PAWsitivity Rocks - Dog Training and Behaviour Transformation

24/12/2024

Wishing everyone a lovely and restful Christmas.

22/12/2024

Spaces still available for classes starting on 11th January. Get yourself ready for the new year!

🌟 Confidence & Socialisation 4-week workshop, 10am - 12pm

🌟Puppy fundamentals 4-week class, 12.30 - 1.45pm (progression classes available after completion of the fundamentals)

Check out the schedule and all available classes here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/upcoming-dog-training-workshops-3593719

Message me for any questions!

Have a Merry Christmas!

20/12/2024

🌟Success story🌟

I love to hear from my students and their progress, especially when it's such great news.

Clova joined my classes earlier in the year and her owners have done amazing work taking everything on board and continuing to progress her training.

Whats your success story?

15/12/2024

Prepping my dogs' dental supplement to keep their breath fresh and teeth shiny.

It's all natural and so good that I actually mix it into my own foods.

🌾Kelp: Contains natural enzymes that fight bacteria, reducing plaque and tartar buildup.

🥬Fennel: Freshens breath and can help with digestion, indirectly supporting oral health.

🌿 Parsley: Freshens breath and contains vitamins that promote gum health.

🌱Peppermint: Acts as a natural breath freshener and may help reduce plaque.

🍓 Fragaria (Strawberries): Contains vitamin C, which helps fight inflammation in the gums.

🌿 Dill: Freshens breath and may have antibacterial properties.

🌼 Chamomile: Contains antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation in the mouth.

The great thing is, you can get it all ready made from A-OK9!
https://a-ok9.com/?ref=PVfY6J0N-CZcUy

Use code PAWSITIVITYROCKS for 10% off.

14/12/2024

Learn more about Nico's story and how I set him up for success joining the pack 😊

🐾 Curious about what it really takes to bring out the best in a rescue dog? 🐶

In this week’s podcast, Lauren sits down with Pro Dog Trainer and passionate rescue dog advocate Katrin to talk all things rescue dogs - their quirks, challenges, and the lessons they teach us. 🐕

Katrin shares her experience with Nico, her newest rescue, and offers tips for anyone bringing a rescue dog into their home. From building trust to managing behaviours like resource guarding, this episode is packed with useful advice for creating a calm and happy life with your dog - particularly when you’re integrating a new dog into a home with other resident dogs. 🐕🐕🐕

Whether you’re a new rescue dog owner or simply love learning about dogs, this episode is a brilliant listen - and definitely one to share far and wide! 💛
https://www.buzzsprout.com/761645/episodes/14458125-rescue-dogs-building-trust-confidence-and-connection

Keen to keep up with Katrin’s recall training journey with Nico? She’ll be sharing her progress in our Games Club community. Not yet part of the Club? What are you waiting for?
absolutedogs.me/jointheclub

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13/12/2024

Get ready for 2025 with a new year, new start for you and your pup! 🌟🐾

Upcoming training workshops:

January - Confidence & Socialisation (any age)

January - Puppy Fundamentals

February - Reactivity (any age)

For the full list of available workshops, and to book your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/upcoming-dog-training-workshops-3593719

What you can expect:
🌟 Small groups
🌟 Reactive dogs welcome, we cater specifically for dogs that may struggle with other dogs, people, etc
🌟 Have lots of fun learning with your dog

When and where:
Classes are on a Saturday morning. Workshops are 2h, puppy classes 1h.
We train at Clatter of Paws in Arbroath

Any questions, just give me a message!

10/12/2024

📣Upcoming workshops in 2025📣

Planned in person workshops for the first half of 2025 are now available to book.

You can find all dates here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/upcoming-dog-training-workshops-3593719

Also keep you eyes peeled for some online learning opportunities!

09/12/2024

📣Special offer📣

As we are nearing the big C-word, I am having a special offer on my online courses with 55% off!

For my loose lead walking course, that means you will get it for £18, instead of £40! So for a week's worth of you daily coffee from the coffee shop, you can get immense value to transform for dog's leash walking skills.

What does this course provide?
This course will provide you with a framework of knowledge and games to
- understand why dogs pull on the lead
- create a dog that chooses us rather than the environment around us
- train your dog in a fun and positive way

You can't find this value of information just anywhere. It teaches you from your dog's point of view to grow a lasting and strong relationship through mutual understanding and games.

To make use of the offer and sign up, simply follow this link:
https://pawsitivityrocks.newzenler.com/courses/loose-lead-walking?coupon=RESCUED

Or use the coupon code RESCUED on any of my courses.

Learn why dogs pull on lead and strategies how you can achieve loose lead walking in this 4-week loose lead walking online course

08/12/2024

Rather than baking Christmas cookies, I make dog treats 🙃

Get the recipe for the Banana Bread Dog Treats here: https://pawsitivityrocks.newzenler.com/f/recipe-card

Honestly, they're delicious for both dogs and humans alike, having been derived from the recipe of my own banana bread 😁

The dogs loved it so much every time I made it, I adapted it to make dogs treats for them.

Full of nutritious goodness from bananas, blueberries and almonds, it's the perfect training treat as part of their daily food allowance.

Download the recipe now: https://pawsitivityrocks.newzenler.com/f/recipe-card

06/12/2024

So excited about this - thank you for nominating me and looking forward to the Awards Gala in Glasgow next year! ☺️

Finalist Announcement: The Local Pet Awards Scotland 2025: Dog Trainer / Obedience Class of the Year: PAWsitivity Rocks - Dog Training and Behaviour Transformation

Make your nominations now, full list of categories available at www.thelocalpetawards.com

06/12/2024

🐾 Puppy Fundamentals - Starting January 🐾

Give your puppy the best start to life with this fundamentals 4-week workshop.

When: Starts 11th January 12.30-13.45 pm over 4 weeks
Where: Clatter of Paws, Arbroath

We will be working on growing essential life skills by using games. You can expect to learn:

🌟 Basic husbandry and how to care for your puppy
🌟 Growing calmness
🌟 Building focus
🌟 Smart socialisation

Based on concept-based training, we will be using games to grow our dog's skills and drive behaviour transformation and learn in a fun an engaging environment.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1106707815869?aff=oddtdtcreator

This is a 4-week workshop running over four consecutive Saturdays. The sessions will be recorded so if you miss one, there is the opportunity to catch up.

What you can expect:
🐾 Small groups
🐾 Structured to allow everyone to also enjoy the class
🐾 Practice your skills and learn why it is important
🐾 Have fun while training your dog!

02/12/2024

Yummy 😋

Stuffed apples prepped for the dogs and now in the freezer ready for a nice treat.

Apples are a great source of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, which can help dogs maintain a healthy weight and digestive system. They're also low in calories and can help freshen your dog's breath. However, it's important to remove the core and seeds before feeding them to your dog, as they contain small amounts of cyanide.

01/12/2024

Tired pups after a day of demoing, training and being stooge dogs 😴🥰

29/11/2024

This little chap slept through his entire lesson, practicing calmness 😌

Ironically, we spoke about how to build calmness, especially around the children, and create more focus when distractions happen.

28/11/2024

📣Less than half price!📣

In the run up to Christmas, I am having a special offer on my online courses with 55% off!

If you have recently adopted a rescue dog, or own an anxious and fearful dog, then you can now get some immense learning on how to help your dog settle in and become more confident about life for just £54!

What does this course provide?
This course will provide you with a framework of knowledge and games to
- help your rescue dog settle in your home
- help you grow a relationship with your rescue dog
- start growing your dog's skills to get them real life ready

You can't find this value of information just anywhere. It teaches you from your dog's point of view to grow a lasting and strong relationship through mutual understanding and games.

To make use of the offer and sign up, simply follow this link:
https://pawsitivityrocks.newzenler.com/courses/rescuereadyoverseas?coupon=RESCUED

Or use the coupon code RESCUED on any of my courses.

27/11/2024

📣Upcoming workshops in 2025📣

The new year is soon upon us, so get organised for your dog training in advance!

Planned in person workshops for the first half of 2025 are now available to book.

You can find all dates here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/upcoming-dog-training-workshops-3593719

Also keep you eyes peeled for some online learning opportunities!

27/11/2024

Do you like every person you meet? Probably not.

With some people we can just hit it off, others we want to avoid like the plague, but most people we can be sociable with though we are never going to be best friends.

How would you feel if I told you, you must be best buds with every person you meet?

Dogs are just like us - most dogs actually don't like every dog, and we should not put that expectation on them either, because it just creates conflict for the dog and in our relationship with our dogs.

Dog sociability is a spectrum that follows a bell shaped distribution.

On one end you have the antisocial dog that doesn't like dogs and prefers human company. Those are the dogs often classed as dog aggressive. They're not.

At the other end of the spectrum you have the oversocial dog, or social butterfly, that literally could and would like to be best mates with everyone. Just like the antisocial dog, they're not that common - we just think they are, because these dogs can go anywhere!

In fact, most commonly, dogs are selectively social, they may like some but not other dogs, they may play with some dogs and with others they decide 'no, thank you'.

However, at every part of that spectrum dog interactions can break down and we can observe reactivity struggles.

Antisocial dogs can often end in situations where a more sociable dog approaches and make them feel uncomfortable.

Social butterflies may be frustrated because they cannot get to another dog.

Dogs may feel conflicted - Even though they generally like other dogs, they lack the confidence or skills to have an appropriate conversation.

There are many facets to dog interactions and reactivity - the key is that we do not put unrealistic expectations on our dogs, and if you're struggling with reactivity, get in touch for advice.

26/11/2024

📣Special offer📣

As we are nearing the big C-word, I am having a special offer on my online courses with 55% off!

For my loose lead walking course, that means you will get it for £18, instead of £40! So for a week's worth of you daily coffee from the coffee shop, you can get immense value to transform for dog's leash walking skills.

What does this course provide?
This course will provide you with a framework of knowledge and games to
- understand why dogs pull on the lead
- create a dog that chooses us rather than the environment around us
- train your dog in a fun and positive way

You can't find this value of information just anywhere. It teaches you from your dog's point of view to grow a lasting and strong relationship through mutual understanding and games.

To make use of the offer and sign up, simply follow this link:
https://pawsitivityrocks.newzenler.com/courses/loose-lead-walking?coupon=RESCUED

Or use the coupon code RESCUED on any of my courses.