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10/07/2024

Which of these methods of dog training do you think is best?

1)
Set your dog up to fail and punish unwanted behaviour to teach them what they are not allowed to do.
Be 'the Boss/alpha/pack leader'. Make sure your dog knows who's in charge, expect them to do as you say regardless of the environment or situation and if they don't, punish or shout at them.

2)
Set your dog up for success. Reward behaviours you like. Teach them through reward and trust what you would like them to do.
Be the person they look too for support, let them know they can trust you and you would never put them in a situation that makes them anxious or uncomfortable. Understand your dogs limits in certain environments and situations and act accordingly for your dogs benefit.

Hopefully you will agree that number 2 is the way we should be teaching our dogs, but surprisingly and sadly there are dog trainers out there that still think number 1 is the way to train. They use shock collars, choke chains, slip leads, shouting and abuse.

If you ever make the decision to hire a dog trainer. Alway ask what methods they use. Always ask what they will do to your dog if they get it wrong or don't obey.

09/07/2024

At last a beautiful day to spend all day outdoors 🐕🐾💕

25/05/2024

WHATS WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE?

I've noticed people use this sequence a lot.
Recall the dog, the dog returns, ask dog to sit, then reward (give a treat).
What is being rewarded? It's definitely not the recall. You have given the dog nothing for the recall. You have rewarded the SIT. Why ask the dog to sit? What purpose does this have?
If you are wanting to improve your dogs recall you MUST REWARD THE RECALL, everytime your dog comes back to you. There is absolutely no need for the dog to sit. Your aim was to have your dog return to you.
Don't overcomplicated things by then asking for another behaviour.

If you would like to improve your dogs recall. Please get in touch.

21/05/2024

Duke and I spent the afternoon looking after this gorgeous guy again today. Such a lovely happy chap 😁🥰🐾

08/05/2024

Photos from this week, gorgeous dogs 🐕 😍

24/04/2024

Fab walk this morning, all had fun 😀 🐕🐾

06/04/2024

Windy but enjoyable walk today at Leitir Fura 🐾🐕🐾💨

05/04/2024

If anyone has a home for this young girl please get in touch. Please read description as needs a home without other dogs and no children. Located locally. I'm happy to offer help settling her in and to give advice on training etc. Someone who has time for her and willing to put the work in to help her through her anxieties. Unfortunately I can't take her due to having dogs home board with me.

23/03/2024

He's back 🥰 so handsome. 🐾🐕🐾

13/03/2024

Beautiful day it turned out to be. A lovely walk to Leitir Fura🐕🐾🐕‍🦺

26/02/2024

Haven't posted for a little while but still had lots of lovely visitors over the last few weeks.

20/12/2023

Have a wonderful Christmas everyone.
Thankyou Viv for this fabulous photo. Love it 😍

06/12/2023

How cute 😍 10 weeks old and full of mischief 🐾🥰🐾

21/11/2023

I know most people are now aware of how dangerous rawhide can be, but it's hard to tell sometimes what products its in. Always read the labels when giving your dog something to chew on. Keep them safe 🐾🐕🐾

16/11/2023

1st time for Duke today off lead while out. We've been working on him staying within sight and recall. Pleased to say he did great. It helped me see where improvements need to be made but overall very proud of how this boy has come on 😊🐾🐕

07/11/2023

He's back 🥰 and what a gorgeous day we've had to be outside. 🧡🐾

17/10/2023

What a beautiful day 🌞 the gang are loving being out today 🐾🐕🐾🐩

16/10/2023

Full House for a couple of days 😃🐾🐕🐾❤️

14/10/2023

I often get asked "How can I stop my dog digging my garden?"
Digging is a natural behaviour for our dogs and we should be letting them have as much time doing what is natural for them as possible. Duke loves digging this spot and I won't stop him from doing it. I will soon be putting in flower beds etc and making areas of the garden nice. Obviously I won't want him digging up those areas.
The answer? Make those areas inaccessible to him. Dogs dig, if you don't want something that acts like a dog, don't get a dog.

12/10/2023

Had to mention, I'm so proud of my boy today. He jumped into the car by himself after todays walk. This might not seem much to some of you but since Duke came to me 6 months ago he has been terrified of the car and I've had to lift him in whilst reassuring every time we went out.
There are some things if your dog is anxious about I would say then let them be and don't put them in that situation but him never travelling in the car is unrealistic and therefore something he needed to become comfortable with.
We've taken it slowly and always made sure there is something good like a walk at the end of the journey. I have never taken him to the shop with me or if I'm just nipping out but only used the car for 'fun' trips. Of course he needs to visit the vet sometimes and these trips can't be avoided.
Anyone with dogs that suffer anxieties, it takes time, patience and loads of reassurance but they can get better. We still have a way to go but seeing improvements like this shows me we're on the right path.

02/10/2023

Happy 3rd birthday!! 🐕🐾🎁🥳 Today is his birthday lovely to have him stay with us again. We'll be having lots of fun today and some special treats

27/09/2023

Home today handsome. Him and Duke have become best mates. I think they'll miss each other 🐾🥰🐾

16/09/2023

From the end of the year the XL bullie is banned in the UK. Anyone that currently owns this breed will have to follow certain rules.
Any existing XL Bullies will have to be muzzled in public and on the lead at all times. This also includes muzzled in the car incase they need to be removed in an emergency. They will also have to be neutered.
If they have shown any aggressive tendencies in the past they will be destroyed.

This makes me so angry. It is not the dogs that choose this path but the selfish owners who either train them to be this way or have no idea how to raise a dog like this.
Any dog in the wrong hands is dangerous. When will they realise that banning certain breeds does not prevent dog attacks? The idiots just get a different breed and repeat the process!! 🤬

14/09/2023

Much better day for enjoying the garden 😊🐾🐕🐾

10/09/2023

Oh my!!! Look who's here for a holiday 🥰 lovely to have a Weimaraner around the place again. Such a fab dog. In love with him already!!

29/08/2023

I and many of you use Peanut butter for Kongs lick mats etc. Just something to be aware of.

25/08/2023

Duke's pal with us for the weekend 🐾☺️🐾
Duke normally sleeps in my room but prefers to stay in the lounge with him when he's here 💕

21/08/2023

Wet, windy, but fab walk this morning 🐾🥰🐾

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I often get asked "How can I stop my dog digging my garden?" Digging is a natural behaviour for our dogs and we should be letting them have as much time doing what is natural for them as possible. Duke loves digging this spot and I won't stop him from doing it. I will soon be putting in flower beds etc and making areas of the garden nice. Obviously I won't want him digging up those areas. The answer? Make those areas inaccessible to him. Dogs dig, if you don't want something that acts like a dog, don't get a dog.

Lovely to see Duke play, we've had visitor for the day 😁

Loves chasing ball, he'd do it all day

Crazy amount of snow and one very happy dog 😁🤣

Think its safe to say she's enjoying the last walk before it goes dark 😄

Find it game

FIND IT a great game to keep your dog entertained on wet days like this if you aren't out as much. Kaiser doesn't like heavy rain so will only walk out in it for a short time before wanting to head back. Keep an eye on his tail as he is searching for the treats, the 'helicopter' circular motion is a big indicator of the enjoyment he gets from this. If you try this for the first time go round with your dog initially, showing them where the treats are. It won't be long before they are searching for themselves.

Kaiser showing 'SIT'

'SIT' A good sit is useful in lots of different situations. When your doorbell rings, (dog can't jump up if their bum is on the ground!). In fact for many unwanted behaviours a well trained 'sit' will work. A good sit is one where your dog remains sitting until released. Regardless of distraction. This is called a Mutually Exclusive Behaviour or MEB (a Behaviour that when performed means another undesirable behavior cannot happen). How many unwanted behaviours can you think of were 'SIT' would work as a MEB?

Kaiser showing 'side' until released to explore again.

Being outside can be a big distraction for your dog. Teaching them to listen and focus on you while out on walks ensures you can keep them safe while giving them the freedom to enjoy what they want to do which is sniff and explore. There are 3 stages of training to achieve this. I only ever use positive reward based training methods. This helps build a strong relationship of trust between yourself and your dog.

Puppy visit play time.

Puppy visit play time, luckily the rain held off and we could be outdoors.