Paws & Progress

28/12/2024

Taking some time to reflect on all the amazing partnerships we've built in 2024! From pet stores to dog walkers, it's been an incredible journey working with brands that share our passion for pups. 🐾 Here's to many more wagging tails and happy paws ahead! 🐶✨

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23/12/2024

🎄🐾 Merry Christmas from Paws & Progress! 🐾🎄

As I wrap up this wonderful year, I just wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you for your trust, support, and love throughout 2024. 🐶❤️

To show my appreciation, we're now offering 10% off all our services from now until January 11th 2025! 🎁 So, whether you're looking for puppy socialisation, training walks, 1-2-1 sessions, group classes, or reactivity training – we’ve got you covered to kick off 2025 with a paw-sitive start. ✨🐕

Use the code in the picture to claim your discount and let's continue making progress together in the new year! Thank you again for being such a wonderful part of the Paws & Progress family. 🐾💕

Wishing you and your pups a joyful and peaceful holiday season! 🎄🐾

20/12/2024

Bertie went from pulling his owners everywhere to walking like a pro! 🐾 Who knew loose lead walking could look this good? 😎🦴

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19/12/2024

🐾✨ Socialize your pup the right way! Join us for fun, safe, and friendly puppy socialisation sessions that help your little one grow into a confident and well-behaved dog. 🐶💬 Let's make new friends and build good habits together! 🐕💙

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A weekly 45-minute indoor session available for all puppies under 22 weeks who would like to meet some new four-legged friends, whilst also gaining some vital information on general socialisation skills, appropriate play, confidence-building, and body language. ​ With the option to book as a one-o...

06/12/2024

Odi showing us how it’s done today 🙌🏻💥 👀 Guard barking, lead walking, and response training all complete ✔️ What a stunning boy…

06/12/2024

From a dog trainer’s perspective, these pet shop essentials are game-changers for both you and your pup! 🐾✨

Whether you're working on lead manners, mental stimulation, or just keeping your furry friend happy and healthy, Pelly & Purdy has you covered!

05/12/2024

Ready to unleash your dog's full potential? From basic obedience to puppy socialisation, we’ve got a training service for every pup! 🐕✨

Check out our full menu of services and book your spot online today! Link in bio.

03/12/2024

We've been sharing a lot about our puppy classes lately, and written above is why we're so passionate about them!

Puppy training not only lays the foundation for a well-behaved dog, but it also strengthens that unbreakable bond between you. This means that the time and energy you invest in training now, pays off in endless moments of joy, companionship, and understanding.

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28/11/2024

Introducing Hummus!

This week I had the absolute pleasure of a 1-2-1 training session with Tamim and Hummus. We spoke all things puppy, from toilet training to vital commands, and I was so impressed with how they got on!!

With this being said, swipe to see Hummus at just 10 weeks old absolutely smashing a “Sit” cue. This was achieved in around 10 minutes…what a smart boy!! I will admit, his recall was just as excellent, but unfortunately I was too busy falling in love to get any videos!!

So whether your pup is vaccinated or not, 1-2-1s in the home are a great way to get started on some early essentials. We also now offer our “Complete Puppy Package” which tells you everything you need to know across 3 private sessions, and provides you with all the training equipment you’ll ever need too. Get in touch for more information or to book your sessions!

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27/11/2024

Got a Doberman, Rottweiler, Cane Corso, or another powerful breed and wondering how to train them effectively?

Here’s the truth: Training a large dog isn’t any different than training a small dog — it’s all about the right approach!

And the first lesson? Forget about using “special equipment” like slip leads or prong collars - I can guarantee you’ll get better results without them!

Whilst you may need to set clearer boundaries on things like jumping and lead walking, the methods remain the same. At Paws & Progress, we teach you how to unlock your dog’s full potential with simple, effective techniques — built on love, patience, and consistency.

At the end of the day, big dogs deserve big results, and with the right training, you’ll be amazed at the difference.

So, what are you waiting for? Get started on your big dog’s training journey today and see the transformation for yourself!

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25/11/2024

Cali is just one of the latest additions to our November 'Puppy Essentials' training course at the Woodlands Village Hall. Can anyone guess her breed mix?!

Oh and more exciting news... Our next training courses at this venue are now available to book!! Starting Wednesday 8th January 2025. Suitable for all breeds, ages, and sizes!

Confirm your space online via our website, or message us for more information. We'd love to see you soon!

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22/11/2024

As some of you may know, there have recently been some dangerous weather warnings down the South of the UK, and so with this being said, there is no better time to talk about appropriate temperatures to walk your dog!

Now I'll be the first to admit that it's a very exciting time of year when the snow comes out, and the idea of chasing your pup down the white track comes into your head. However, I really encourage all dog owners to look at the guide provided on the 2nd slide before doing so. Here you can see with just a quick glance whether your dog would cope outside - depending on their size, coat, and more.

I would also like to add the variable of age into the list, which is something many people may not consider. In general, a younger or older pup is always far more likely to struggle during cold blasts, and so there is nothing wrong with keeping them inside at this time! See my post on enrichment for other ways to keep them busy as an alternative ...

So, in attempts not to be the 'boring nagger' for these situations, please do go enjoy the snow with your dog this year! Just also please consider taking breaks in-between, or shortening the length of your regular walk, to allow their paws to stay cosy. Obviously also do go straight to your vet if you see any signs of excessive low body temperature / hypothermia - they are the experts for these scenarios!!

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06/11/2024

Doesn't Cooper look smart with our new car 'Boot n Bumper' protector?! Designed by and stocked by our lovely local pet store () - we couldn't think of a better way to keep our dog-mobile clean in-between training walks!

Using this stylish gear, Cooper absolutely rocked his calm car travel training today! For reactive dogs, setting them up for success before even reaching the destination can make all the difference. By therefore incorporating well-timed release cues, and wait cues when triggers popped up, we were able to effectively lower Cooper's arousal levels this morning before the adventure even began. The overall result? A much smoother start to our outing and more positive interactions all around.

04/11/2024

Hi everyone! Happy Monday! 🌟

Question... Have you ever considered a career in canine behaviour, or are you simply eager to learn more about our favourite four-legged friends?

If so, I am thrilled to announce that I am now officially looking for someone to assist with our Wednesday evening group classes at Woodlands Village Hall, Verwood!

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience with real-life clients whilst also diving deep into the world of dog training. You’ll also receive access to a wealth of visual training resources upon each session, expert advice from me as a qualified trainer, and the chance to connect with other fellow dog lovers. (If you're lucky, you might even get to meet the amazing Vicki at Forest Walks each week too — what could be more exciting?)

Applications are now open. If you're interested or want more information, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Looking forward to hearing from you! 🐾

02/11/2024

Over the past 5 weeks, I have had the absolute pleasure (with the amazing assistance of Forest Walks) of teaching Bobby, Charlie, Watson, Frank, and Nelson during our recent group classes, and today they officially graduated! Swipe to see some of them with their certificates...

I am so proud of what these guys have achieved, and there was huge progress for each and every one of them. I can't wait to hear how these guys get on as they grow up, and I'm so pleased to hear some of them will be continuing their training journey with us too!

Our next set of group classes begins on the 13th of November, and we still have spaces available. Get in touch today to book!

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12/10/2024

Okay everybody… Cooper has officially returned! And he is being heavily rewarded today with the Liver Paste! What for, you ask? Well he has just mastered the art of ‘Target Training’! Keep reading to find out more…

WHAT IS TARGET TRAINING?

Target training is a form of training in which you encourage a dog to touch a certain object, surface, or item, with their nose. In Cooper’s scenario, we used the palm of my hand.

WHY TEACH TARGET TRAINING?

Target training has many benefits. The main one we are using it for with Cooper is recall! This is so, in time, it will act as a great visual cue for him, so even if I’m too far away for him to hear me, he can still see that I’m asking for him to come back. It also means he’ll come right to my feet so that I can easily attach his lead again if needed.

We are also looking to use it as a focus tool. This is because Cooper can sometimes struggle with reactivity when on walks with other dogs, and so by teaching a solid target, I can use it as a way to test whether he is focused on me or not. If not, I know we are overwhelming him with emotions and we may need to take it back a step.

Finally, we are going to introduce it as a politer alternative to jumping up. I can then present my hand in a low-down position when coming through the door and easily show him that interaction can happen below the knee too!! Such a great tip for family members and visitors around the home!!

Swipe through to the next video for a demonstration and then get in touch to see how you can get started on target training with your dog!

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21/09/2024

Looking to get your dog into training? Whether adolescence has sent your dog into a spiral, or you have an old dog looking to learn new tricks - look no further!

Our new venue is officially confirmed, with our next set of classes starting on Wednesday 2nd October at 7:45pm. Suitable for all dogs over 20 weeks, the 'Adolescence & Above' training course will teach you everything you need to know about dog behaviour, and how to eliminate problem behaviours with ease.

Each week, you will attend a 1-hour group class with up to 4 other dogs, and will be thoroughly supported by an accredited and qualified trainer throughout our in-depth content. You will then be invited to continue this training at home after each session, using our easy-to-read summary emails and directional videos. Upon graduation, you will then of course receive your certificate, but will also unlock access to lifelong support from Paws & Progress, meaning you can come to us even several years down the line for almost anything! The cost for all this? Just £75!

Content includes, but is not limited to:
- Over-arousal and excitability
- House manners
- Using a marker word
- Teaching your dog to focus
- Teaching your dog a new behaviour
- Strengthening a new behaviour
- Settle / Independant relaxation
- Walking nicely on the lead
- Recall
- Jumping up
- Drop / Leave It
- Polite doorways and road crossings
- Real life scenarios
- Impulse control
- Polite socialisation

Want more information or to book now? Get in touch at [email protected] 07887 882578.

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20/09/2024

Introducing Stokes!

No exaggeration needed when I say he is one of our local community's favourite dogs, and is always very well known in the cafes and local hotspots! He even won over everybody's hearts at Animal Avenue Pet Supplies LTD in seconds!

However, as well as enjoying regular walks with my own spaniel, Stokes is also due to start some light training to aid his recall (particularly around the New Forest ponies) since it has become a little rusty with adolescence age. Watch this space as we see what we can do...

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