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09/09/2025

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09/09/2025

🐾 Why Puppy Socialisation Should Go Beyond the Usual Classes.

When many people think of puppy socialisation, they picture puppies tumbling around in a hall together. But true socialisation isn’t just about meeting other dogs, it’s about preparing your puppy for the real world.

✅ Train stations
✅ Town centres
✅ Garden centres
✅ Cafés
✅ Walking calmly near other dogs at a distance

These experiences teach puppies that the world is safe, predictable, and full of variety.

👥 Why I Believe Puppy Training Should Be 1:2:1 and Bespoke

Every puppy is an individual. They each have their own:
• Breed traits
• Temperament
• Learning style
• Owner’s lifestyle

In large group classes, many puppies either become overwhelmed or overstimulated. Some learn to fixate on other dogs instead of their handler. Others simply shut down.

With 1:2:1 sessions, I can tailor the programme to your puppy, working at their pace, focusing on their needs, and building real-world skills without the distraction or pressure of a crowded class. This approach sets the foundations for calm, confident behaviour.

👃Why I Add Scentwork to My Puppy Programmes.

Scentwork isn’t just for working dogs — it’s one of the most natural and enriching activities for every puppy. By engaging their incredible noses, we can:

✔️ Build focus and engagement with the handler
✔️ Reduce over-excitement and frustration
✔️ Boost confidence in new environments
✔️ Provide essential mental stimulation
✔️ Strengthen the bond between dog and owner

Starting scentwork early gives puppies an outlet for their instincts and teaches them to use their brains before their legs. It also complements their socialisation, because a focused puppy is calmer in busy places.

🐶 In Summary

Socialisation is about raising a puppy who can cope with the world, not just one who plays with other dogs. By offering bespoke 1:2:1 training with scentwork included, I can set both puppy and owner up for long-term success, building confidence, calmness, and connection from the very start.

09/09/2025

Letting Your Dog Trail vs. A Child on Apron Strings

🤔 Imagine a child who is eager to explore the world. If that child is always tied to their parent’s apron strings:

👉 They never learn to navigate on their own.

👉 They hesitate, constantly looking back for permission.

Their confidence remains stunted, because they are not allowed to problem-solve or test themselves.

Now compare this to a trailing dog:

🐶 If the handler keeps pulling on the line or “steering,” the dog cannot fully explore the scent picture.

🦮 The dog starts second-guessing themselves, looking back to the handler for guidance instead of relying on their natural ability.

😞 Their confidence and independence in following the trail weakens, because they’re not being trusted to do the job they are innately equipped for.

✂️ When the apron strings are cut, or the line is handled loosely, the child flourishes, exploring safely but freely, and the dog likewise works with focus and confidence.

Your role is not to control, but to support. Just as a parent guides from a safe distance, you should allow your dog to lead with their nose.

Trust builds skill. The more space your dog is given to work, the more confident and accurate they become.

Partnership over control. Instead of apron strings, think of yourself as the steady anchor, there if needed, but not holding them back.

👉 “Don’t be the apron strings, be the support that lets your dog shine.”

08/09/2025

08/09/2025

A couple of spaces left for this workshop on 13th September. Check out the events section on the page to book. If you are currently Mantrailing with me then feel free to join us and you can brush up on some exercises.

08/09/2025

🌟🐾 COMING THIS OCTOBER! 🐾🌟Scentwork Sunday – Foundations in Scent Detection. Do you have a working breed? a Spaniel, Labrador, Golden Retriever, or any other breed? 🐕Unleash your dog’s superpower – their nose! 👃✨✅ Build confidence & focus✅ Mental stimulation & enrichment✅ Strengthen your bond as a teamPerfect for all breeds, all ages, beginners welcome.📅 Launching October📍 Reigate & Banstead ⏰ 11-1pm ⚡ Limited spaces – watch out in the Events for booking details!🌟 If your not comfortable in a group setting, I’ll come to you for a 1:2:1 Session

08/09/2025

🐾 Why I Prefer 1:2:1 Puppy Training & Scentwork 🐾

Not every dog learns the same way, and not every handler gets the best out of group settings. That’s why I offer 1:2:1 sessions – giving you and your dog the time, focus, and support you deserve.

✨ For Puppies:
Calm, focused learning without the chaos of a busy class

Builds confidence for shy or nervous pups

Foundations tailored to your puppy’s personality and pace

Dedicated time for YOU to ask questions and practise skills

Proper socialising – learning to stay calm and make good choices around people, dogs, and the environment, rather than being overwhelmed by “free-for-all” play park meet-ups

✨ For Scentwork:

Each dog works at their own speed, stress-free

Strengthens communication between handler and dog

Creates a stronger working bond and deeper trust

Progression that matches your dog’s natural ability

💡 Whether you’re starting your puppy off on the right paw 🐾 or unlocking your dog’s natural scenting superpowers 👃, 1:2:1 training provides the best foundations before moving into group classes or advanced workshops.

📞 Get in touch today to find out how a focused, personalised approach can benefit both you and your dog.

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08/09/2025

🐾 Coming Soon: Fox Red Friday! 🐾

Have you got a Fox Red dog who just loves to shove their nose into everything? Then this is the perfect activity for you!

Introducing Fox Red Friday – a brand-new weekly session designed to harness your dog’s natural scenting abilities and turn them into something truly special.

Over a rolling programme of 6-week courses, you and your dog will explore the fascinating world of scentwork, including:

✨ Scent Detection Foundations
✨ Mantrailing
✨ Lost Property Search
✨ Lost Pet Recovery
✨ Open Search

Each course is carefully structured to develop your dog’s natural talents, build confidence, and strengthen the bond between you and your canine partner. Together, you’ll learn new skills, face exciting challenges, and discover just how incredible your Fox Red’s nose really is.

🐶 Perfect for Fox Reds with a love for adventure and sniffing!

👥 A fun, supportive way to work as a team.

📅 Sessions run weekly, with each course lasting 6 weeks.

🎓 Certificates awarded at the end of every course – celebrate your progress and achievements!

Fox Red Friday, where every sniff is an adventure!

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For more information drop a message in the comments below 👇

07/09/2025

🌟🐾 COMING THIS OCTOBER! 🐾🌟

Scentwork Sunday – Foundations in Scent Detection

Do you have a working breed? a Spaniel, Labrador, Golden Retriever, or any other breed? 🐕

Unleash your dog’s superpower – their nose! 👃✨

✅ Build confidence & focus

✅ Mental stimulation & enrichment

✅ Strengthen your bond as a team

Perfect for all breeds, all ages, beginners welcome.

📅 Launching October
📍 Reigate & Banstead
⏰ 11-1pm

⚡ Limited spaces – watch out in the Events for booking details!

🌟 If your not comfortable in a group setting, I’ll come to you for a 1:2:1 Session