TweedDogs Training and Behaviour

16/08/2024

11/06/2024

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Fully insured, qualified and DBS checked dog walker covering Melrose and surrounding areas

15/11/2023

Grateful thanks to the Borders College students who attended my talk today on my journey to become a self employed dog daycare owner, dog trainer and behaviourist. The engagement and great questions from the students made for an enjoyable few hours. Good luck to you all on your entrepreneural and animal care careers.

🔵 welcomes – Laura Glover

🗓️ Wednesday 15th November at 1pm in the iLearn Room, Scottish Borders Campus

Laura is Co-Founder, Partner, Dog Trainer, and Certified Canine Behaviourist at Tweeddogs. Laura has worked with animals for over 25 years and qualified as a Behaviourist in 2020, and then further added to this in 2021 with another qualification from the British College of Canine Studies.

Please come and hear Laura’s honest account and incredible story of how she persevered with passion and determination to achieve her goals.

03/11/2023

03/10/2023

NEW SERVICE!
Do you have a reactive dog that can't cope when out on walks?
TweedDogs Training and Behaviour are now offering tailored walks to suit your dogs' individual needs, providing specific training or behaviour adjustment Laura will apply bespoke training to help get your dog to a point where walks are less stressful/more enjoyable for you (for example pulling on lead,, and for those that have fears associated with dogs or other external triggers within the environment (strangers, general lack of socialisation, etc).

Spaces are very limited and are dependent on your location.

Check out the website https://www.tweeddogs.co.uk/training-and-behaviour-support/ for more details or send a PM.

28/09/2023

PUPPY CLASSES FOR 2024 start Sunday 14th January. Spaces are limited to a maximum of 6 puppies. So if you are looking for classes that use positive reinforcement, and cover all aspects of your puppies care, welfare and training, get in touch.

10/09/2023

TweedDogs was delighted to be involved in Border Pet Rescue's fun dog day today, and sponsoring the Best Puppy Class which was a very hard task!! The sun held out and it was a lovely day.

09/09/2023

Who is coming along?

Some of the people you can meet at our Dog Show tomorrow!

🐾 Sniffz'n'Slobberz (handmade leads, collars, bandanas, toys, bowls, walking belts, high-vis vests, coats)
🐾 Borders Clinical Canine Massage (dog massage)
🐾 Logans Natural Treats (natural treats, chews)
🐾 Malley and Co. (handmade dog accessories, blankets, snuffle stuff, eco-toys)
🐾 Hilltop Doggy Day Care
🐾 TweedDogs Training and Behaviour
🐾 Scottish Borders Council (dog education officer)
🐾 Facepainting by Lisa
🐾 Bean ‘N Gone Borders (teas, coffees, drinks)
🐾 With a cherry on top (crepes, ice cream, sundaes)
🐾 Boxed Delights Bakery (traybakes, cakes)
🐾 Peckish - Mobile Catering (baguettes, paninis, toasties)

26/08/2023

Did you know that during the first 4-6 months of our puppies lives (and again during adolescence) their brains are developing and changing at a rapid rate, and what we teach them, inadvertently, or through structured training, create pathways that are all but "set in stone". If we start throwing balls for example for our puppies whilst their brains are developing, this can create all sorts of issues in later life - one being that they could become obsessive chasers of children, cars, etc or start resource guarding. TweedDogs Training and Behaviour can help you navigate this very important lifestage - so get in touch for further information.

25/08/2023

I have just attended a fascinating 3 day course in Devon with the amazing Dr Amber Batson of Understand Animals furthering my knowledge on dog behaviour. The only negative point is the carpark known as the M5 - a road I have no intention visiting again!!

13/08/2023

What an amazing group of puppies in the current block of classes. So quick to pick up new skills and learn calm, appropriate greetings. Their caregivers are doing an amazing job.

30/07/2023

Laura of TweedDogs will be attending this event and will be available to give training and behavioural advice. Come along and support what should be a great day.

26/07/2023

A really important post on the meaning of a growl.

THE GIFT OF THE GROWL
Dogs don’t bite if a growl will suffice

Not all growling is a sign that a dog’s unhappy. Some growls may be part of a particular play style, seeking attention, from frustration or other reasons.

They may all sound a little different and may be unique to that particular dog.

This post is not about different types of growls, but about reactive, aggressive or early warning growls.

When a dog growls, especially when it’s directed at us, our natural human response is to feel offended and maybe even angry.

Surely dogs need to learn not to growl, growling is bad, it’s not acceptable, a problem that needs to be stopped or punished so a dog learns that it’s wrong, disrespectful and unacceptable, right?

This couldn’t be further from the truth! A dog that growls has just provided us with very valuable information. In their way, they have just told us how they feel without resorting to a bite.

Dogs use growling in an attempt to avoid having to resort to biting, not to initiate it. They could just as easily not have even bothered to growl and gone straight to a bite.

A dog that growls is trying to communicate how they feel. Ignoring or punishing it only suppresses this communication. Punishment increases the level of a dog's discomfort and creates more stress.

A dog that bites without the warning of a growl is a far more serious problem than a dog that growls but doesn’t bite.

Look for any other early warning signals that may precede a growl. Learn to recognise body language. Take note of what makes your dog feel uncomfortable and create distance or give them space.

Be grateful for the gift of a growl – the growl is an early warning signal that we need to respect, understand & acknowledge.

20/07/2023

A must-see TV programme for all dog owners.

14/06/2023

Do you understand what your dog is saying to you, and other dogs, when they do subtle body movements such as a head turn, an out of context yawn, a paw lift, a slow (lowered) tail wag or nose lip?

These are all signs that your dog may be saying..... 'please don't hurt me, I won't hurt you'. Each dog will have their own strategies based on what has worked for them in the past so try and watch your dog closely for a few days. If you notice their signals when they feel fearful or uncomfortable, this will help prevent any need for them to escalate their behaviour into growls, barking and/or lunging in order to be 'listened' to.

14/06/2023

This is a really great article on canine adolescence.
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2252641198226704&id=409987855825390

03/06/2023

I don't often make recommendations on my social media but when something rocks my boat and I feel will benefit others I feel compelled!

What Dogs Want by Mat Ward is a book every dog owner should read. It's based on current science and modern training methods, is clear, easy to read with invaluable tips on how to understand our dogs and treat them in a way that works for both them and those that care for them. Highly recommended.

What Dogs Want: An illustrated guide for HAPPY dog care and training

07/05/2023

That's another 4 week block of puppy classes finished - the time just flies by - thank you to all the lovely caregivers and their fabulous puppies for making it such fun - and to Hilltop Doggy Daycare for letting us use their fabulous facilities.

08/04/2023

One of the most common issues new puppy owners have is their puppy nipping. This is a wonderful video to help understand why our puppies bite, and how to stop them biting us! Enjoy.

Welcome to our latest video on puppy biting! In this collaboration with Stephanie from the Happy Hounds Dog Training YouTube channel, she is going to share w...

23/03/2023

The next 4 week block of puppy classes start Sunday 16th April in St Boswells. The classes are aimed at pups up to 6 months old and everything 'puppy' is covered.

15/03/2023

UPDATE: JUNEAU HAS FOUND HER FOREVER HOME :) Gorgeous Border Collie, Juneau, is looking for an active, (agility?) home with knowledgeable collie owners. She is 23 months, fully vaccinated, spayed. Never chewed anything that wasn't hers. Settles well in the house. Great with other dogs/people. She will lunge at cars, but is getting better at coping through training. If interested please get in touch and we will pass on your details to her current owner. Please share.