Dovecote Dogs

24/11/2025

Use code - BLACKFRIDAY

To get your first month for just £10!!!

Thats access to everything our academy has to offer!

✅️ Over 200 on demand video tutorials

✅️ A private community page

✅️ Weekly live sessions

✅️ No contracts

✅️ Available worldwide

Dont miss out! This offer ends Devember 1st

Head to www.dovecotedogs.com or follow the link ib our bio

23/11/2025

Can you spoil a dog and yet also have them well trained?
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22/11/2025

Most recall problems start long before you ever unclip the lead…
Because if your dog isn’t engaged with you, they won’t come back when it matters.

That’s why inside our Academy we teach:
• How to build real engagement so your dog actually wants to work with you
• Step-by-step recall training from foundation to off-lead reliability
• Games and routines that make you more rewarding than the environment

If you want a dog who chooses you over distractions, the Academy has everything you need — all in one place.

Join via the link in our bio.

21/11/2025

Does your dog lose their mind when guests come over?
Here are 5 quick-fire steps to make visits calmer and easier for everyone 👇🐶✨

1️⃣ Fulfil their daily needs – exercise, enrichment, routine
2️⃣ Calm the entrance – have guests ignore your dog or pop them on a lead
3️⃣ Train clear behaviours – “bed,” “quiet,” or another simple job
4️⃣ One handler only – too many voices = confusion
5️⃣ Use timeouts when needed – they keep you calm and help your dog reset

Want step-by-step guidance on this and all behaviour struggles?
Join our Online Academy with 200+ tutorials, community support & weekly Q&As.

🎟️ Use code FIFTY for 50% off your first month! OFFER ENDS SUNDAY 23RD AT MIDNIGHT!
FOLLOW THE LINK IN OUR BIO

19/11/2025

18/11/2025

The worst part about letting your dog sit in the window?
…thinking it’s adorable until you turn around and see the nose art gallery they’ve left behind.

But honestly? A calm dog who can relax and watch the world go by is worth every single smudge.

If you want your dog to be chilled enough to enjoy the window without the chaos, you’ll find everything you need inside our Online Academy — from calmness training to confidence-building and more.

Use code FIFTY for 50% off your first month.
Follow the link in our bio

16/11/2025

Does your dog struggle to settle unless you’re right there with them?

The truth is… most dogs don’t need “more company” — they need more practice being calm without constant access to you.

Independence isn’t built by leaving them alone straight away.
It starts with something much simpler:

Being in the same house as you… but not with you.

Short sessions behind a baby gate, in a pen, or just in another room with something to do.
You’re nearby, they’re safe, and you’re teaching the exact skill they’re missing —
how to relax without leaning on you for constant reassurance.

Master this step and everything else becomes easier:
settling, separation, visitors, crate training… all of it.

If you want the full, step-by-step plan to build true independence, our Separation Training Course inside the Academy walks you through exactly what to do.
Join via the link in our bio and use code FIFTY to get your first month half price!

14/11/2025

✨ Struggling with barking, reactivity, whining, or a dog who just can’t settle?
You might not need more training… your dog might just need a better routine.

Here’s the truth:
Most behaviour problems come from uncertainty, boredom, and lack of structure — not “stubbornness”.
When your dog can predict their day, understand what’s coming next, and get their needs met in the right way…
👉 Their behaviour transforms.
👉 They relax.
👉 And training finally starts to stick.

In our house?
We focus on calm structure, simple daily habits, and confidence-building games.
And the difference? Night and day. 🌙✨

If you want to start creating calmer, happier, easier days with your dog…
🎥 Watch our FREE step-by-step video on how to sturcture your dogs day — it’s linked in our bio.

Go unlock the routine that changes everything. 💛🐾

12/11/2025

“Find it!” — one of the simplest games that can completely change your dog’s day 🐾

Not only is this game fun and mentally stimulating, it also helps:
🔹 Build focus and engagement with you
🔹 Encourage calm sniffing and problem solving
🔹 Boost confidence (especially for anxious or reactive dogs)
🔹 Reduce unwanted behaviours caused by boredom or frustration

The best part? You can do it anywhere — at home, in the garden, or on walks.

Sometimes the easiest training games are the ones that make the biggest difference 💡

🎯 Want more simple, effective enrichment ideas like this?
You’ll find full guides and video demos inside our Online Academy — including Find It, Scent Games, and even a full Scent Detection Course.

👉 Tap the link in bio to join today and start bringing calm and focus to your dog’s routine.

11/11/2025

🚗 Is your dog this happy in the car?

With Christmas just around the corner, many of us will be travelling to visit family and friends — but for some dogs, car journeys can be stressful, not joyful.

Here are 3 simple steps to help your dog feel calmer and happier in the car:

1️⃣ Start small — begin with short, positive trips rather than long drives.
2️⃣ Create comfort — make sure they have a secure, familiar spot like a car seat or crate, and bring a favourite blanket.
3️⃣ Build positive associations — pair car time with calm, enjoyable experiences rather than only long or stressful trips.

It’s not about forcing confidence — it’s about helping your dog feel safe and relaxed through structure and trust.

🎓 Want to learn exactly how to do this? Check out our Car Travel Course inside the Online Academy, where we guide you step by step to make every journey a calm one.

✨ Use code FIFTY for 50% off your first month — but be quick, this offer ends soon!
(Link in bio)

09/11/2025

Every dog loves to sniff — but have you ever stopped to think about why? 👃🐾

Sniffing isn’t just a fun hobby for your dog — it’s essential. It’s how they make sense of the world. Every blade of grass, every lamppost, every breeze carries a story written in scent. When we allow our dogs to use their nose freely, we’re doing far more than just letting them “potter about” — we’re giving them one of the most powerful outlets for their natural instincts and emotions.

Here’s why sniffing is so important ⬇️

🧠 Mental stimulation: Just a few minutes of sniffing can be as mentally tiring as a walk. It engages their brain, encouraging problem-solving and focus.

💆‍♂️ Stress relief: Sniffing naturally lowers a dog’s heart rate and helps them self-soothe. You might notice your dog shaking off or sighing after a good sniff — that’s their body releasing tension.

💪 Confidence building: For anxious or nervous dogs, scent work is an amazing way to help them feel more grounded. It gives them something they can control in environments that might otherwise feel overwhelming.

🐾 Improved focus and engagement: Dogs that are allowed to use their nose regularly are often calmer, more responsive, and more in tune with their owners. It’s one of the best foundations for focus-based training.

So next time you’re tempted to rush your dog along on a walk, remember — every sniff is a workout for their mind and a chance to build emotional balance. Slow down, let them explore, and you’ll likely find you get a calmer, happier, more connected dog in return.

If you want to harness the power of your dog’s nose, we’ve got you covered 👇
Our Scent Detection Course and Scent Games are both included inside our Online Academy, where you’ll learn how to build fun, purposeful sniffing sessions that boost your dog’s focus, confidence, and calmness.

🎓 Join the Academy today and get 50% off your first month with code FIFTY — link in bio!

07/11/2025

One of the best ways to build calm, confident behaviour on walks 👣🐾

If your dog struggles to focus or reacts when they see other dogs, following a calm dog at a safe distance can be a game changer.

It allows your dog to:
✅ Observe without pressure
✅ Learn calm body language
✅ Build confidence and focus in real-world situations

Start far enough away that your dog can stay relaxed and engaged with you, then gradually close the distance as they become more comfortable.

If you want to learn how to start training this — whether on or off lead — we’ve got you covered inside our Online Academy.

🎯 Check out our Loose Leash Walking and Off-Lead Freedom courses to help you create calm, connected walks you can actually enjoy.
👉 Tap the link in our bio to get started.