Art of the Mutt - Dog Behaviour and Rehabilitation

08/01/2025

1 day away from being 5 weeks old and what a journey it has been! There's way more mess than I imagined and noise but just as much cuteness and captivating behaviour as I thought it would.
Having a dog for me, helps my physical health but most importantly keeps me on top of my mental health.
It is mainly for this reason I am on this road to bring up 3 very special dogs that will help people that need a dog!
My wish is to keep the puppies as long as it's needed to find the right homes.
Although it's a wonderful experience to have a dog at a young age, the start of their life is critical for achieving the balance that is needed to cope with the job of helping us keep our balance.
If the right people come along then I may consider them but I'm looking for those that truly understand what it takes to guide these little souls into well rounded companions.

07/12/2024

Day 2! I am honestly still recovering mentally but Dana has left her babies to do her business for the first time with only a little encouragement. Today I find myself truly grateful for our old boy (Jack) that helped Dana and me grow into who we are and every soul we've met along the way, be that human or dog each had its influence.
This journey is very special for me to be given the chance to help shape 3 beautiful new souls to be what the world and I need most. Balance and harmony with lots of love.
Thanks again for all the support 🙏

06/12/2024

Update! Dana is doing fantastically, and 3 out of 5 puppies made it. It was truly an emotional rush that none of us but Dana was prepared for, to watch how nature instinctively knew not just what to do but who needed it with absolutely no emotional struggle. As always, I'm in awe of the beauty and tragedy in this world. Thanks for everyone's support.

05/12/2024

Dana is going to be a mummy!
She's in labour as we post this so maybe we'll have puppies tonight. She's resting next to Dan right now. 🐶
How many do you think she'll have?

10/09/2024

Confidence to be brave can never be taught, as it comes from the freedom of curiosity.

Helping build those inner muscles of abilities to cope with anything new or Unfamiliar.

All that's needed is a safe space to return to, until the day you can be your own.

Nature knows best and so do we, trusting our instincts to find balance and harmony.

06/07/2024

Many that know me know that I have always struggled to slow my pace. Over the last years I've struggled with ibs and this took a turn for the worse and had me in and out of hospital. This most recent turn of avents did not only but me out of commission for a few weeks, it has made me actually have to take on less work while I recover and get back to a new level of working.
Yesterday while out with my little pack we got the pleasure to a dog with the humans running over to try and stop there dog from wrestling me for the stick it had suddenly chosen to try and take from me. Obviously I appreciate all owners to know what there dog is doing but as she started to tell the dog to leave it I quickly said it's ok! I'm happy to play this game and soon got it to release the stick with no pressure or words!
This then turned to a wonderful chat about what I do and some tips to help understand the dog better.
I absolutely love doing what I do and will give anyone the time of day to help if they feel stuck. Life is taking us on a new direction and to keep this calm balanced energy every dog needs from us to keep the leadership position, we must listen to our bodies with the intention of adaptable rules boundaries and limitations.

Never give up. There's always possibilities and Artofthemutt is here to help with every tiny step along the way.

12/06/2024

I've never hidden how or why I came to be doing to I do.
To be the broken person I once was with no purpose, other than just getting through another day to see the next.
Now over 12 years later, I'm still at it with no desire to quit but constantly adapt.
I do struggle to keep up with social media and I'll be honest there are amazing people  with incredible information that may or may not work for you.
I do what I do and the way i do it (with passion) and ask for nothing more from dogs  than what I always believe can be achieved.
The balance and harmony living with dogs and constantly having to evaluate my own energy, body language and intentions to have a connection that keeps the trust and respect to go everywhere together as any loyal pack does.
For those that know! Dana truly is a special dog that I couldn't of asked for a more magical connection too that shows others what sort of stuff we are made of. Anything is possible you believe it can be done and I believe actions will always be louder than words, everything takes practice with plenty of work.

01/05/2024

I know we haven't been that active on our social media but we are always doing our thing and grateful to be part of many humans and dogs lives.

Over the years I've seen many dogs through till the end and it's always an honour to listen to what they have to teach me or humans I get to connect with! This fella truly is one of a kind and has the most incredible human I've ever met. I'll be making a donation and hopefully even get out as dinosaur to help raise a bit more! Anything any one can do to help is appreciated even if it's just to like, comment and share. Really appreciate it 🙏

Weʼre raising money to Help save Kev the cannabis activist dog.. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

22/01/2024

A bit of a change this weekend and we gave some of our time to help raise some money. Dana did fantastic and very surprised that we only got barked at a few times! We met so many awesome people and truly grateful to all that spared what they had.

15/01/2024

This year I'm taking more time to do the things I love and enjoy. As we all should to help keep us balanced and with this stories strong message, I'm reminded how easily I can over look the simple things in life that others don't have the joy of doing or trying. Start the way we mean to go on and gratitude is a beautiful natural beginning.

14/01/2024

This year I'm taking more time to do the things I love and enjoy. As we all should to help keep us balanced and with this stories strong message, I'm reminded how easily I can over look the simple things in life that others don't have the joy of doing or trying. Start the way we mean to go on and gratitude is a beautiful natural beginning.

We are asking for as many of you as possible to come and take part in this ride out for Megan !!
Loud bikes , trikes, classic cars and more. Flares , Australian flags too.

Come on and get involved 🙏🏼

01/01/2024

🐾 Happy New Year to all the doggies and their hoomans🐾

We wanted to take this time to reflect on 2023. We couldn't move on without saying a massive thank you to each and every single one of you.
We are privileged that you trust us with all your pooches and hope to continue to do so to bring harmony to your pack.

Thank you!

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#2024

25/12/2023

🐾 Santa Paws Has Been🐾

We'd like to say to all of our wonderful clients cheers to a season filled with love, joy, and togetherness! Thank you for being an essential part of our success story.
Merry Christmas 🎄