A fun little reel from when Lyndsey and I went to Berlin in June 😂
It was constant 😂 even if we were mid conversation one of us would stop and be like, "baby." 👉🏼🐕
Such a fun weekend dog spotting and sightseeing 🥰❤️
Amie & Lyndsey 🐾
Today we raised a grand total of.. ✨️£130.92✨️ for Ayrshire Drone Dog Rescue - ADDR ‼️‼️
Massive thank you to Liz at ADDR for coming along and educating us all on what to do if our dogs go missing! ⚠️
PLEASE head over to their page to give it a like and to educate yourselves on what to/not to do if your dog goes missing or you see somebody else's dog 🐕
We thoroughly enjoyed this fun recall session with lots of lovely dogs and their humans ❤️
We can't wait to run more workshops in future for this charity 🥰
Lyndsey & Amie 🐾
🌟 LIFE SKILLS CLASS ONLINE AND AVAILABLE TO BOOK NOW 🌟
🗓 Thursday 1st August, 6.30pm
📍 Eglinton Park
This class has been a favourite for our attendees ❤️
It is designed to equip you and your dog with the essential skills needed to navigate everyday life together with ease 😚
You will need to have completed at least our Puppy Primary School or Beginners Class to join as we'll be building on the foundation skills learned in those blocks and putting them into real-life situations 🙌
During the course, you and your dog will build on all the basic focus cues and how to apply them to life in the real world 🌎
You'll also build on:
✨️ Loose lead walking.
✨️ Gaining a solid recall.
✨️ Teaching your dog to resist distractions and exhibit self-control to ensure their safety and well-being while out and about.
This is a 3-week Class where we'll be out and about in real life different environments each week applying learned skills to real-life scenarios such as greeting guests calmly, behaving calmly in public spaces, and responding appropriately to environmental stimuli.
Pop over to our website to grab your spot 🌟
See you soon 😘
💥 Put your dog's skills to the test in our NEW Life Skills Class 💥
This class is designed to equip you and your dog with the essential skills needed to navigate everyday life together with ease 😚
You will need to have completed at least our Puppy Primary School or Beginners Class to join as we'll be building on the foundation skills learned in those blocks and putting them into real life situations 🙌
During the course, you and your dog will build on all the basic focus cues and how to apply them to life in the real world 🌎
You'll also build on:
✨️ Loose lead walking.
✨️ Gaining a solid recall.
✨️ Teaching your dog to resist distractions and exhibit self control to ensure their safety and well-being while out and about.
This is a 3-week Class where we'll be out and about in real life different environments each week applying learned skills to real-life scenarios such as greeting guests calmly, behaving calmly in public spaces, and responding appropriately to environmental stimuli.
Our classes are conducted in a supportive and engaging environment, led by experienced trainers who use positive reinforcement methods to encourage learning and promote a positive relationship between you and your dog 🐶
💥 When: Thursday 11th July
💥 Time: 7.30pm
This one is NOT to be missed - pop over to our website to grab your spot!
🩷 Lexi 🩷
I just finished Walk & Train sessions with little Lexi recently and she made amazing progress 😍
She started with me as just a little 15 week old puppy 🥹
Her mum wanted me to work on ALL the basics with her throughout our sessions together so we did just that 🙌🏻
Lead walking ✅️
Recall ✅️
Focus & engagement ✅️
Fun tricks ✅️
Impulse control ✅️
As well as all of this, we also had fun together and built an amazing little relationship with each other 🥰
I am so privileged to have been a part of her journey and I just know she'll continue to thrive as she grows ❤️
Well done, Lexi 🥳
Amie 🐾
✨️ Correcting Vs Changing Behaviour ✨️
We aim to CHANGE a dog's behaviour rather than to correct it...
Why?
Because it's ✨️ kinder, more ethical and honestly... because WE CAN ✨️
So, what's the difference? 🤔
Correcting a behavior typically involves addressing undesirable actions by interrupting or redirecting the behavior, often using techniques like verbal or physical corrections.
Mainly... using punishment/something the dog doesn't like ❌️
Changing a behavior involves more comprehensive training methods aimed at ✨️ modifying the dog's underlying motivations and responses ✨️ usually through positive reinforcement and consistency to encourage more desirable behaviors over time ❤️
In our opinion, if the option is there to work on changing the behaviour using kind and positive methods, even if it takes more time then... why the hell wouldn't you choose that method? 🫣
The comfort and welfare of your dog is ALWAYS our top priority with a close 2nd being building a better relationship between you and your dog to help improve you communication skills 🙌
In a world full of quick fixes... do better for your dog ❤️
Amie 🐾
Please take a second to admire her bum wiggles... 🍑
It's... ✨COOKIE️✨️
I am beyond proud of Cookie and her mum Carly 🥺 We finished our 6 week puppy package today and WOW😍
Carly had decided to start using a head halti on Cookie a few weeks back when she felt like she couldn't handle her now she was so big, but LOOK 😍 no halti needed 🙌
Carly has put so much work into Cookie and it was clear for me to see today when I barely had to say a word, she just KNEW what to do 😉
I was smiling from ear to ear during this session - probably distracted Cookie with all my celebrations 🤣
Massive well done guys 🤍
Lyndsey 🐾
Let's chat about the ongoing debate...
Collar OR Harness? 🤔
A LOT of trainers really PUSH for your dog's to be in a harness and to be honest, that was also me for some time!
But, over time, I came to realise...
✨️ Walk your dog in whatever the hell they feel comfortable in! ✨️
There are a few times that I would strongly recommend a harness:
💚 Your dog already pulls heavily - harnesses distribute pressure more evenly across your dog's body, reducing strain on the neck and throat. This is especially beneficial for small breeds, dogs with respiratory issues or a sensitive trachea, promoting comfort and preventing potential injuries.
💚 Your dog is prone to escaping their collar - harnesses provide better control, minimising the risk of your dog slipping out of a collar. This is particularly important if your dog tends to pull on the leash. A harness gives you more leverage and control over your dog's movements, making walks safer and more enjoyable.
💚 When you're using a long line or securing your dog in the car - making sure the long line is attached to a harness is much safer. Especially if you plan to drop the lead for them to have more freedom. If your dog decided to run, or you had to slam your brakes on, jerking back on a collar could prove a pretty nasty injury.
If your dog has an injury that prevents them from wearing a harness, it doesn't mean that your doing wrong by your dog!
No matter what anyone says, if your dog finds the equipment aversive... even when it MAY be the most recommended piece of equipment then it's aversive...
What does your dog wear and why? Let us know in the comments 💗
Amie 🐾
What is reactivity?
Reactivity is a word that you've probably heard being thrown around a lot.
What does it actually mean? 🤔
Reactivity in dogs normally refers to a tendency to overreact to certain stimuli, often resulting in exaggerated responses such as barking, lunging, or aggressive behaviour.
We like to refer to it more so as dogs with ✨️ BIG FEELINGS ✨️ about certain things that surround them.
Common triggers for these dogs could be:
⚡️Other dogs/animals
⚡️Strangers
⚡️Specific sounds
Reactivity can stem from:
⚡️Fear
⚡️Frustration
⚡️Lack of socialization
It requires patient training to manage and reduce the dog's sensitivity to these triggers.
Would you consider your dog reactive? If so, what are their triggers? ❤️
Don't suffer alone. We can help 🥰 get in touch with us today to learn how!
Amie 🐾
#dogtraining #dogtrainer #reactivedog #reactivedogawareness #reactive #somedogsneedspace #yellowdog #dogsoftiktok #dogs
✨️ Just because you can, doesn't mean you should ✨️
I see it all the time...
Dogs walking along the street, near a busy road, owner with lead in hand or around their neck...
The dog? 🐕
OFF LEAD 🫣
My heart stops every time I see it 😟
I know, I know - I don't know those dogs, I don't know what training they've had but...
It's IMPOSSIBLE for that owner to have trained that dog for EVERY possible scenario that may come up, ENSURING their safety next to a road.
A car could backfire, a cyclist could pass quickly, maybe something terrible happens to cause the dog to get a fright and run out onto the road 😱
Not only is that irresponsible and unfair for your dog, it's also so ignorant to the driver who could, quite possibly, knock your dog down, injure them, or worse, kill them 💔 They will then have to live with that fact for the rest of their life and I know if that was me, I would struggle massively.
You have the lead, you know they'll be SAFER on the lead... just pop it on 💗
Amie 🐾
At least the gate we put up is working... 😅🐾
Reggie's first try at a Barn Hunt 🐀 we had such fun and looking forward to seeing how he can progress with it ❤️
Thanks @valleydogs.uk
#barnhunt #barnhuntuk #scentwork #training
Evie's Walk & Train programme finished up last week 💛
It has been such a wonderful experience working with her over the past 3 months - watching her grow from a little pup into the teen that she's now grown to be 🥰
I'll be sad not to see her every week, but I just know she's going to continue to excel with her humans as they continue her training 🙌
Feel very grateful to have been such a huge part of this little one's life ✨️
#dogs #dogtraining #walkandtrain #training #dogtrainer #dogtrainerlife #dogsoftiktok #positivereinforcement #gsd #gsdoftiktok #love
Extendable leads: Are they really the devil? 👿
In my opinion...
Not really 🫣
I use an extendable lead every day!
It's actually a very important piece of equipment for me and the boys on our daily walks.
It allows Ronnie to have his freedom while being under control where he can't be off lead 🥰
It lets Reggie have a lot more space when we're walking in open areas 🙌
I think there are definitely reasons and situations NOT to use an extendable lead:
❌️ near a road
❌️ for use on a bigger dog
❌️ when working on recall
❌️ when in a training class environment
I do see this lead being used SO IRRESPONSIBLY every day but honestly, I think that we can use it safely and in a variety of situations ❤️
What do you think? What's your opinion on extendable leads?
Amie 🐾
You don't need a fancy agility set to have some fun with your dogs ✨️
I always try and spice up our walks by using whatever I have around me. This morning we used the outdoor gym equipment to do some jumps 😁🏋♀️
I always like to remind my customers that if you aren't engaging and having fun with your dog out on walks, they are likely going to be looking elsewhere for some entertainment! 🥳
I'd love to know how you keep your dogs engaged and having fun on their daily walks! ⬇️
Lyndsey 🐾
💜 Dylan 💜
Just finished up Dylan's 4-week Walk & Train Programme today and I must admit - I'm going to miss seeing this wee gorgeous face twice a week 🥹
Believe it or not, she's only 7 months old but she's absolutely SMASHED it the past few weeks and I honestly am so proud of how much progress she's made in such a short space of time ✨️
We mostly worked on lead walking skills but we also added in some tips & tricks to help with engagement and recall ❤️
It has been an absolute pleasure working with her and I can't wait to hear how she gets on going forward after building some good foundations and handing the reins back over to her family 🐕🦺
Well done, Dylan ⚡️
✨️ I have space for Walk & Train clients from the end of February ✨️
If you're interested, get in touch 🥰
Amie 🐾
✨️ Behaviours are just like habits ✨️
What I mean by that is...
The longer you engage in a habit, the longer it takes you to break it.
So, how is this relevant in dog training? 🤔
🐕 Your dog is 4 years old.
😮💨 You have HUGE issues with them pulling on the lead.
⚡️ You decide to hire a professional, reward-based dog trainer to help you with these issues.
✨️ You work with this trainer for 3 months and see huge progress BUT it's still not perfect and you feel defeated 😭
The fact is... when your dog has been pulling on the lead for YEARS, unfortunately, the behaviour isn't going to be fixed over a few training sessions in a few months 😕
It's going to be something you're going to be working on for the long haul ❤️
Starting training with your dog early will certainly embed good habits from the start BUT that doesn't mean to say that you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Because guess what?
You absolutely CAN 😘
Amie 🐾
#dogtraining #behaviour #habits #dogtrainer
If you're struggling with your training relationship with your dog...
TRY this...
✨️ PLAY WITH THEM ✨️
"But wait, how can playing with my dog and training my dog go hand in hand?" 🤔
Well...
⚡️ Playing with your dog can strengthen your training bond by increasing positive interactions and reinforcing the idea to your dog that spending time together is enjoyable ⚡️
⚡️It creates a positive association with training, making your dog more receptive to learning and following your cues ⚡️
⚡️ Play also provides opportunities for you and your dog to communicate and understand each other better, building trust and enhancing the overall training experience ⚡️
So, what are you waiting for? Go grab a toy and PLAY together 😍
What's yours and your dogs favourite game? Let us know in the comments 👏
Amie 🐾
Over everything, allowing your dog to just be a dog should be your no.1 priority 💫
Happy Friday 💛
Amie 🐾
#dogsbeingdogs #rolling #domorewithyourdog #letthem #dogs #dogsoftiktok #numberone #priority #dogsvideo #doglove #dogtips #dogadvice #important #message
The best way to get your dog to walk nicely on the lead...
✨️ TEACH them where you WANT them to be instead of punishing them for pulling ✨️
⚡️ Reward. Reward. Reward. You will go through lots of sweets but it'll be so worth it in the end ⚡️
💛 Talk to them. The more verbal communication you give them, the better. Let them know when you're changing direction or stopping instead of using the lead to yank them 💛
💫 Let them SNIFF! This is their walk, not yours. Let them sniff whatever they want for however long they want. This will tire them out way more than getting the miles in ever could 💫
🌟 Let them be a dog! Outwith their lead walks, it's important they get to run, play and be off lead where it's safe to allow them to practice normal, dog behaviours. If they don't have that outlet, you'll struggle to get them to walk nicely next to you 🌟
Amie 🐾
