Canine Capabilities

Canine Capabilities Dog Training and Behaviour Consulting Kirsty Wilson is qualified with a BSc hons in Animal Behaviour and Training.
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Canine Capabilities offers quality dog training, behavioural consultations, group classes and dog walking services to Ackworth and the surrounding areas. The degree allows indepth knowledge and understanding of animal behaviour and accurate behavioural diagnosis. She has 10+ years of exceptional experience training a variety of animals, specialising in obedience training and behavioural issues.

Let's welcome Hugo and Max to our walking gang! ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ•๐ŸพCanine Capabilities is starting to take new walking clients ๐Ÿ’–๐Ÿ• Feel f...
03/02/2025

Let's welcome Hugo and Max to our walking gang! ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ

Canine Capabilities is starting to take new walking clients ๐Ÿ’–๐Ÿ• Feel free to drop us a message to see how we can help you

Behaviour packages will be open towards the end of March ๐ŸŽ‰

Canine Capabilities would like to wish Rosie a very happy birthday ๐ŸŽ‚ ๐Ÿฅณ Rosie is a vital member of our team and has been ...
29/01/2025

Canine Capabilities would like to wish Rosie a very happy birthday ๐ŸŽ‚ ๐Ÿฅณ

Rosie is a vital member of our team and has been volunteering with us for over 4 years now! Her industry skills have helped hundreds of dogs during stooge dog sessions and introduced new dogs to our group walks.

Thank you, Rosie, you are incredible! Have a great day ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰

Balancing Motherhood and Dog Training ๐Ÿคฑ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ†Navigating the Challenges of Being a Mom and a Business OwnerIntroduction ๐Ÿ’–As a...
10/01/2025

Balancing Motherhood and Dog Training ๐Ÿคฑ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ†

Navigating the Challenges of Being a Mom and a Business Owner

Introduction ๐Ÿ’–

As a mother of three young children and a degree-qualified animal behaviourist, I understand firsthand the joy and challenges that come with raising a family while running a business. It can be overwhelming to juggle the needs of my children, my clients, and my team, all while ensuring that my dog training business thrives. However, my experiences as both a mother and a business owner have shaped my approach to dog training, providing me with unique insights and a deeper connection to my clients.

The Challenges of Balancing Motherhood and Business Ownership ๐Ÿคฑ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“‹

Running a dog training business involves a significant amount of responsibility. Iโ€™m not only accountable for my clientsโ€™ dogs and their progress but also for the wellbeing of my staff and volunteers. Add in the responsibilities of childcare, managing a household, and keeping up with family life, and the balance becomes even more delicate.

Some of the biggest challenges I face include:

- Prioritizing competing demands: My days are full, and balancing work commitments with my children's needs often requires careful planning and constant flexibility.

- Managing my diary: Finding the right balance between client sessions, family time, and personal self-care is a daily challenge.

- Emotional and mental strains: The pressure of ensuring my clientsโ€™ dogs progress while managing my personal and professional life can sometimes feel overwhelming.

- Meeting the needs of everyone around me: From my children and husband to my staff, volunteers, and clients, everyone has demands that need to be met.

Time Management: Finding a Rhythm That Works โŒš๏ธโณ๏ธ

One of the key ways I manage to balance my responsibilities is by being incredibly organized with my time. I work around school hours and childcare schedules, ensuring that my working hours align with my childrenโ€™s needs. Flexibility is crucial, and sometimes that means rearranging client sessions or finding creative solutions for when I have unexpected parenting demands, such as breastfeeding or sick days.
I also rely heavily on my teamโ€”my staff and volunteersโ€”who help support the business operations, allowing me to step away when necessary to meet family obligations.

The Importance of Support ๐Ÿซ‚โœจ๏ธ

What Iโ€™ve learned is that I canโ€™t do it all on my own. Asking for help and seeking support from both my family and my business network has been crucial to maintaining a healthy balance. Whether itโ€™s a trusted childcare provider or a colleague who can step in for a dog training session, building a strong support system is essential to thriving in both roles.

Empathy and Practicality in Dog Training ๐Ÿ’–๐Ÿ•

Being a mother and business owner has deepened my empathy, not just for my own children, but for my clients as well. I can relate to the challenges they face in finding time to train their dogs while managing busy lives. This personal experience influences the way I approach dog trainingโ€”focusing on practical, realistic methods that clients can integrate into their everyday routines.
Understanding the juggling act that many of my clients face allows me to tailor training programs that are not only effective but also considerate of their time and lifestyle.

Conclusion ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿพ

Being a mother of three and running a dog training business comes with its set of challenges, but itโ€™s also incredibly rewarding. My experiences have made me more empathetic and understanding as a dog trainer, while also encouraging me to be more resourceful, organized, and dedicated. I strive to offer the same level of support to my clients, helping them achieve their training goals while managing the complexities of their own busy lives. After all, the key to success is not doing everything alone, but knowing when to ask for help and finding a balance that works for you.

Merry Christmas from our families to yours ๐ŸŽ…โค๏ธ๐Ÿ•
25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from our families to yours ๐ŸŽ…โค๏ธ๐Ÿ•

Canine Capabilities would like to congratulate Jodie on the birth of her beautiful son Luca ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ’™
10/12/2024

Canine Capabilities would like to congratulate Jodie on the birth of her beautiful son Luca ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ’™

I've been very quiet on the social media front as I take time to focus on my beautiful little family ๐ŸฅฐI will be back in ...
14/11/2024

I've been very quiet on the social media front as I take time to focus on my beautiful little family ๐Ÿฅฐ

I will be back in 2025 to work with and help all you wonderful people and pooches. ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ

Thank you so much for all your support โค๏ธ

Happy Halloween from our families to yours ๐Ÿฅฐ๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ
31/10/2024

Happy Halloween from our families to yours ๐Ÿฅฐ๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ

Canine Capabilities would like to congratulate Kirsty and Mathew on the birth of their beautiful baby girl Emily Grace A...
30/10/2024

Canine Capabilities would like to congratulate Kirsty and Mathew on the birth of their beautiful baby girl Emily Grace Addy ๐Ÿฉท๐Ÿคฑ

There are no size restrictions on a lap dog, right? ๐Ÿ™ˆ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ
17/09/2024

There are no size restrictions on a lap dog, right? ๐Ÿ™ˆ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ

16/09/2024

โ€ผ๏ธ IMPORTANT NOTICE โ€ผ๏ธ

Hey guys ๐Ÿ‘‹

Unfortunately, Canine Capabilities won't be taking on any new behaviour clients in 2024.

I will be starting my maternity leave at the end of this month, and my colleague Jodie will begin her maternity leave at the start of November.

All current behaviour clients will have completed their courses ahead of this. Walking clients will remain on with one of my colleagues.

Here's a list of personally recommended dog trainers in the area:

Pet Poppins Dog Training
The Puppy Master
The Dog Hou.se
Anything is Pawsable
Love of dogs training and boarding
Puppy School Wakefield
Tails of Adventure
Best Behaviour K9
Pawsitive Pooches- Dog Training and Behaviour

Alternatively, pop over to the ABTC website to find an accredited trainer near you.

Thank you, everyone, for your fantastic custom and support ๐Ÿ˜€ ๐Ÿ•

Getting ready for the day ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ†๐Ÿพ
15/09/2024

Getting ready for the day ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ†๐Ÿพ

TODAYS THE DAY ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ•๐ŸพFUN DOG SHOW ๐Ÿ• ๐Ÿ†๐ŸพCanine Capabilities is beyond excited to be hosting this years Fun Dog Show in aid of...
15/09/2024

TODAYS THE DAY ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ

FUN DOG SHOW ๐Ÿ• ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿพ

Canine Capabilities is beyond excited to be hosting this years Fun Dog Show in aid of The Prince of Wales Hospice on the 15th of September 2024 ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿพ

๐Ÿ•™ Entrance from 10:00am ๐Ÿ™Œ

โœ…๏ธ We will be joined by fantastic local businesses raising money for this fantastic organisation

โœ… ๏ธHave a Go Agility produced by a qualified and quality instructor

โœ…๏ธ Stall holders selling quality products and services

โœ…๏ธ Toilets on site

โœ…๏ธ Food available

โœ… ๏ธQuality Rossetts and prizes to be won

โœ… ๏ธFantastic volunteers helping out

โœ…๏ธ And so so much more!

๐Ÿ“Location:

The field opposite Ds Smith packaging common lane Featherstone wf7 5df

EXCITED TO SEE YOU ALL TOMORROW ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ
14/09/2024

EXCITED TO SEE YOU ALL TOMORROW ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ

12/09/2024
11/09/2024

Join us on Sunday 15 September for a fun dog show, all in aid of our amazing Hospice!

Hosted by Michelle's Flowers Ltd and Canine Capabilities, this event is fun for all the family (especially your furry friends ๐Ÿถ)

There's stalls, tasty food and drinks, agility and loads of exciting prizes to be won.

We can't wait to see you all there!

FUN DOG SHOW ๐Ÿ• ๐Ÿ†๐ŸพCanine Capabilities is beyond excited to be hosting this years Fun Dog Show in aid of The Prince of Wal...
06/09/2024

FUN DOG SHOW ๐Ÿ• ๐Ÿ†๐Ÿพ

Canine Capabilities is beyond excited to be hosting this years Fun Dog Show in aid of The Prince of Wales Hospice on the 15th of September 2024 ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿพ

๐Ÿ•™ Entrance from 10:30am ๐Ÿ™Œ

โœ…๏ธ We will be joined by fantastic local businesses raising money for this fantastic organisation

โœ… ๏ธHave a Go Agility produced by a qualified and quality instructor

โœ…๏ธ Stall holders selling quality products and services

โœ…๏ธ Toilets on site

โœ…๏ธ Food available

โœ… ๏ธQuality Rossetts and prizes to be won

โœ… ๏ธFantastic volunteers helping out

โœ…๏ธ And so so much more!

๐Ÿ“Location:

The field opposite Ds Smith packaging common lane Featherstone wf7 5df

Congratulations to Beni for completing his behaviour modification course ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽ‰Beni has excelled confidence in entering the ...
04/09/2024

Congratulations to Beni for completing his behaviour modification course ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽ‰

Beni has excelled confidence in entering the car and being groomed/handled ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿชฎ

He is able to self regulate and relax more in situations that excite him ๐Ÿ’ค

He has also been working on his social communication skills with other dogs ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ

Great job, Beni ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ†โœจ๏ธ

Congratulations to Alfie for completing his behaviour modification course ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽ‰The progress Alfie has made throughout his c...
03/09/2024

Congratulations to Alfie for completing his behaviour modification course ๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽ‰

The progress Alfie has made throughout his course is immaculate ๐Ÿ™Œ

From wanting to eat me and being scared of people on his walks... to snuggling me and happily enjoying his walks around lots of people and dogs ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ•๐Ÿพ

The results of time, patience, and hard work ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ†โœจ๏ธ

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Pontefract

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+447708666004

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