Halcyon Hounds

14/11/2025

Oh my goodness!!

What an awful day!! ☔️

We got soaked this morning, so it’s indoor training this afternoon 😬.

11/11/2025

Brilliant workshops!!

I would most definitely be there myself if I wasn’t working.

Hoopers Course Running

Sunday 7th December 2025
Holme Lacy College (HR2 6LL) - indoor venue.

Get in touch to book a place x

11/11/2025

** Tuesday 30th December **

I have The Dog Field from 9am until 1pm and can offer some ‘between Christmas and New Year’ training sessions.

Hoopers, Outdoor Training or something else?

Is anyone up for this and if so what do you fancy?

Thank you 🐾🐾

11/11/2025

Entries for The Doggie Den’s Januarynshow open on Weds.

Set those alarms!!

The first of our 2026 (January 10th) BK9 Hoopers show goes live for entries this Wednesday at 7pm.

Enter via BK9 website, don’t miss out x

https://www.bk9hoopers.com

10/11/2025

Special Congratulations to Hayley and Nisha who were fabulous at The Doggie Den Hoopers show this weekend.

They did so well they even got a first place!!

Nisha was totally confident in a new and challenging environment and Hayley and Nisha both put their super skills into practice.

Really well done. I am very proud of you both
❤️

09/11/2025

Our Christmas Eve morning hoopers workshop at The Dog Field at Pilning is now open for booking.

🎅🏽 🎄🌲🎅🏽🌲🎄

https://www.halcyonhounds.co.uk/service-page/christmas-eve-hoopers-workshop-2?referral=service_list_widget

09/11/2025

Dogs are just amazing ❤️

My life is completely entwined with that of my dogs.

When they are happy, struggling, our training goals are being achieved, or we are finding things hard, I feel it.

My dogs are loved ones who I enjoy fabulous times with, from long walks, training sessions and competitions, to holidays, cuddles on the sofa and sharing my duvet.

My dogs help keep me grounded and moving forwards when times are hard.

A blustery walk makes me happy regardless of what life brings, and a sunny walk makes my heart sing.

Dogs are just amazing and I’m sure most of you feel the same way ❤️.

07/11/2025

Ziggy has exciting news!

The Dog Field Activity Day, being held at The Dog Field at Pilning on Saturday 30th May 2026, is now open for booking.

Everyone attends four workshops - Hoopers, UK Dog Sports, Tricks and Obedience Foundations.

The day runs from 9-5pm, hot drinks and snacks are provided and the cost is £75.

Places can be booked using this link -

https://www.halcyonhounds.co.uk/service-page/dog-field-activity-day-1?referral=service_list_widget

07/11/2025

Hoopers Camp 2026 - UPDATE - ONLY 2 SPACES LEFT!!!

Since I posted this morning camp spaces have been going like hot cakes. There are now only two spaces left!!

I am so excited to announce the dates for hoopers camp 2026 - 4-7th August.
This will be a wonderfully fun and friendly camp as always - we love camp week on the farm.

There are very limited spaces left - the 2025 campers have bagged over half the spots already so please don't delay in securing your space.

Day training tickets will only be available if there is spaces - often these are only bookable a couple of months before camp.

https://calendly.com/pawfectability/hoopers-camp-2026

07/11/2025

This is so true.

PIVOT. PRIORITISE. PEER GROUP.

This week has been… a lot. 😅

Between running camp, juggling extra dogs, managing a litter of puppies in an unfamiliar environment, and dealing with the odd upset tummy or two — all while not having my usual vehicle or routine — it’s been full-on.

The challenges haven’t come from the people though. In fact, the opposite. The group of amazing handlers from my Dog Sports FUNatics community have been an absolute breath of fresh air. 💛 Their positivity, willingness to learn, and hunger to grow have been the highlight of my week. Being surrounded by that kind of energy has honestly been the thing that’s kept me sane.

But this week has reminded me of three big lessons…

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💡 1️⃣ Pivot

Sometimes, no matter how well you plan, life throws a curveball (or several at once). In dog sports — just like in life — things rarely go exactly to plan. Being able to pivot, adapt, and change direction when needed is such an important skill. Whether it’s a dog that responds differently in a new environment, or a training session that doesn’t go as expected, the ability to adjust with grace keeps you moving forward.

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💡 2️⃣ Prioritise

When challenges stack up, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. I’ve learned this week to stop, breathe, and focus on what actually needs to be dealt with first. Not everything is urgent.
Write it down. Deal with what’s right in front of you. The rest can wait.
In training, it’s exactly the same — you can’t fix everything at once. Focus on what matters today, not the whole mountain ahead.

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💡 3️⃣ Peer Group

Never underestimate the power of your community.
Your tribe.
Your people.

The ones who get it. Who support you, listen to you, remind you that you’re not alone — whether it’s in dog training, business, or life. This week has really reinforced how important that is. Don’t ever be afraid to ask for help or lean on others. There’s no weakness in that — only strength.

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Dog sports mirror life in so many ways. We face unexpected challenges, we have to adjust our training plans, and sometimes we just need a moment to breathe and reset. But when you can pivot, prioritise, and lean on your peers — that’s when you not only survive, you grow. 🌱

Here’s to surrounding yourself with the right people, focusing on what matters, and remembering that every curveball is just another opportunity to adapt, learn, and thrive. 💪🐾

06/11/2025

Lots of you know Lindsay with Holly.

Lindsay has been poorly recently so her Halcyon Hounds hoopers friends sent her some flowers.

Lindsay has asked me to post on here to say Thank You.

Our pleasure Lindsay and we look forward to seeing you at hoopers in the near future.

Get well soon xx

06/11/2025

Kamalfernandezdogtraining is coming to us in January at Pilning near Bristol for some winter training.

There are still a few handler and spectator places available.

We are very excited that Kamal Fernandez is returning to us on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th January 2026.

Both days will be Handler’s Choice workshops where participants decide what they would like to work on.

Handlers receive two 15 minute 121 sessions with Kamal, as well as being able to watch each others sessions.

Spectator places are also available.

The venue is Pilning Village Hall near Bristol where there is both indoor and outdoor space.

Further details can be found here -

https://www.halcyonhounds.co.uk/book-online