New Tricks Dog Training & Pet Services

06/11/2025

I swear this dog just lives to make a mess for me 🙄😂 How's your week going?

26/10/2025

✅️ Clocks have gone back
✅️ Extra hour in bed
✅️ Two cuddly terriers
✅️ Heavy rain forecast

Lazy Sunday morning it is! 💤

25/10/2025

We're certainly looking forward to a much-needed extra hour in bed tomorrow 😴 Luckily staffies are quite good at lie-ins so Mavis doesn't need telling twice! ⏰️😂

23/10/2025

Thursday's thought... 💭

A little reminder that your dog's behaviour is a clue to help you figure out what's gone pear-shaped.

They don't act out for the sake of it, or to spite you, or to make you embarrassed - there is always a valid reason and the dog is never wrong. Listen to what they're trying to tell you and help them.

Try managing their environment - use baby gates, keep them on a long-line, go for walks in quiet places, reward more frequently... etc etc etc. Essentially, make it easier for them to get things right.

If the environment your dog is in changes, so will their behaviour. Use this simple adjustment to help teach your dog the things you want them to do instead, then gradually build it up.

Give it a go 🐾

19/10/2025

Sunday evening snuggles with Mavis while I catch up on emails 🥰📧 It's a hard life!

17/10/2025

🌟 What a week of classes! 🌟

I met all my gorgeous new puppies and in their first class, we introduced response to their names, settling on a mat, the first step of teaching them to lie down, and exploring lots of new/unfamiliar objects.

Welcome to...

🩵 Alfie
🩷 Clover
💛 Sia
💜 Meekha
🧡 Patch
💚 Henry

I was also joined by Sarah from Bude K9 Services who came along to observe, and also took some lovely pics for me 🙏📸

15/10/2025

A familiar face! 😍 Some of you might recognise Ted, as he used to come out for group walks with me, but this weekend I went to visit for a different reason.

His lovely humans have recently welcomed a new addition to their family, and Ted isn't sure how to deal with all the new things that have appeared in his house and his feelings.

As safety is the top priority, we introduced a couple of easy ways to manage his behaviour and the environment to minimise risks. Teddy is a superstar and picked super things up quickly 🌟

12/10/2025

Sunday morning snoozes in the sun 💤

11/10/2025

Today's social walk for Mavis consisted of pottering, paddling & piggies 🐷

We've been attending these for a while and I can definitely see some progress. She's had some good interactions with other dogs, is finding it easier to settle into the environment, and I'm learning so much about what makes Mavis tick.

She's a complicated soul for sure, and we'll probably never have a completely 'normal' life, but we're getting there bit by bit 💜

The Dog Witch: Whole Health for Healthy Behaviour

10/10/2025

I have one space left on my last Puppy Foundations course of this year! 🐶

Focusing on building a strong relationship with your pup from the start and creating a great foundation for future training. We'll go through all the essentials to help you grow a healthy & happy puppy:

🩷 focus around other dogs
🩷 confidence building
🩷 socialisation
🩷 how to motivate your puppy
🩷 puppy biting
🩷 zoomies, the witching hour & the importance of sleep
🩷 toilet training
🩷 jumping up
🩷 teaching a settle
🩷 intro to collars/harnesses
🩷 intro to recalls
🩷 intro to lead manners

Starting on Tuesday 14th October at 6pm in the Arscott Hall, Tetcott EX22 6QX. Places are limited to ensure everyone gets plenty of 1-2-1 attention. For puppies aged up to 6 months.

📧 www.newtricksdogtraining.co.uk/register-for-a-class

09/10/2025

We've been pretty busy over the last week and, although I LOVE showing you all what we've been up to, I am absolutely rubbish at remembering to take photos! If only I could delegate that job to Mavis 📷😂🤔

For now, here's a quick snap from an evening walkies with our fluffy friend Maggie 🐕 Show me your dogs with their besties 👇

09/10/2025

A fabulous talk from a fabulous lady! Definitely worth popping along this evening if you want to learn more about dog communication 🐾

🐾 Tonight at Holsworthy Library – Let’s Talk Dog! 🐾
7:00 PM | Free Community Talk
Who’s joining me this evening to explore the fascinating world of dog language? We’ll dive into how dogs communicate, what they’re really telling us, and how we can build deeper, more respectful bonds with them.
Whether you’re a seasoned dog owner or just curious, I promise you’ll learn things about dogs you didn’t even think possible.
Let’s celebrate connection, curiosity, and the joy of learning—together.

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