P U P P Y C L A S S . . . 5 days to go until we offically start our first course of the year. It isnt too late to get involved! Just go to Potterspawshull.com/book-puppy-classes 💛 #puppyclass #hullbusiness #dogsofhull
N E W T R I C K S…
We’ll be focusing on helping pawrents build a strong relationship based on trust & clear communication.
With over 10 years of experience, we have had the opportunity to work with hundreds of dogs with wide variety of training and behavior issues, but starting your puppy on the right paw with us will help give you the opportunity to prevent future issues.
Professional advice that will carry on through your dogs life, we arent going anywhere & will always be here to offer support.
T R E A T S..
There are lots of different things that you can use instead of treats to train your dog!
While dog treats are an incredibly powerful reward that motivate most dogs most of the time, you shouldn’t have to rely on a piece of chicken in your pocket for your dog to listen to you.
Real-life rewards are non-food items or activities that your dog finds enjoyable and rewarding. What your dog finds rewarding might change depending on what’s going on at that moment.
Come to our classes to learn about real life rewards.
G U N N E R ;
- Our canine friends are undoubtedly one of the best things about life. They shower us with unconditional love and offer constant companionship. But it’s important to remember that just like us humans, they too require time & patience to learn new things. As much as we may wish for our dogs to become experts overnight, setting realistic expectations is key. Take the time to understand your pup’s learning curve & be patient as they grasp new commands and behaviors. Trust us, the final result of a well-trained pup is absolutely worth the time and effort invested.
Trusting the process of training;
When it comes to training your pup, building trust and a strong bond with them should be your first step.
It sets the foundation for effective training that will help ensure success in the long run.
Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out on your dog-training journey, developing a positive relationship with your canine companion is essential for crafting sustainable results that not only benefit their obedience but also aid in ensuring you both enjoy the experience.
We understand how easy it is for families to become distracted by the excitement of an impossibly cute pup and forget that bringing home a new puppy is a big responsibility and as much as a 15+ year commitment… By attending our classes, asking questions & planning ahead, caring guardians have a unique opportunity to give their young dog a wonderful start in life and set the groundwork for future success. — message us today for more information.
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Never just a dog…
Never JUST a dog walker.
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What to look out for when choosing a dog Walker.
This isn’t a post about qualifications or anything. There’s hundreds out there. Nor is it about number of dogs or even training methods. This is about the behaviour of the dogs and how the Walker manages them. Thankfully most dog walkers post on social media with videos etc of their walks so it’s easier than ever to pick the type that suits you and your dog.
Things to avoid and look out for:
🚫 non stop, raucous, out of control play.
🚫 dogs being allowed to bully each other.
🚫 excessive humping, charging, barking and pinning of other dogs.
🚫 the dog Walker being on their phone rather than paying attention to their dogs.
🚫 the dog Walker who claims they can fix your dogs issues with group walks alone.
🚫 too many dogs. This depends on where and how the walker exercises their dogs. Eight small dogs in a secure field is different to eight German Shepherds in public parks.
🚫 uncrated vans. Fights can break out when you stuff a number of dogs into a small space together and your Walker won’t be able to do much about it if they are on the M4!
What you do want:
✅ breaks between play for sniffing, rolling, exploring and chilling.
✅ grouping together of matching play styles.
✅ someone who watches their dogs carefully and interrupts if things are getting too much.
✅ someone experienced in body language that can recognise when the play is becoming less productive.
✅ suitably crates vans with separation for the dogs between walks.
✅ appropriate number of dogs for the locations walked in.
✅ someone who develops a relationship with your dog. If you see the Walker seems to have hundreds of dogs on rotation and always has new dogs, this should ring alarm bells.
✅ someone who if any behaviour issues arise on a walk, let’s you know and recommends an appropriate trainer.
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