I do love a hat! 👒🎩🤠
Happy #NationalHatDay
#Hats #Fashion #Style
🌊🐾 Strolling into the weekend in style! Milo knows how to make every step count – colourful vibes, salty air, and wagging tails all the way. 💛🏖️
Life’s better with a leash in hand and a dog by your side. 🌈🐶
#DogAdventures #BeachDayVibes #ColourfulJourneys #HappyPupLife #DogTrainingFun #PositivePupParenting #DogsOfInstagram #ForceFreeTraining #DogWalkingDreams #WagMoreBarkLess
"Today’s grocery haul came with some enthusiastic help! My trusty sidekick was right by my side, carrying lighter items (safely, of course) and making the whole chore so much more fun.
Including your dog in everyday activities like this isn’t just adorable—it’s a great way to keep their minds engaged and build confidence.
Reward-based training made it possible for milo to learn how to help without stress, and now he loves being part of the action. Who knew teamwork could be so full of wagging tails and happy smiles? 🛒🐾
Does your dog help out around the house? Share your stories—I’d love to hear them!
#RewardBasedTraining #ForceFreeFun #DogLife #DogTraining #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #HappyHelpers"
No one wants to blow a bum note when working with dogs. 💩 Keep your whistle out of the poo, folks. 🐾
Watch those whistles, people.
#DogTraining #Whistles #Dogs #rewardbaseddogtraining #funnytips
Funny
Absolutely loving this! 😂🥚❤️ Huge thanks to Maisie Plummer @wobblypony for sharing Elsie's egg-cellent attempt at retrieving a raw egg. We've got poodle springs in action, and honestly, it’s cracking me up! 🐩💨 Who knew egg retrieval could be this egg-citing? Have you tried the raw Egg Retrieve challenge with your dog yet? Please share! We love seeing them.
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#Dogs #Poodles #Eggs #Challenge #Fun #Pets
The animal training and behavior community has lost a remarkable pioneer with the passing of Karen Pryor (May 14, 1932 – January 4, 2025). A visionary and advocate for positive reinforcement, her groundbreaking book, Don’t Shoot the Dog, revolutionized how we understand and connect with animals.
From her innovations in dolphin training to founding clicker training, Karen transformed the relationships we share with animals, teaching us to build trust, kindness, and understanding.
Her words resonate deeply: “Animals deserve our kindness, our patience, and our understanding. Through reinforcement, we build trust and change lives.” This belief shaped her life's work and continues to inspire trainers and animal lovers worldwide.
Thank you, Karen, for opening doors and shaping a more compassionate world. Rest in peace. Your wisdom and compassion will continue to guide us.
🐾 RAW Egg Retrieve Challenge: Cracked It! 🥚🎉
Shoutout to Clair @faltliath_weimaraners
for this egg-cellent challenge idea! 🐶 We gave it a go, and let’s just say there were plenty of laughs (and some serious “please don’t drop it on the carpet” moments) along the way. 😅
But guess what? HE DID IT! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Despite his LOVE for eggs (seriously, this was eggs-tremely tough for him to resist), he focused, problem-solved, and totally nailed it! 🐕💪
Proof that training doesn’t have to be all work—fun and learning go hand in paw! 🎉
Have YOU tried this challenge with your pup yet? Drop your stories (or bloopers!) below—we’re cracking up just thinking about it! 🥰🐾
and Shannon at Paw Forward Dog Training
#LearningShouldBeFun #EggRetrieveChallenge #ShichonSuperstar #DogTrainingWins #RetrieverGoals #LaughAndLearn 🥚🐶 #RawEggChallenge #raweggretrieve
Banjo 🪕🎵 Do your pets love music? 🎶 We had to carefully introduce the cat & dog to the multitude of musical instruments in our house. Slow, careful exposure, going at their pace and forming positive associations. I think it worked 👍
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#Pets #Music #Animals #Instruments #Training #Success #rewardbasedtraining #dogtraining #catsanddogs #banjo
2025 ready
Milo was over the moon with the New Year's treat delivery! 🤩 Here's to 2025! 🎉
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#rewardbasedtraining Feelwell's Healthy, Natural Dog Food & Treats
#DogTreats #HappyPup
Fun Dog training
😊 Play Your Way to Success: Dog Training should be fun! Thank you, Sally. Our sessions were so much fun.
🐾 Calling all dog lovers! Did you know that dog training can be a fun and enjoyable experience for both you and your dog?
🎉 Play your way to success
1. Strengthen Your Bond: Incorporating games into training sessions helps build a deeper connection between you and your dog. As you play and learn together, your bond grows stronger, creating a happier and more trusting relationship.
2. Enhance Learning and Retention: Studies show that when learning is enjoyable, both dogs and humans retain information better. By teaching cues and behaviors through fun activities, your dog is more likely to remember what they’ve learned.
3. Boost Motivation: Dogs are more motivated to participate in training when it's fun. Games keep them engaged and eager to learn, making training sessions something they look forward to rather than a chore.
🔍 Find a Trainer Who Values Fun
Look for a trainer who emphasizes enjoyment in learning. A good trainer understands that a positive and playful approach not only makes training sessions more effective but also ensures that both you and your dog have a great time.
Let’s make training a joyful journey! 🐶💖 If you have any experiences or tips to share about making training fun, drop them in the comments below. Let’s celebrate the joy of learning with our four-legged friends!
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🎾✨ #DogTraining #FunWithFido #PlayToLearn #dogtraining #rewardbaseddogtraining #dogs #positivereinforcement #rewardbasedtraining #success #rewardbasedpuppytraining #dogtrainingwithlauramars
Wonderful walk! ❤️ Family time.
#Nature #Love #Family #Happiness #Outdoors
Force-free, BA(hons) MSc, ProDog & ThinkDog certificates, DTC-ADT, DTC Senior Trainer & Student Mentor
