language. It is not always what it seems!! For example, rolling onto his back will not always be a request for a tummy rub. He may be asking for space, trying to cool down, trying to appease, or he may simply be comfortable in that position.

If you are struggling with understanding your dog's body language/behaviour, reach out to me and let me know what's going on.

16/05/2025

Are you turning down invitations to spend time with family and friends?

Are you worried that if you go out, your dog will howl the place down and your neighbours will complain?

Are you worried about coming back to a ripped sofa, holes in the carpet, and scratches on the door?

If this is you, I have good news - I can help!

Your dog could be suffering from separation anxiety. All the things you notice - the barking, howling, panting, pacing, destruction...these are your dog's way of coping with a really stressful situation. So, don't come home and yell at them for ripping up your favourite cushions. Make a decision now to help them.

For information, DM me! Absolutely no obligation to enrol in the programme. However, this training may just get you your social life back!

13/05/2025

Guess who this nose belongs to?

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12/05/2025

Spending time with this beautiful pup today and enjoying the lovely weather 💞