The Academy of Modern Canine Behaviour & Training

31/03/2025

Who wants a bronze class at 8.30pm starting tomorrow? If there is enough of you I will open a class… let me know asap 🥉

15/03/2025

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🎉 Bailey struck Gold and we couldn’t be prouder! Congratulations gorgeous boy…

🎊 It’s been absolutely amazing watching gorgeous Bailey progress from foundation all the way to Gold with his amazing owners Jess & Tom!

🎉 Bailey has been a superstar throughout all his classes taking everything in his stride. Bailey as well as his owners Jess & Tom have been an absolute pleasure to teach 🥰

10/03/2025

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🎓 We have a huge congratulations shout out to Kate and gorgeous Jarvis who have passed Silver level!

🥈 Kate and Jarvis are a great team, also an absolute pleasure to teach! Kate works so hard in training Jarvis and I’m so proud of what they’ve both achieved so far… Now let’s get that Gold 🥇

27/02/2025

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🛑 PLEASE READ 🛑

🛑 DUE to a huge amount of enquiries recently from owners wishing to join classes to help with their dogs that are either reactive, aggressive or barking excessively at other dogs/people. I’m letting you all know that we can definitely help with these issues but a 6 week course giving you the skills to teach your dog recall, loose lead walking etc is not going to help with these behaviour issues. We as experienced experts think of your dog first and it also wouldn’t be fair to put your dog in a class environment and expect them to cope. If you need help with these issues please check out our website

🌐 https://www.amcbt.com/

📞 Call: 02392370909

📧 [email protected]

🐾 Understanding the Difference Between a Dog Trainer and a Behaviourist.

🤷🏻‍♀️ I've noticed there's often confusion between the roles of dog trainers and behaviourists, so I wanted to shed some light on the differences and why it's crucial to be a trainer before becoming a behaviourist.

🐩 Dog Trainer:
A dog trainer focuses on teaching dogs specific skills and cues, such as sit, stay, come, and heel. They work on basic obedience, manners, and sometimes even advanced tricks. The goal is to help dogs and their owners communicate effectively, making daily life more enjoyable and manageable.

🐕‍🦺 Behaviourist:
A behaviourist, on the other hand, deals with more complex behavioural issues, such as aggression, barking, reactivity, anxiety, phobias, and compulsive behaviours. They delve into the root causes of these issues, which can be related to the dog's environment, past experiences, or even medical conditions. Behaviourists use their deep understanding of canine psychology to create customised behaviour modification plans.

ℹ️ Why You Need to Be a Trainer First:

✅ Foundation of Skills: Training provides a solid foundation in understanding how dogs learn and respond to cues. This knowledge is crucial when addressing more complex behavioural issues.

✅ Practical Experience: Training gives you hands-on experience with a variety of dogs, each with unique personalities and challenges. This exposure is invaluable when transitioning to behaviour modification, where a nuanced understanding of different dogs' behaviours is essential.

✅ Effective Communication: As a trainer, you learn how to communicate with both dogs and their owners. This skill is vital for a behaviourist who needs to convey complex concepts and strategies to owners to ensure consistent and effective behaviour modification.

✅ Problem-Solving Skills: Training helps develop critical problem-solving skills that are necessary for a behaviourist to create and implement effective treatment plans for behavioural issues.

ℹ️ In summary, becoming a skilled dog trainer is a crucial first step toward becoming a successful behaviourist. It ensures you have the practical knowledge, experience, and communication skills needed to address and resolve more complex behavioural problems effectively.

ℹ️ We provide the following services:

🐩 Behaviour Consultations

🐕‍🦺 Training Visits

🐩 Classes

🐕‍🦺 Workshops

🐩 Educational Courses

🌐 www.amcbt.com

13/02/2025

03/02/2025

Another fantastic weekend on our Reading and understanding reactive dog course! 🎊Well done🎊 to everyone who completed the 3 days. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did.

01/01/2025

Just one space remaining on this fantastic three day course ....... Get in quick 😉
Please contact by ways shown on poster as may get missed if you comment below 👌

31/12/2024

***SOLD OUT*** new date 23rd February Eastleigh.
🐾 Have a Go Dog Activity Workshop! 🐾

Looking for a fun day out with your dog? Join us for our Have a Go Dog Activity Workshop – a great event packed with activities for dogs of all ages and abilities! Are you curious whether scent detection, tracking, hoopers or trick training is for you and your dog? Then come along to this fun taster sessions of the workshops we will be hosting in 2025!

📅 Date: Saturday 8th February 2025
⏰ Time: 12.30pm - 4.30pm
📍 Location: Cosham Community Centre, Wootton Street. Cosham. PO6 3AP
💰 Price: £80

What’s on offer?

🐾 Trick Training – Teach your dog fun and impressive tricks.

🐕 Scent Detection - great for all dogs, ages and abilities.

🐾Tracking - Let your dog’s nose lead the way!

🐶 Hoopers – Low impact fun using Hoops and Barrels.

Who is this for?
• Dogs of all breeds, sizes, and skill levels.
• Owners who want to bond with their dogs and explore new activities.
• Owners looking for a fun and educational day out!

No experience needed – just bring your dog, their favorite treats, and lots of enthusiasm.

📢 Spaces are limited, so book now!
➡️ To reserve your spot or find out more, contact us ⬇️

📧 [email protected]
☎️ 07830 728428

📧 [email protected]
☎️ 07472701235

🌐 amcbt.com

27/12/2024

📢 Why Are So Many Dogs Going Missing? 🐾

🐩 Lately, there’s been a noticeable increase in missing dogs, and it’s heartbreaking to see so many families searching for their beloved pets. Here’s why this might be happening and how we can help prevent it:

1️⃣ Escaping from Unsecured Areas: Dogs are curious by nature and can slip out of open gates, damaged fences, or even dig their way out of back gardens.

2️⃣ Loud Noises or Scary Events: Thunderstorms, fireworks, or unexpected loud sounds can spook dogs, causing them to run away in fear.

3️⃣ Accidental Loss: Walks without a secure lead or a correctly fitted collar/harness that they can’t slip. Quick escapes through open doors can happen in the blink of an eye.

4️⃣ Flight Risk: Dogs being let off lead that have been newly rescued or are timid/nervous, who will take flight when worried or scared.

5️⃣ Theft Risks: Sadly, some dogs are targeted due to their breed or appearance.

🆘 How You Can Help Protect Your Dog:
🔖 Collar and ID Tag: An ID tag with your contact information is the quickest way for someone to reunite you with your dog if they find them. It’s also the law for your dog to wear one.

📛 Microchip: Collars can fall off, but a microchip is a permanent way to identify your dog. Just make sure your contact info is up to date.

🚪 Secure Your Home and garden: Regularly check for weak spots in fences or gates.

🐕 Supervise Walks and Outdoor Time: Always keep your dog on a lead if they are potentially a flight risk and monitor them when outside.

💡 A simple ID tag can make the difference between your dog finding their way home in hours versus weeks—or never. Do your part to keep your dog safe and sound!

22/12/2024

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🥇Congratulations goes out to Emma with gorgeous Rosie for achieving their Gold award!

🥇Rosie is an absolute pleasure to have in classes and absolutely loves her training! Rosie started at my Bedhampton branch as a puppy, so it was so lovely to take over their training in May and present them with their throughly well deserved Gold award! 🥇

22/12/2024

15/12/2024

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🥇 Dolly struck Gold and what a little superstar she truly is!

⭐️ Dolly is an amazing little dog who literally just takes every bit of her training in her stride… Ellie handled Dolly beautifully to make them a beautiful team! Well done Juliette, Ellie and Dolly it’s been an absolute pleasure watching you get Gold! 🥇

15/12/2024

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🥉 A huge congratulations goes out to Paul & Luna for passing their Bronze level award!

🥉 Paul are an amazing team and are progressing nicely though the levels, now on to Silver 🥈

15/12/2024

Huge 🎉Congratulations🎉 to Shannon with Oscar for Passing their🥉 Bronze 🥉award this week just in time for Xmas.
Very proud of this team....Oscar has improved so much since starting back in Bronze. Shannon is dedicated to Oscars training and always does her homework. We love having you in class it's been great fun and a pleasure helping you.
Good luck in Silver 😊

10/12/2024

🚫TOXIC CHRISTMAS FOODS FOR DOGS 🚫

🍫 CHOCOLATE 🍫
The most common clinical signs of ingesting chocolate are vomiting, diarrhea, increased thirst, panting or restlessness, excessive urination, and racing heart rate. In severe cases, symptoms can include muscle tremors, seizures, and heart failure.

🦴 COOKED BONES 🦴
Be wary of feeding them cooked turkey, goose and chicken bones as they can easily splinter, causing an obstruction and possibly even piercing your dog’s tummy

🥧 CHRISTMAS CAKE, MINCE PIES & CHRISTMAS PUDDING 🥧
All contain dried fruits such as raisins, currants or sultanas which are toxic to dogs and can cause kidney failure.

🌰 MACADAMIA NUTS 🌰
Even a small amount ingested can lead to vomiting, hyperthermia and muscle weakness

🧀 BLUE CHEESE 🧀 can cause vomiting, high temperatures, diarrhoea and even seizures.

🧄🧅 ONIONS, LEEKS, GARLIC, CHIVES & SHALLOTS 🧅🧄
Can cause anaemia, look out for signs of lethargy, weakness, pale gums, fainting, reddish urine and decreased appetite.

🍾 ALCOHOL 🍾
Can cause lethargy, respiratory depression, and dangerously low body temperature in dogs.

REMEMBER your Christmas dinner involves a large amount of dangerous foods for your dog, either through being toxic, too salty or too fatty, so please be safe when trying to include your dog on Christmas Day.

If you think your dog may have eaten something that they shouldn’t or they have symptoms including sickness and diarrhoea, speak to your vet straight away.

04/12/2024

01/12/2024

A space has become available for this Saturday if anyone would like to come.
Email me asap [email protected]