Chill Paws dog trainer

01/01/2025

Happy 2025 everyone.

31/12/2024

Meyers spends 2 years in the Sardinia mountains and on Bucharest's streets to follow the lives of sheep and street dogs. A bit slow going, but interesting to watch, esp. the street dogs part.
As every behaviourist know it reveals some truths. "We never felt in danger from any of the sttreet dogs. The majority of attacks come from domesticated ones who are crammed into apartments, unable to fulfil their instincts and needs."
Have a look.

1h 9m

29/12/2024

I'm replying to all those users who reacted to my post with disdain. I'll stick by it.
"In 2022–2023, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) euthanized 2,875 dogs and puppies, which was 15.31% of the dogs and puppies in their care." (RSPCA)
This statistic is ONLY by the RSPCA. Think of all the other dogs who are being KILLED (let's not mince words here with "put to sleep" or "put down" to make YOU feel better). The majority of this is because of YOUR incompetence, ignorance, stupidity, arrogance, and selfishness. YOU are causing these dogs to die and suffer.
There are a bunch of questions that EVERYONE should ask themselves (and be honest about it) before getting (adopting or purchasing) a dog. They are:
1. Can I provide the dog with the basics, i.e. food, and shelter?
2. Can I match the dog's NEEDS, i.e. breed, temperament, and individual needs?
3. Can I afford a dog trainer/behaviourist?
4. Do I have the ability/willingness to LEARN/practice/work with the dog trainer/behaviourist?
5. If you answer NO to ANY of these questions, then get a budgie or a guinea pig and if you REALLY wish to help, assist the shelter in finding a SUITABLE family who could answer YES to all of the above and make a SUCCESS of the adoption.
Let's stop patting our back for offering a dog food and shelter. A dog needs way more than that to be happy. Adequate enrichment, suitable physical and mental exercise, and the opportunity to SATISFY the work they were born to do. If these needs aren't met, the dog has a higher chance of developing issues like destruction, anxiety, and aggression. These are the most likely issues that lead to ABANDONMENT, KILLING, RETURNING to a shelter, or GIVING to a shelter.
This family could only answer YES to 1 question; therefore, they are UNSUITABLE for a SUCCESSFUL adoption and if this still offends you, deal with it.

28/12/2024

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Dawn Cornell

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

27/12/2024

Patrick Galbraith writes in The Telegraph, "There is a reason hunters sing songs about foxes and write poems about them. It is not about them. It is almost a form of fox worship." What the f...are you talking about? Fox hunting is a despicable activity and most folks dislike it for what it is: appalling. So, I ask again, what the f...are you talking about?

15/12/2024

"Huge thanks for looking after Charlie this year and giving him the best walks. He always looks forward to his Fridays!" (Stephanie, G)

30/11/2024

Richard James thinks that dogs should be kept on lead the whole time. This is the opinion of an ignorant, entitled individual. Humans should be on lead. They are way more destructive and stupid than a dog I have ever worked with.
We humans are here to share the earth with others. We DO NOT own it. Let's stop behaving like we do and start sharing like we should. ..and then f you think there are too many dogs. Humans CREATED that problem too. Let's put BANS on humans NOT on animals.
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The cutest thing a dog can do is be under control

06/11/2024

Pay heed to your dog growling, they're speaking. Step back, take five, and start all over.

02/11/2024

"One more sausage, please."

30/10/2024

Managing a pack of dogs

30/10/2024

Found this, rubber, in a tin of Country Hunter

30/10/2024

26/10/2024

19/10/2024

"Lexi has been going regularly with Lae and Beau and the pack for over a year now.
She is just back from a wonderful few days out with the pack, learning new skills in new environments. She loves Lae and Beau and feels very secure with them. As an anxious rescue dog, we are so happy Lexi is as happy as she is with them. When the car pulls in to collect Lexi, she is so excited and happy. Her favourite walk with the pack is the beach. 🐾" (Melissa, K.)

Enrichment activity consultant, dog trainer, and nutritionist.
Enriching dog and human lives.
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17/10/2024

Left and right. Another way to teach "left" and "right" while spending constructive time with your dog. Have fun!.