ELA Dog Dynamics and Training

01/07/2025

So I have been quiet recently due to being in hospital, however I am on the mend now and will be back to training soon.

However there is also another reason, Arlo my beloved stooge dog has passed away its something that I am still dealing with. I don't particularly want go into details but he had neurological issues as a result of bad breeding and not the best start in his life. I am heartbroken about it and will miss him for the rest of my days.

He was a dog that taught me lots in the short time he was with me and helped plenty of other dogs with their problems too. Although his time was not the longest, his impact will last years. I miss you superboy and look forward to meeting again.

23/06/2025

Afternoon All, I am currently in hospital so will be in touch once out of hospital. Sorry for the inconvenience!

21/06/2025

All sessions cancelled this weekend guys the heat is far to much. Enjoy the sun with your loved ones and look after your dogs!

19/06/2025

As much as I love to train with you all I have to be very conscious of the heat at the moment. Please be aware if the heat is too much I will be cancelling sessions with a view to reschedule.

We simply cannot train if the dogs already in discomfort due to the heat. The value of that training would be minimal. Thank you all for understanding.

14/06/2025

Diesel’s Breakthrough Moment 🐾

A few weeks ago, Diesel came at me full force — five, maybe six times — fully committed to bite. No hesitation. No bluff. Just raw fear masked as aggression.

He didn’t trust anyone. Not because he’s a “bad” dog, but because no one ever gave him the tools to feel safe in a world that terrified him.

But this moment… this photo… it says everything.

Diesel chose to sit on me. Calm. Close. Trusting. No muzzle. No restraints. Just him, resting beside me — in a busy environment, with people standing and talking nearby.

And here’s the part that hits me hardest:

This is only our third session.

Three sessions ago, he was trying to bite me. Now, he’s choosing connection.

That’s not just progress — it’s a massive breakthrough.

We still have a long road ahead, and I’ll never pretend this work is easy. But for a dog like Diesel, moments like this are nothing short of transformational.

Thank you to everyone following along. Your support means the world — and this journey is only just beginning. ❤️

14/06/2025

Lennox and Ellies thoughts about getting up today🤣

13/06/2025

Morning guys. Just remember it’s hot at the moment and any temperature above 20 degrees begins to pose risk to your dog. Please try and do your walks early morning or late evening.

Sessions will now be held late afternoon into the evenings so that it’s not too hot for the dogs.

12/06/2025

It’s not always about train, train, train.
The real key is the relationship between dog and handler.
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You can teach commands all day long, but without trust, connection, and mutual respect—it means nothing.
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A well-trained dog performs.
A dog that trusts you commits.
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Build the bond. That’s where the real work—and reward—is.

10/06/2025

🚨 Diesel’s Story – From Fear to Trust 🐾

Meet Diesel — a German Shepherd x Belgian Malinois with serious aggression issues. When I first met him, he came at me five or six times, fully committed to bite. This wasn’t posturing. Diesel meant it.

His behaviour comes from deep-rooted fear and a complete lack of socialisation. He’s not a bad dog — he’s a scared one who never got the chance to learn how to cope with the world. But make no mistake: Diesel is a serious dog, and he’s more than capable of causing real harm.

Fast forward to now… and Diesel sat on me. Not only that — he let me stroke him.

That’s huge.

For a dog who once saw me as a threat worth attacking, to now choosing to sit calmly on me and accept touch — it’s a breakthrough moment.

We still have a long road ahead, and I’m under no illusions. But moments like this are why I do what I do.

Please follow along and stay tuned for updates on Diesel’s journey. With time, patience, and the right guidance, I believe there’s hope for even the most misunderstood dogs. ❤️🐕

09/06/2025

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