Lothlorien Dog Services

28/02/2025

One space remaining!!!!

Come and join us on Sunday the 2nd of March for some Scentwork fun 😊🐾

🌟 Why Scentwork?

Engage Their Mind: Scentwork provides your dog with mental stimulation, helping to keep them sharp and focused.

Boost Confidence: Perfect for shy or anxious dogs, sniffing success builds self-esteem and independence.

Strengthen Your Bond: Working together on scentwork deepens the connection between you and your dog.

Burn Off Energy: It’s a great way to tire out even the most energetic dogs without requiring too much physical space.

Natural Behaviour: Tapping into your dog’s instinct to sniff and search makes training enjoyable and natural.

🌟 What You’ll Learn:

Introduction to scent detection

Basic scent recognition and indication

How to create fun scent games at home

Practical tips for enhancing your dog’s nose work skills

Date: 2nd of March, 1-5 PM
Place: Lothlorien Dog Services Lothlorien Dog Training Club, EH49 6EP
Price: £75
Book: www.poochnfriends.com 🐾

27/02/2025

The very beautiful boy that is Chester.

He has come on miles. Really settling.
One hurdle is his love for other dogs.

He is the “my dog is friendly” Labrador.

Obviously running at dogs from distance at warp speed is socially unacceptable, and yes we all know that some dogs really find this hard.

The other side of the coin, meeting dogs is as important as the air that Chester breathes to him. Keeping him on leash and denying this need is not what his owner wants.

His recall is incredible until there’s a whiff of a dog.

So bring in good old premack.
Recruiting Venice to help him understand that it’s more than ok to interact and play, but with order.
In doing this I’ve also discovered that Chester is a social learner and very much copies & mimics other dogs. So he’s completely taking social cues from Venice, who is fantastic in social settings.

He may make a little slip up, but to get to excellent you need to journey through good.

So often social media is awash with negativity about dogs who just bomb up to other dogs. And I completely agree and understand. But next time you are in a situation with a dog like Chester. Please try and keep your cool, if you can. We can all help one another make a better world for all dogs!

Today he was a good boy….it won’t be long until he is an excellent boy

C💚

27/02/2025

Today was a dog on a log kind of day.

Ollie & Baxter 💚

26/02/2025

Baxter in the final stages of his walk & train.

Recall ☑️
Focus ☑️

Now just looping back on his leash skills.
He can be quite barky at other dogs, but only on leash.
Instead of focusing on the symptom I’m going straight to source. If the leash is creating a response I need to change his vibe when on leash.

Today we worked on some heeling, he loved it!

Really chuffed with this guy. He’s been an incredible training buddy.

C💚

24/02/2025

Love this guy!
Flek.

I’ve done a few sessions with him now, and he’s smashing it!

Today we spangled like a spaniel getting a grip on harnessing his little hunter instinct and getting it to work with a recall, not against it!

C 💚

24/02/2025

Walk & train Odin

His loose leash is well on the way to being great for his age. Recall is coming on swimmingly.

Today we worked in a busier place, getting him more engaged through distractions.

Thank you to all the people who commented on how cute he is but were very understanding when I requested they didn’t distract him.
This stops any expectation from Odin of approaching people he doesn’t know and are none of his business. Yup, we all like a cute pup, but they aren’t for everyone’s enjoyment.

We also done some trainspotting. Not in the Irvine Welsh sense!!! He’s too young for that.

C💚

23/02/2025

As part of our husbandry month at club, we are doing those tootsies. Not just trimming nails but keeping those paws soft with paw balm. Doing this helps the dog get comfortable with paws being handed, plus a huge oxytocin release for both human and dog. We just need candles and whale sounds 🤣

22/02/2025

Come and join us on Sunday the 2nd of March for some Scentwork fun 😊🐾

🌟 Why Scentwork?

Engage Their Mind: Scentwork provides your dog with mental stimulation, helping to keep them sharp and focused.

Boost Confidence: Perfect for shy or anxious dogs, sniffing success builds self-esteem and independence.

Strengthen Your Bond: Working together on scentwork deepens the connection between you and your dog.

Burn Off Energy: It’s a great way to tire out even the most energetic dogs without requiring too much physical space.

Natural Behaviour: Tapping into your dog’s instinct to sniff and search makes training enjoyable and natural.

🌟 What You’ll Learn:

Introduction to scent detection

Basic scent recognition and indication

How to create fun scent games at home

Practical tips for enhancing your dog’s nose work skills

Date: 2nd of March, 1-5 PM
Place: Lothlorien Dog Services Lothlorien Dog Training Club, EH49 6EP
Price: £75
Book: www.poochnfriends.com 🐾

22/02/2025

It’s been hard keeping this quiet. The new recruits for the Scotland Rugby team! Scotland Rugby Team

19/02/2025

Puppy class

Registration for March classes now open! This is a Tuesday or Thursday evening class.

Only 4 puppies per class which allows a maximum learning experience. Alongside experienced and accredited trainers.

Held in our training centre in Linlithgow, a safe & clean environment for learning.

You will learn
*Motivational based techniques to shape your puppy into a superb learner.
*Basic training centred to your puppies development stage.
*Skills that will lay a solid foundation for any further training.

You will also get access to our puppy portal. An online platform which goes with the class curriculum for an optimum experience. You have access to all the materials for 12 months.

The course is in person and is 6 weeks long.
We have various evening classes available.
The cost of the course is £150.

We believe you & your puppy deserve the best!

To register please email [email protected]

19/02/2025

📢📢Workshop📢📢
🎯Targeting for all occasions🎯

April workshop!

Targeting is a super skill to have in your arsenal.
In this workshop we will look at

* Nose targeting - the little jewel in the crown!
* Chin targeting- the best for husbandry work
* Mat work - settle whilst you work
* Stationing - a great way to combat problem behaviour
* Paw targets- for fitness & position
* External - get your geek on

📅This workshop is on Sunday 27th April 2025.
⏰12:30pm until 4pm.
💷The cost is £75 per attendee.

We believe you & your dog deserve the best!

📧To register please email [email protected]

18/02/2025

Eyes,ears, toes & nose!!!!
Dog club practicing care giving tasks

17/02/2025

Odin coming on so well in his walk & train.
Got him much steadier walking and amongst distractions.
Now looking at recall.
Building a recall is like peeling an onion. You can’t just do one thing and expect a response, this may work but it’s generally temporary.

The dog has to want to come back!
Using play, premack, food and delivery of the reinforcement is the order.
This is ongoing. You also need to control the environment without micromanaging the dog!

Awesome wee dog.

If you have a dog that’s just entering that juvenile stage and you are looking for the essentials but just find the whole thing overwhelming, let me take the load and book walk & train!

C💚

17/02/2025

Fresh out the wrapper and smelling delicious.

New puppy class recruits.

Week 1 learning all about how to engage and happily learn in the new world.
Introducing targeting & mat work.

A class of girls, a class of their own.

C💚

17/02/2025

**Empower Your dog with Cooperative Care workshop!** 🐾

Is your dog anxious about visits to the vet or grooming sessions? Help them feel confident and relaxed with our **Cooperative Care for Dogs Course**!

🌟 **Course Highlights:**
- **Husbandry Techniques:** Learn effective methods to acclimatise your dog to essential care practices using gentle, positive reinforcement.
- **Desensitisation Training:** Help your pet get comfortable with grooming and veterinary equipment, from nail clippers to ear and eye drops.
- **Behavioural Insights:** Understand your dog’s body language and behaviours to foster a stress-free handling experience.
- **Owner & Groomer/Vet Collaboration:** Build a strong partnership with groomers and vets to ensure your dog receives the best care with minimal stress!

🐶 **Why Choose Us?**
- **Expert Instructors:** Our experienced trainers specialise in cooperative care and behaviour modification techniques.
- **Interactive Learning:** Participate in hands-on sessions to practise techniques!
- **Supportive Environment:** Connect with fellow dog owners and share experiences in a welcoming atmosphere.

📅 1st June 2025 - 11am - 4pm
🏠 Lothlorien DTC, Linlithgow
💷 £100
📧 [email protected]

**Transform Vet Visits and Grooming into a Positive Experience!** Together, let’s set the stage for a happier, healthier dog!

16/02/2025

What a brilliant fun session this was.

The photos are incredible!

Wandering Dog Photography

16/02/2025

What a wonderful day doing cooperative care with these dogs & people.

We covered everything from caregiving tasks to vet visits.

Fail to prepare then prepare to fail.

Our next one is in June 🥳