Lifeline K9's Dog Training

Lifeline K9's Dog Training Cornwall based dog trainer. My special interest is assistance dogs.

Show me your snout Saturday
15/02/2025

Show me your snout Saturday

Dog training is an ever evolving field. As a positive reinforcement trainer, I owe it to the dogs and humans I help to s...
14/02/2025

Dog training is an ever evolving field. As a positive reinforcement trainer, I owe it to the dogs and humans I help to stay informed and adaptable. Science based methods continue to advance, new research on canine behaviour emerges, and our understanding of how dogs learn deepens.

The more I grow, the better I can advocate for humane, effective, and ethical training methods that improve the lives of both dogs and humans.

My latest continued eduction was an assistance dog specialist course. I got a lot from this one. I will never stop learning and growing.

Not all dog trainers are created equal, and when it comes to your dog’s wellbeing, choosing the right one matters. A goo...
11/02/2025

Not all dog trainers are created equal, and when it comes to your dog’s wellbeing, choosing the right one matters. A good trainer doesn’t just teach obedience, they help build a strong, trusting relationship between you and your dog using kind, science-based methods.

Look for a trainer who:
✔ Uses positive reinforcement, never fear or force
✔ Has professional accreditation (like IMDT) and ongoing education
✔ Understands canine body language and behaviour
✔ Supports both you and your dog with patience and respect

Avoid trainers who rely on punishment, outdated dominance theories, or quick-fix promises. Training should be enjoyable and empowering for both you and your dog!

Your dog deserves a trainer who prioritises welfare, not just results. Choose wisely, and you’ll see the difference in a happy, confident dog.

Need help finding the right trainer? Let’s chat!

Parkouring for the perfect picture
09/02/2025

Parkouring for the perfect picture

Dog owners who have more than 1 dog, let’s see the difference between your dogs!•Most laid back? Arnold •Most likely to ...
31/01/2025

Dog owners who have more than 1 dog, let’s see the difference between your dogs!

•Most laid back? Arnold
•Most likely to share? Ivy
•Pickiest eater? Ivy
•Who sleeps the longest? Ivy
•Sneakiest? Ivy
•Who is the best snuggler? Arnold
•Who is the loudest? Arnold he snores like a train
•Who is the shyest? Neither
•Who would secretly prefer to be an only child? Ivy
•Most outgoing? Ivy
•Most happy go lucky? Arnold
•Who has the most attitude? Ivy
•Most dramatic? Arnold
•Most athletic? Ivy
•Least athletic? Arnold
•Most likely to start s**t? Arnold
•Most likely to end it? Neither
•Who is most likely to take care of me? Ivy
•Who is likely to cause me to lose my mind? They both have their moments

I’m aiming to be like Emily 😂😂
31/01/2025

I’m aiming to be like Emily 😂😂

Pretty posing at Charwell Dog Adventures and Wacky Woofers Dog ShopOne of the best dog venues we know
24/01/2025

Pretty posing at Charwell Dog Adventures and Wacky Woofers Dog Shop

One of the best dog venues we know

After a very up and down, backwards and forwards year, Ivy is super happy to go back to her usual work. I never thought ...
22/01/2025

After a very up and down, backwards and forwards year, Ivy is super happy to go back to her usual work. I never thought this day would come and she was destined to never work again but she’s shown just how ready she is

Happy new year all 😂
31/12/2024

Happy new year all 😂

Arnold is shocked to discover it’s only 4 more sleeps until Santa paws
21/12/2024

Arnold is shocked to discover it’s only 4 more sleeps until Santa paws

Little Dave busy showing us that he can settle on any bed. I’m pleased to say he took this bed home
19/12/2024

Little Dave busy showing us that he can settle on any bed. I’m pleased to say he took this bed home

Little Lyra had a wonderful session last week. She has started to earn to settle in busier environments and we looked at...
18/12/2024

Little Lyra had a wonderful session last week. She has started to earn to settle in busier environments and we looked at her loose lead walking. I’m please to say her progress in just a week is astounding

Great session with the pretty poppy today. She has some great skills which are all down to her handlers hard work. We’ll...
18/12/2024

Great session with the pretty poppy today. She has some great skills which are all down to her handlers hard work. We’ll be spending time working on her public access skills until she’s ready to remove the in training badges. They have made great progress in just a few weeks and I cannot wait to see what they achieve together!

Training an assistance dog for public access is one of the hardest parts. It requires teaching the dog to stay calm and focused in busy environments, ignoring distractions like food, noises, and people.

My happy place (anywhere that involves a dog)
16/12/2024

My happy place (anywhere that involves a dog)

Mum look I found Santa. I’m doing my best at being the goodest boy, have I made it on the nice list?
15/12/2024

Mum look I found Santa. I’m doing my best at being the goodest boy, have I made it on the nice list?

Loved spending some time with this little one today. Learning to settle in busy environments and working on the all impo...
12/12/2024

Loved spending some time with this little one today. Learning to settle in busy environments and working on the all important loose lead walking

🎄 Christmas Break Update 🎄As the festive season approaches, I’m officially wrapping up work for Christmas! 🐾 It’s been a...
09/12/2024

🎄 Christmas Break Update 🎄

As the festive season approaches, I’m officially wrapping up work for Christmas! 🐾 It’s been a fantastic year helping so many of you and your dogs, and I’m truly grateful for your support.

Over the holidays, I’ll be focusing on what matters most, spending quality time with my family, enjoying long winter walks, and making special memories with my dogs and children. It’s the perfect time to unwind and do the things we all love.

Please note that any new enquiries will be replied to in the New Year. Thank you for your understanding and patience. Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas filled with joy, love, and wagging tails!

See you in 2025! 🎅🐶✨

Playing wild parkour to help Arnold with the many distractions he saw today
16/11/2024

Playing wild parkour to help Arnold with the many distractions he saw today

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We’re officially on our first holiday this year. All enquiries will be responded to when we’re back on Tuesday

Throw back Thursday! Here’s Ivy learning how to help with the washing. It’s her favourite time of day #positivereinforcement #forcefreetraining #imdttrainer #dogtraining #assistancedogtraining #dogtrainerlife #rewardbasedtraining #kindtraining #dogbehavior #traindontcomplain #doglovers #puppytraining #gooddog #workingdogs #assistancedogsrock #fearfreetraining #dogobedience #happydogs #empowereddogs

Pattern games are a great way to help dogs regulate their arousal and build impulse control. By repeating simple, predictable movements dogs learn to focus, stay calm, and make better choices in exciting or stressful situations. These games create structure and predictability, which can be especially helpful for reactive, excitable or adolescent dogs. Plus, they’re fun and rewarding! Have you tried pattern games with your dog? Let me know how they helped! #patterngames #positivereinforcement #forcefreetraining #imdttrainer #dogtraining #assistancedogtraining #dogtrainerlife #rewardbasedtraining #kindtraining #dogbehavior #traindontcomplain #doglovers #puppytraining #gooddog #workingdogs #assistancedogsrock #fearfreetraining #dogobedience #happydogs #empowereddogs #ethicaldogtraining #powerofthepattern

He’s not just a pretty face. He had just enough brain power to practice he default behaviours and walk past some Guinea pigs relatively calmly #positivereinforcement #forcefreetraining #imdttrainer #dogtraining #assistancedogtraining #dogtrainerlife #rewardbasedtraining #kindtraining #dogbehavior #traindontcomplain #doglovers #puppytraining #gooddog #workingdogs #assistancedogsrock #fearfreetraining #happydogs #empowereddogs #ethicaldogtraining

Wholesome moments like this fill my heart with happiness

Recalling one dog from play ✅ Recalling the other ❌

More proofing behaviours for Arnold

Proofing emergency stops. Dogs don’t generalise training because they perceive the world differently than humans. A behaviour learned in one context, like sitting in the living room, may not automatically transfer to another, like sitting at the park. This is because dogs rely heavily on environmental cues, and a change in location, distractions, or even your posture can make the cue seem new to them. Practicing behaviours in various settings with different levels of distractions helps ensure your dog understands and responds reliably, no matter the circumstances. Training is only complete when it’s consistent everywhere! #dogtrainer #positivereinforcementdogtraining #imdtdogtrainer

Arnold update #positivereinforcementdogtraining #imdtdogtrainer #assistancedogtrainer #labadorretriever

Just a few weeks into working on Poppy’s settle and she not only managed 5 minutes in Costa but she also fell asleep. So super proud of Poppy and her human #assistancedogintraining #imdtdogtrainer #positivereinforcementdogtraining #lifelinek9s @pops_the_red_lab

Merry Christmas to all the doggos out there. The lifeline K9 dogs will be taking a well deserved break from training and are waiting to see what Santa paws brings

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