Talk to the Paw

24/02/2025

Hurray, it's getting lighter!
If you feel like venturing out instead of hiding under that blanket and doom scrolling, come and join us for our March Do More With Your Dog fun.
So far this year we have had
- a cafe in class
- hoop jumping
- holding things
- pushing with your nose
- ringing a bell (with paw)
- sit when I stop
- wait and stay
- spin
- wave
- middle
and more - phew!
March classes now for booking on the courses and training page of the website or DM me for details

16/01/2025

Is Your Cockapoo Puppy Biting? Learn How to Stop It! 🐾

Is your adorable cockapoo puppy nibbling and biting everything in sight? You’re not alone! Cockapoo puppies are known for their playful nature, but that doesn’t mean you have to tolerate biting. Join our exclusive webinar designed specifically for cockapoo owners, and get the tools you need to stop the biting behavior once and for all!

In this focused session, you'll learn:
✅ Why your cockapoo puppy bites and how to read their signals
✅ Simple, effective techniques to curb biting and prevent bad habits
✅ How to teach bite inhibition and encourage gentle play
✅ Pro tips for building a strong, positive relationship with your puppy

It’s time to get your cockapoo puppy on the right path! Say goodbye to nipping and hello to a well-mannered, happy pup. 🐶

https://talktothepaw.io/cockapoo-puppy-biting-webinar/puppy-biting-sign-up

08/01/2025

We are having so much fun in our adult dog classes.

Relaxed, informal classes covering lots of different behaviours from Tricks to helping round the house.

February classes are now available for booking.

See comments for link

07/01/2025

One space in Tricks class this evening 7.30pm, Patchway.
Shout if you want it

05/01/2025

So sad to hear that Karen Pryor has died.
A true pioneer in the positive training space, not just for dogs.
Many of us trainers cut our teeth on her writings.
She changed the world for many and for me
RIP

05/01/2025

We have one space come up in our Tricks Class this coming Tuesday 7th at 7.30pm in Patchway.

Suitable for 6 months and over.

Come and learn
- spin
- take a bow
- ring a bell

To book, check comments

26/12/2024

Only 2 spaces left and we start soon!!

It will be 2025 before you have eaten the last of the sprouts!

11/12/2024

Our last Puppy Power of 2024 and we saved the best til last! (all the puppies of 2024 have been the best.
Well done to Rufus, Murphy, Bonnie, Freya, Ollie and River (no pic)
See you in 2025
Next Puppy Power 7th January - tell your friends!

10/12/2024

THIS!

Behaviour is only labelled good or bad because it’s what we have perceived it to be. To our dogs, behaviour is is explored or repeated simply because it is reinforcing in some way.
When we start to think of behaviour just as meeting a need. We can start to change our response to it and work on our own reactions.
And of course tell Santa all dogs are on the good list.

06/12/2024

Our next award winning Puppy Power starts on 7th January 2025 at 6.15pm in Patchway.

Come and join us.

Tell your friends.

Get 2025 off to the best start.

Details on website

05/12/2024

A great post from Amy at Bluebell Walking and Training

Many years ago I broke my collar bone and several ribs falling off a horse. (Note, you are supposed to take the horse with you over a jump, somersaulting over it alone and crashing into the floor is a terrible idea!)

Thanks to the marvel of adrenaline I had no idea how badly I'd injured myself at the time. In fact I kept getting back on that horse until the lesson had ended and even drove myself home. It wasn't until the adrenaline wore off that I really started to feel the full pain.

Adrenaline is an important chemical that helps us cope with stress to help us stay safe.

So many dogs that are sore don't have any obvious physical afflictions. I've met many that will still try to run and play as they would normally.

As I've got older when the weather gets colder and wetter I often get some soreness where I was injured. Presumably because of arthritic changes. Sometimes it's a mild ni**le but sometimes it's pretty painful.

I hear so many people say their dogs 'only have a bit of arthritis' or 'they are just getting old'. These are loving, caring owners who don't know differently.

I can't imagine having those painful days and not being able to communicate with someone or have access to pain relief.

There are so many things we can do to support our older dogs. Talk to your vet and check out the info over at https://caninearthritis.co.uk/managing-arthritis/what-can-be-done/

Your dog will thank you for it.

04/12/2024

✨NEW BLOG POST✨

Everything you need to know about resource guarding in dogs.

Please share far and wide so I can help as many people and dogs as possible with this distressing issue
Love
Clair x
https://talktothepaw.io/everything-you-need-to-know-about-resource-guarding-in-dogs/

25/11/2024

January classes are live for booking - literally 2 spaces left for each one so get in quick
For info
https://talktothepaw.io/jan-25-course-checkout/jan-25-checkout/

19/11/2024

VERY EXCITING NEWS!

Coming in January 2025

New classes - from tricks to life skills, we have a week for everything you need.

So, if you just want to have fun or really dig down on your obedience, take a look to see.

7.30pm each week, in Patchway.

Classes are bookable on a weekly basis - only 5 spaces for each class so get in quick!

To see the timetable for January and book click here
https://talktothepaw.io/jan-25-course-checkout/jan-25-checkout

14/11/2024

There's something new coming to Talk to the Paw in January....

Keep an eye on your emails over the next few weeks.

If you are not on our email list, comment LIST below and we will add you

29/10/2024

I loved chatting to Caroline of Barket Place about all things resource guarding last night.

If you haven't singed up for the Walking Into Winter series, do it now!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/connectwithyourdog/

25/10/2024

Weekend ponder for you.......

I'd be interested to hear your answers

Every evening when we are all relaxed, my Podenco will jump off the sofa and run to ask to go upstairs.
When he does, my German Shepherd chases him, growls at him and stands over him.

They don't have this interaction at any other time.

Why does my GSD do this......thoughts?

PS. Dog models from Folk Laura Ceramics - look her up!

15/10/2024

I'll be chatting to the lovely Caroline on 28th October, come and listen

That's right, it's nearly time for our wellbeing week - 'Walking into Winter'.

A special series of talks from an amazing community of professionals to help both YOU and YOUR DOG have the happiest & healthiest Winter that you can.

We've got some great speakers already lined up - but would love to hear if there's any specific topics you'd like us to discuss.
❓ Does gut health interest you (humans and dogs of course!)?
❓ Do you need some support in the run-up to Firework Season?
❓ Do you or your dog suffer from SAD, so you're looking for ways to boost your mood?

Let us know if there's a topic you'd love us to dive into during this very special week.
And don't forget to head over and join our 'Connect with Your Dog' Facebook group to be ready to catch all these amazing {free} talks next month!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/connectwithyourdog