Ribble Vets Behaviour Team

31/12/2025

HELP THE FIREWORKS ARE HERE AND MY DOGS DISTRESSED.. wont settle panting/pacing/hiding etc.

What to do to reduce stress!

1. TURN THAT VOLUME UP! put the tv or radio on loud to drown out the noise as much as possible, shut the curtains, close the windows and move to an internal room

2. GET THEM MOVING! get the lead on if you have to and go for a fun walk around the room, play with their toys, get throwing treats for them to chase.

Fight of flight gets switched off when your dog starts to play!

3. CALM THEM BACK DOWN SLOWLY
Once you have successfully got them playing work to slow down with a scatter feed chew or licky matt

4. DONT FORGET THE CUDDLES you cant reinforce fear.

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 🐕from the Behaviour Team 🐾. We hope you all have an amazing festive period 😀

06/11/2025

Check out our day on the road visiting our clients doggies to help with problems at home or help implement skills in their own environment, so lucky! 😊❤️🐾

06/11/2025

This is an amazing video showing the gait abnormalities that are linked to hip dysplasia.

Dogs don't have to limp to be in pain or have a problem with their mobility.

Most times dogs suffering with hip dysplasia will show behaviour symptoms rather than physical symptoms of pain first, that's why we always suggest a vet check and a gait analysis before starting training.

05/11/2025

Never stop learning! You can never know everything when it comes to dog training as science and knowledge is constantly updating.

That's why we are forever seeking the most up to date information to make sure we are confident we can provide the best services for you and your dog.

Of course we forgot to share our new qualification in co-op care trainer certificate.

Finished just in time for our next course!

It's a big one 😉 sharing more news about it soon along with some new members to our team!😯

05/11/2025

❓️Do you have your plan sorted for bonfire night tomorrow?
🤓If you have questions, we can help.
❓️How has your dog been coping so far?
🤓Have you found out what helps your dog?

Some dogs seek reassurance, it is absolutely fine to give them what they seek. They need support as they are scared.

Some dogs cope better if they play games as soon as they hear (hopefully a distant bang). Get them moving by playing treat toss/flick for say 5 or 10 minutes. Then hide treats around the house and in snuffle mats and boxes. Then give them a long-lasting chew to settle with.

Some dogs need to hide and they may have a favourite spot where they bolt to. Ensure this space is available at all times and as comfortable as possible.

We hope your pooches aren't too stressed

25/09/2025

A subject we are forever passionate about! 🤓

Behaviour changes or worsening can be a sign of discomfort and should always be investigated before behaviour or training is started.

25/09/2025

🥹❤️ love to see the transition in our confidence class dogs from terrified to see me at the vets - to "can't wait, get me in that car mum!" 😊🤩🤩

23/09/2025

Too many wins and not enough hours to get them shared!!⭐⭐

Here's Maybelle showing just how far shes come with her muzzle training this week! After her vaccines last week we was expecting a back step! No back steps here 🤩🤩

Why do you think I'm asking for a sit or paw while the muzzle is on?🤔

Comment below if you think you know the answer! 🤓🤓

14/09/2025

That's a wrap for September's puppy class who have all signed up to our teenage party in January! and even one joining back on the puppy party in November for continued support 🥰🐾🐕

So happy we can provide a service that is meeting puppies and their guardians needs, it's been lovely to spend the last 5 weeks with this group and can't wait to see them all again in January!❤️

12/09/2025

11/09/2025

"Just wanted to say a massive thank you, for our first session , this is willow settling in a busy pub"

We just love receiving updates like these! 🤩🎉

Well done Willow and her guardian the hard work is paying off 🤓⭐