Ruff Start Dog Training.

Ruff Start Dog Training. Ruff Start Dog (Rescue) Training is a South Wales ethical based dog training school.
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03/02/2024

Some local marketing material just arrived.

28/01/2024

I set up Ruff start dog training with the primary aim to keep dogs from returning to rescue centres. All I've ever had are rescue dogs and understand they can come with baggage.
So with my primary aim in mind I'm setting this up.

Ruff Start Rescue Settling In Package.

Available to meet before you pick up the dog to give advice on being ready for a rescue dog.

First 3 days. Available to meet, take calls, and provide advice on any issues that may arise. (Everyday)

Day 3 too 3 weeks. Regular check-ins (three per week) meet ups when needed, calls, advice, on training and behaviors.

3 weeks too 3 months. Check out, check how settling (once or twice a week) meetups if needed, and look to see what can be offered further referral to other trainers that I would trust my dogs with, excellent online classes that have trainer support, 121 classes or agility.

This is a lot of work but I'm wanting to give as large a discount as I can or donate the difference to a rehoming centre.

Currently this will be only available in the Rhonda and local area, I'm hoping to expand it in time.

Also anybody who already has a rescue dog but are struggling I'm willing to offer a discount on consultation and training.

Never seen the show, don't want to end up yelling at the screen.https://www.facebook.com/share/EE4azgCtdGXwzhaz/
25/01/2024

Never seen the show, don't want to end up yelling at the screen.

https://www.facebook.com/share/EE4azgCtdGXwzhaz/

2024 update -

This post was made two years ago and has recently been getting attention again. The sad thing is that actually nothing has changed. This program is still being made. There is ( as far as I know - and very happy to be corrected if I am wrong) no veterinary involvement with these dogs prior to filming.

How many more dogs are going to be labled as awkward, difficult, stubborn or just lazy when actually there is an underlying pain issue?

We have so many wonderful trainers and behaviourists that could fill this man’s shoes and provide far more valuable advice and training. Stop giving people like this man air time… pick someone who actually cares about the wellbeing of the dogs they work with instead of the cash going to line their pockets…

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Some phrases used on this particular episode of ‘Dogs behaving (very) badly’ where 8 year old Ruby would only get off the sofa if the rug was over the laminate flooring, and would sit down and stop on walks…

‘being a madam’

‘Controlling the diva’

‘Indulging her with rugs’

‘Thinks she’s in charge’

OR

Is this actually a dog in pain, a dog scared of slipping and hurting, a dog trying to tell everyone that she’s uncomfortable?

It’s not indulging her with a rug, it’s making sure her own home is accessible and safe for her. She’s not ‘being a diva’ and refusing to walk, she’s telling you it hurts and she’s uncomfortable.

I’m very glad that the owners realise that this dogs weight is having a significant impact on her life but there are other things that need addressing here. I have no doubt they absolutely adore their girl, that is very clear to see, but I desperately wish they had the right kind of support for Ruby, not just let’s force her to walk and walk on a floor she’s is scared

Dogs Behaving Very Badly and The Dogfather (Graham Hall)… I’m afraid the blame falls to you on this occasion. You have a massive platform with thousands of dog owners watching every episode. How about talking about signs of pain? Indicators of discomfort? When behaviours actually tell us somethings wrong? Ways to adapt houses for older dogs and those that struggle with mobility? You could educate SO MANY owners but no, it doesn’t happen. Instead we just see an uncomfortable dog being forced to walk when she doesn’t want to, and live in an environment that she is scared of.

Dogs need us to advocate for them, to realise when we need to do more and to learn the ways that they tell us something isn’t right. Owner education is the key to this and this could have been a brilliant opportunity to do just that.

24/01/2024

Well that suddenly went a bit nuts. Thanks Martin Cowley at Cowleys Fine Foods .

21/01/2024

A few things on my mind. Algorithms hate me and keep giving me the same style videos (my fault for watching them). I might make a video on it but it would be hipper critical as the first thing I want to address is all the trainers who spend all their time making and editing videos going look my dogs perfect. Here's something you won't hear often. My dogs are not perfect. Their teenagers. What they are is confident, content and healthy.

Second thing the algorithm keeps giving me. Force Free having a pop at balanced and balanced having a pop at Force Free. Can we please stop this trend. It's confusing for me let alone a desperate for help dog gardien.
Is it any wonder they turn to people who shouldn't be left with someone's pet brick. No matter how your personal ethics go shouldn't people be going after these so called trainers who traumatise dogs?
Videos saying dog trainers told them to medicate or kill the dog. If I ever do that just punch me.
Finally the videos saying this person spent thousands on dog trainers until I helped them.
The people who take that much money are not dog trainers. They are scam artists.
I'm going to say it on here and I'm writing it into the busines. If I feel I cannot help you to help your dog, (and I should know within the first session) it becomes my task to find you someone that can.

06/01/2024
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26/12/2023

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Such a hard life.
22/12/2023

Such a hard life.

Nice podcast Can highly recommend.
15/12/2023

Nice podcast Can highly recommend.

‎Kids & Family · 2023

Ever wondered why your dog stares into the fire?To myself it's yellow orange. To her it's more like this.
09/12/2023

Ever wondered why your dog stares into the fire?
To myself it's yellow orange. To her it's more like this.

05/11/2023

Welcome to Ruff Start (Rescue) Dog Training.
Here at Ruff Start we promote Ethical Cruelty free dog training for life.

Over the past few years the dog community has been experiencing a crisis, shelters are overflowing and people just can't cope.

Our aim is to set you and your dog up for successful life together together by training you and your dog together.

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