Dog Trainers Kent

27/11/2024

A dog and a room with 75 people…..what could go wrong?! 🫣

You might think that taking your dog into a pub, coffee shop or restaurant is daunting enough but how about a breakfast networking event? 😱

But not any old event….an event where all eyes are on you….because the question on everyone’s lips is “but is he any good”?

The gauntlet was put down when someone asked “who’s your plus one”? I love a challenge so I took the bull by the horns….or should I say, the dog by the lead.

It might seem straight forward enough but there are a number of considerations to consider:

1. Eye contact: Will make some dogs nervous
2. Personal space: Super important to dogs
3. Would the guests want to offer treats?
4. Would the guests want to pet the dog?
5. Would the guests have the scent of their own dogs on their clothes?
6. Would the dog be quiet during the sponsor’s presentation? MADE BY BISON
7. Would the dog become exited when food is being served?
8. Would the dog p*e on the floor or against a chair…..or someone’s foot?!
9. Would the dog nip someone?
10. Would the dog engage with me?

This little fella was amazing and I thoroughly enjoyed the BITA Kent chapter event. Thank you to all the guests (too many to name), the wonderful venue and the amazing staff

Top tip: A place mat can help your dog identify the area that you want them to stay/relax (photo)

www.dogtraininginkent.com
Where a balanced dog is a happy dog

26/11/2024

Another jumper 🫣 or a well behaved dog? 🐶

Why not give them a present that they really want? 🎁

Why not give them a present that will really help them?……and the dog!

Christmas vouchers are now available in £25, £50 or £100.

Show them you care by giving them something that they will really appreciate. ❤️

Vouchers can be used for on-line consultations, home consultations or 1:1 training sessions 😊🐾

www.dogtraininginkent.com
Where a balanced dog is a happy dog.

17/11/2024

Just some of the beautiful dogs that attended session #2. We focused on:

*Equipment and how they can affect our dogs behaviour
*3 methods of communication
*Sweet shops and magnets
*Figure 8

Understanding these elements means no more:

Pulling, lunging, barking and more.

6 session of fun, informative, tail wagging enjoyment. While raising money for Heart of Kent Hospice

Want to know more, or get booked in for January 2025 then please visit https://www.dogtraininginkent.com/contact/

12/10/2024

We all enjoy rewards, right?!

What was your reward this week? Was it self rewarding?

I was speaking with a company recently and we were discussing employees; the balancing act of the more you know about them, the more you can support them; personal information.

You see, as an employer, the more you know about your staff then the more you can ensure they are in a good place to perform the tasks at hand. You can support them, because you genuinely care about them and their situation at home. And why, would you benefit from knowing this? Because they are your biggest asset…or potentially your biggest liability?!

Some employees might have the responsibility for ensuring the new business keeps on coming in, your clients remain clients, while others might operate machinery.

And now employers have the new introduction of flexible working and so on.

Apparently, 1 in 3 homes now has a dog and I can tell you you from experience this is presently employees with huge extra stresses. But it need not be that way.

Your employees will not be functioning at their best if their dog is biting the children, biting them, excessive barking, chewing furniture or even taking a p*e on their beds.

So how do you get your employees to open up? Perhaps by adding me to one of your training days, for a fun, informative and lighthearted talk about all things dogs and how they might prepare and tackle their working day.

Have a great day and I hope something gets your tail wagging……enjoy the video - Justin 😊

05/10/2024

07/09/2024

Looking for something to do this afternoon?

Then bring your dog with you and pop down to Loose, King George recreation ground ME15 9RG for a fun packed event raising money for local community projects…

Hope to see you here - Justin 😊🐾

31/08/2024

Thank you once again for those that were able to join me this morning….it wouldn’t be an English summer without an egg and spoon challenge 🤣…..great fun and the dogs were amazing.

The dogs were also super happy with their doggie bag treats, thank you Darcey x

And a huge thank you too to everyone for supporting this fundraising event, £323 raised to date 👏👏👏

If you’re interested in joining in then please get in touch - Justin 😊🐾

www.dogtrainingkent.com
Where a balanced dog is a happy dog

19/08/2024

September means one thing: BACK TO SCHOOL.

No not the kids…..the DOG!

Starting 9am on Saturday September 7th, 6 sessions of how to communicate with your dog.

*Pulling on the lead
*Lunging
*Barking
*Reactive

And so much more!

www.dogtraininginkent.com
Where a balanced dog is a happy dog
Recommended by Vets

17/08/2024

Getting married?

An absolute pleasure to be part of an amazing event and team at Hempstead House Hotel & Spa . Be sure to explore this wonderful venue further and secure it for your special day. 💍

Highly recommend you take a look at the below link and I hope to see you there -

Justin at www.dogtraininginkent.com 😊🐾

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09/08/2024

Is it too HOT to walk my dog? 🐶🚶🏾‍♂️

This question might depend on where in the world you are: but in Blighty England, in the South East, things have warmed up, finally! 😎

Firstly, being outside is your dogs natural environment. ✅

Secondly, regardless of breed, they all have a necessity to burn off excess energy. If we fail to help them achieve this requirement, then we are likely to see negative attention seeking behaviour, destruction or aggression. 😔

A puzzle game, Kong or food wrapped up in a towel is no substitute for heading beyond out four walls. 🏃‍♂️

If it’s a sunny day then you may notice that your dog naturally gravitates towards shaded areas, so watch them, and learn.
Hot tarmac often gets a mention on socials as does artificial grass. With regard to tarmac, if there’s a grass verge then perhaps walk on that where possible. And as for artificial grass, speaking from experience, non problem, again, your dog will give you indications. If your dog lays down panting then clearly they need to cool off.

One thing we shouldn’t ignore is your dog’s health - overweight/old/injured?

So regardless of the weather, get up, get out, watch and learn. Take a bottle of water with you. As the saying goes, in order to learn to swim, we must get wet. Saying I think it’s just too hot might not be what your dog wants to hear. Nor what they need.

Our dogs didn’t choose us, we chose them. Let’s give them what they need it order to be balanced, happy and healthy. And in return….we’ll get bucket loads back ❤️

Keep safe everyone - Justin 😊🐾

www.dogtraininginkent.com
Where a balanced dog is a happy dog
Recommended by Vet’s

08/08/2024

Forget your Spanish, French or Italian…..it’s time to learn how to speak DOG!

Starting September 7th, 6 sessions of how to communicate with your dog.

*Pulling on the lead
*Lunging
*Barking
*Reactive

And so much more

To register your interest please email Justin at [email protected]

Only £20 per session. Supporting the Heart of Kent Hospic too. Come on, get involved and if you know anyone who you think would benefit then please share 🙏🏻

www.dogtraininginkent.com
Where a balanced dog is a happy dog
Recommended by Vets

20/07/2024

Why are the basics so important? 🤔

Because they could prevent you from being fined, going to jail or both! 😱

Scenario:

You’re at home with your dog, a neighbour walks pass your house while walking their dog. Happens all the time.

Your dog sees them, manages to run out of the house (you door was ajar while you were putting some rubbish out) and starts to circle them and a commotion ensues resulting in the neighbour failing over and injuring themselves.

You now find yourself being prosecuted under the Dangerous Dogs Act (a dog danergously out of control).

Sadly this isn’t a made up story, hard working professsionals can find themselves facing an unthinkable amount of stress and potentially life changing as a result of the above.

SIT, STAY, WAIT can be taught while the kettle is boiling. A target area such as a mat will provide your dog with clarity as to where you require them to sit, stay, wait. This mat isn’t your front door mat, but a special mat just for training.

Keep safe everyone - Justin 😊🐾

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08/07/2024

A huge thank you once again for those who attended and supported my dog behaviour sessions on Bearsted Green. 😊🐾

Over the past 6 weeks we have shared knowledge and experience regarding all things dog behaviour. Lunging, barking, pulling, alleyways and even how to enjoy drinks at the pub! Does it get any better than this? Well it does actually because Paul and his team at The Oak on the Green. Bearsted ensured that we were recharged with fresh drinks, brownies and some dog treats! 🙏🏻

A total of £323 has been raised so far but I’m not stopping there…..

NEW SESSIONS will commence on SATURDAY 7th SEPTEMBER.
For more information and to register your interest please email: [email protected] 👍🏻

Come on, get involved and it would be lovely to meet more of our fabulous Bearsted Dogs (any dogs come to that 🐶🐾🥰)

Justin

www.dogtraininginkent.com
Where a balanced dog is a happy dog.

08/06/2024

When a charity event makes you feel like you’ve a whole room of new friends - Hayley’s Hero’s 👏

A huge thank you to everyone at Prime Consultancy Group for organising such a successful event today at Weald of Kent Golf Course & Hotel .

A special thank you to Joseph Cutting ACA for the invitation for me to join team A4G Chartered Accountants, Emma Stafford for being a fantastic host and for sharing her story with us, and Paul Whitnell for his skills and humour in raising money during the auction. That said, Hannah Bowen smashed it off the tee in making sure our golf attire was all YMCA for the hole in one competition. 🙏🏻👏👏👏

When there is genuine friendship, supporting each other professionally comes naturally. So if you missed this one then I can highly recommend the next ⛳️👍🏻

27/05/2024

Is your dog still PULLING, LUNGING or BARKING at other dogs?! 😳

Only a few places left, starting in Mote Park, Maidstone next week: 😄🐾

Monday 3rd at 11am or Wednesday 5th at 1pm

6 weekly sessions to help you begin to understand and train your dog so you both can enjoy your walks together! Come on, get involved and get booked on. While helping to support a fantastic charity.

21/05/2024

Dog attacks child…..not if I can help it.

Today I went back to school and I wasn’t disappointed!

This morning I had the absolute pleasure as guest speaker at a local comprehensive school whereby I spoke with 170+ Year 8 children during their morning assembly. Offering them and regarding how they might stay safe when visiting friends (who have dogs) during the school holidays.

I was blown away too by just how many of them have dogs of their own!! 🐶

Such a positive morning and I very much look forward to returning to speak with other year groups. So a big thank you School of Science and Technology for engaging and making me feel so welcome 🙏🏻👏

If you or your school would like further information then please connect or DM.

Keep safe everyone 😊🐾



(Photo credit: BBC Grange Hill )

18/05/2024

The Oak on the Green. Bearsted 😊 🍻 🐾