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31/03/2025

🐾 Is your pup just not that into toys? No worries! Discover how to spark great toy play using food rewards, even for those dogs who seem less motivated by toys. Learn how a few tasty treats can transform playtime into an exciting, rewarding session that brings out your dog's playful side. Dive into our guide and watch your furry friend light up with joy!

28/03/2025

Just came across this, the thumbnail for Obedience Day 4 LIVE Dog Obedience Championship Crufts 2025. Always my Crufts Champ, Ice gone but never forgotten.

25/03/2025

🐾 Fort K9 Training Walks & In-Home Puppy Training – From Egremont to Broughton & Everywhere in Between! 🐾

Need help with your dog’s manners or want to give your puppy the best start? Fort K9 offers structured training walks and puppy training home visits across Egremont, Broughton, and surrounding areas—all led by an ex-military dog trainer with expertise in pet, sport, and working dogs.

🐕 Training Walks – More Than Just Exercise!

A walk with Fort K9 isn’t just about movement—it’s a focused training session that reinforces obedience, leash manners, confidence, and social skills. Perfect for the more challenging dog needing extra guidance or structured outings!

✅ Loose leasd walking & heeling
✅ Confidence-building in new environments
✅ Socialisation & impulse control
✅ Recall & obedience practice

🐶 Puppy Training Home Visits – Start Off Right!

Want a well-behaved, confident puppy? Our one-on-one home visits provide tailored training in a familiar setting, helping with:

✅ House training & crate training
✅ Basic obedience (sit, stay, recall & more)
✅ Socialization & confidence-building
✅ Problem-solving for common puppy issues

Give your dog or puppy the right foundation with expert guidance and real-world training. Full feedback on their progression and coaching on how you can implement their new training given.

📍 Serving Egremont, Broughton & all areas in between
📩 Contact Fort K9 to book today!

25/03/2025

🐾 Fort K9 Puppy Training – 6-Week Group Classes in Ponsonby, Cumbria! 🐾

Give your puppy the best start with Fort K9’s expert-led 6-week group training classes! Held weekly in Ponsonby, Cumbria, with both daytime and evening options, these sessions are designed to build confidence and essential skills.

✅ Socialisation with people & other puppies
✅ Basic obedience: sit, stay, recall, lead manners & more
✅ Confidence-building & problem-solving
✅ Fun, reward-based training for a well-mannered pup

Run by an ex-military dog trainer with extensive experience in pet, sport, and working dogs, Fort K9 delivers structured, effective training to help your puppy grow into a confident and obedient companion.

📍 Ponsonby, Cumbria
📅 6-week courses – Weekly day & evening sessions
📩 Book your spot today!

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25/03/2025

Your dog gets absolutely nothing out of being competitive for you. Not a darn thing. Of course dogs are bred for specific jobs, or they’re bred to be athletic to a certain degree.

They have no idea how much money is added to the pot. They have no idea that this is a qualifier. They have no idea that this is the World.

And DESPITE us... DESPITE our nerves, our flaws, our incorrect cues, our huge emotions, they get the job done to their very best ability. Even when we fail them by letting our emotions get in the way, they come back and they try again. For US. Let that sink in. If only we could all be so understanding.

To think of an animal that is forgiving and flexible enough to put up with the repetition of practice, the intense nerves of the handler, the stress of hauling and they will still meet you at the end of their lead ready to go is MIND BLOWING.
If you haven’t done so lately. Thank your dog

If you’re successful, thank the dogs that put you there and made you. Thank the dogs that gave everything they had for you simply because you ASKED them to.

If you’re still on the journey to success, thank the dogs that made you fall in love with your sport and who have helped give you the confidence to want to learn more and be better.

We can never stop learning as dog men and dog women, and by continuing our education. Every dog in our future will be better off.

Next time you head to the club, leave your ego at the door and thank your dog!"

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23/03/2025

Happy National Puppy Day from the Fort K9 clan

11/03/2025

The Fort K9 team

08/03/2025

15-week-old Beck is already showing incredible focus!

This was only her third session learning the 4-foot target, and she held it beautifully even in a high-distraction environment with people, dogs, and noise all around. Staying composed under pressure is a huge skill for a future working and trial sheepdog, and I couldn’t be happier with her progress!

Watch Beck hold her position like a pro. She’s only just getting started!

👉 Head over to Fort K9 Training on Patreon to learn how to build a better relationship with your dog!

07/03/2025

Discover our newest blog post on Fort K9 Patreon for fresh insights and expert tips on training your dog!

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25/02/2025

8 month old Faith has hot the hang of outruns this week

12/02/2025

🎉 11-week-old Beck has smashed her crate games! 🐾

She now thinks her crate is a fun and safe place to be exactly what we want! ✅ If you're struggling to get your dog comfortable in a crate, whether for downtime, travel, or everyday tasks, we've got you covered.

Join Fort K9 Patreon for expert guidance, step-by-step training, and support to help your pup love their crate too! 🏆🐶

11/02/2025

Your Dog Reads You Better Than You Read Them!

Ever feel like your dog knows exactly what you’re thinking before you say a word? It’s not just your imagination! Dogs have evolved over thousands of years to be experts at reading human emotions, body language, and even subtle changes in our scent.

🔹 Body Language: A shift in posture or a deep breath can tell your dog a lot about what’s coming next.

🔹 Facial Expressions: Dogs can recognise happiness, sadness, and anger just by looking at us.

🔹 Tone of Voice: Your dog listens to how you say something more than what you say.

🔹 Scent Detection: Stress, excitement, and relaxation all release different hormones and your dog can smell the change!

The real question is are you reading your dog as well as they read you? Many common signs of stress, excitement, or discomfort go unnoticed by owners. Learning to understand your dog’s communication can strengthen your bond and improve training success.

Want to dive deeper into how to communicate better with your dog? Join us at Fort K9 Training Patreon and let’s help you and your pup understand each other better!

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📢 Share this with fellow dog lovers and comment below—how does your dog show they understand you?

11/02/2025

At Fort K9, every dog's journey is a story of growth, passion, and excitement—and our 7-month-old Faith is no exception! This vibrant pup has quickly become one of my favourite success stories, impressing me with her personality and work ethic even in a brand-new environment.

Faith’s training sessions are nothing short of inspiring. At just seven months, she exhibits a unique blend of puppy power and an unwavering focus that truly sets her apart. Whether she’s mastering agility drills or learning new commands, her energy and enthusiasm are infectious. Watching her tackle each challenge with a smile (or the canine equivalent) reminds us why we believe training should always be fun and engaging.

Adjusting to a new environment can be daunting for any dog, but Faith’s adaptability has been remarkable. Her willingness to explore, learn, and work hard. Even when faced with unfamiliar surroundings, demonstrates that a positive mindset and a supportive training approach can make all the difference. Her progress is a testament to the fact that every challenge is an opportunity to grow.

Training That Feels Like Play

At Fort K9, we make training fun for every dog because we know that learning should be exciting. With Faith, every session is a mix of agility, discipline, and, most importantly, play. Our training philosophy centres around the idea that when dogs are having fun, they learn better and develop a stronger bond with their handlers. Faith’s impressive work ethic and joyful spirit perfectly embody this approach.

Why We Celebrate Faith’s Journey

Faith’s focus and commitment in every session remind us that persistence pays off.

Her smooth transition into a new environment is proof that a positive training atmosphere can overcome any challenge.

Faith’s playful nature is a shining example of how training can be both effective and fun.

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Faith’s progress is not only a reason for celebration but also an inspiration for all dog owners and trainers. Every milestone she reaches reinforces our belief that with patience, consistency, and a little bit of fun, every dog can unlock their full potential.

If you’re passionate about dog training and love to witness these heart warming journeys, consider joining our Patreon community. Your support helps us continue to share success stories like Faith’s and develop innovative training techniques that empower both dogs and their owners.

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