Tricks 'n' Treats

17/04/2025

🐾 New Classes Starting in May in Farnham! 🐾

Hey dog lovers! Just a quick reminder that our Intermediate Obedience and Scent Work for Beginners classes are starting up at the beginning of May! 🎉

👉 Intermediate Obedience is perfect for pups who’ve got the basics down and are ready to level up their skills—think more focus, better reliability, and working around distractions.

👉 Scent Work for Beginners is a super fun way to tap into your dog’s natural sniffing superpowers! 🐶👃 Great for all breeds and energy levels, and no prior experience needed.

📅 Classes start early May – save your spot before they fill up!
📍 Intermediate (Tongham), Scentwork Bronze Level (Badshot Lea)
📩 Message us [email protected] or visit www.tricksntreats.co.uk to sign up or get more info!

Let’s keep those tails wagging and brains working! 🐕💪

Tricks 'n' Treats Dog Training offer puppy and dog training in Farnham Surrey.

13/04/2025

🐶 Easter Safety Alert for Puppy Parents!

I want to make sure you and your pup have a safe & happy Easter!

Common Easter treats like:
🍫 chocolate
🍇 hot cross buns (raisins)
🍬 sugar-free sweets (xylitol)..can all be toxic to dogs – even in small amounts.

Here’s how to keep your puppy safe:

Keep treats up high & out of reach 🙈

Watch little ones – kids love to share, but puppies can't have these snacks 🚫

Remind guests not to sneak food to your pup (no matter how cute the puppy eyes!)

If your pup gets hold of something they shouldn’t:
🚨 Call your vet
📝 Note what & how much was eaten
📦 Bring the wrapper if you have it – super helpful for the vet

Let’s keep Easter fun – and vet visits only routine!

Happy Easter from me and my pack to yours!

01/04/2025

🐾 Calling All Dog Lovers! 🐾 SPACES STILL AVAILABLE

Looking for a special way to celebrate your furry best friend? Our Canine Keepsake Event still has spots available, and we’d love for you to join us!

Create beautiful, personalised memento’s of your dog and share this memorable experience with other like-minded dog owners. 🐶✨

📅 Date: 13th April 📍 Location: Badshot Lea ⏰ Time: 10am till 12:30pm

And the best part? All profits from the event will go to Guide Dogs for the Blind, helping to support those going through sight loss! 🐾

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out! Book now to secure your place and give your dog the spotlight they deserve.

📲 www.tricksntreats.co.uk [email protected]

Together, let’s create memories and make a difference! 🐕🐾

27/03/2025

🌿 Stay Safe Outdoors: Tick Bite Prevention Tips! 🌿
Heading outside to enjoy nature? Let's make sure you protect yourself from ticks and the diseases they may carry! Here’s how you can stay safe:

✔️ Cover Up: Wear long sleeves, trousers, and light-colored clothing so ticks are easier to spot.
✔️ Use Repellent: Apply a tick-safe repellent with DEET or permethrin to your skin and clothes.
✔️ Stay on Trails: Avoid brushing against tall grass or shrubs where ticks love to hide.
✔️ Do a Check: After your adventure, inspect yourself, your clothes, and pets for ticks.

✨ A little prevention can go a long way to keeping your outdoor adventures worry-free. Stay safe, stay tick-free! ✨

🐾 Let’s get outdoors responsibly! 🐾

💚 Tag your friends who love nature!

21/03/2025

🐶 Is your dog barking a bit too much? Let’s turn down the volume! 🐾🔇

Barking is how our dogs communicate, but sometimes it can get a little too loud/disruptive. If your dog is barking excessively, here are some simple tips to help:

👉 Understand the reason: Is it attention-seeking, fear, excitement, or boredom? Identifying the cause is the first step!

👉 Use the “Quiet” command: Train them to stop barking by rewarding calm behaviour. Consistency pays off!

👉 Keep them busy: Regular exercise, mental games, and puzzle toys can work wonders to reduce unnecessary barking.

Take a look at our Scent Work Course, ideal for that mental stimulation!

👉 Stay calm, consistent & patient: It takes time, but with patience, your dog will learn when it’s time to be quiet.

Remember, it's not about stopping barking entirely, but about managing it! 🎯🐕

What’s your dog’s most common bark trigger? Share with us in the comments! 👇

18/03/2025

New website now live!

Been tricky trying to sort in evenings when the baby goes down, but just about there!

Most upcoming courses now live, as is the Keepsake event. Beginners Scent should be up tomorrow too 🙌

And we now have an online shop for some of my fav toys and treats, with free local colldction or delivery!

Feel free to have a nosey, if you spot any bugs, please do let me know so I can iron them out 😊

15/03/2025

Join Us for a Special Canine Keepsake Event in Farnham Surrey in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind! 🐾

Mark your calendars for April 13th —we’re hosting a unique keepsake event at our Badshot Lea venue! 🐶✨

Create beautiful paw print coasters or heart hangers with the talented Carla from 🎨🐾 Plus, enjoy a relaxed social meet-up with fellow dog owners, where I’ll be on hand to answer any training questions—all while keeping you topped up with tea and cake! ☕🍰

We’re also thrilled to have .snap joining us to capture adorable photos of your dogs! 📸🐕

Best of all, 100% of the profits from this event will be donated to Guide Dogs for the Blind! 🦮💙 So, not only will you be making special memories with your pup, but you’ll also be supporting an amazing cause.

It’s set to be a lovely day—don’t miss out! Spaces are limited, and we’ll be allocating time slots for ceramics and photos in advance. Let us know you have a preferred time when booking!

📍 Head to our website to book your spot—link in bio!

10/03/2025

A little selection of some of the toys and treats we now have in stock!

Available for purchase online (from Friday) or in person, all Fergus approved 🐕🐶

Free collection or local delivery, or we can post if needed when purchased through the website!

DM me if anything catches your eye, and keep an eye out for the new website 😁

07/03/2025

Delivery ready for tomorrow's new classes!

I always recommend Paws Trading toys to clients, so now have a few stocked for them to buy directly from me with no delivery fees 😊

I will add some more images to stories hopefully tomorrow of the selection, but I will also be adding them to my website for sale and free collection when it gets relaunched next month 🤞

Will also have a selection of chews and treats coming soon!

If anyone wants to order anything in the meantime please pop me a message 🐕

01/03/2025

🐶 Understanding the Canine Ladder of Aggression 🐶

Dogs communicate their discomfort long before they bite. The Canine Ladder of Aggression helps us recognize early warning signs and prevent escalation, if you see any of these subtle/early signs gently remove yourself and your dog from the situation, before they feel the need to escalate.

🚦 Stages to watch for:
✅ Subtle signs: Blinking, Yawning, lip/Nose licking, turning away
⚠️ Escalating signals: Growling, showing teeth, ears back, stiff body, tucked tail
🛑 Final warning: Snapping, biting

Recognizing these cues can help us respond appropriately, ensuring a safe and positive environment for our dogs.

📌 Tip: Never punish a growl! It’s your dog’s way of saying they’re uncomfortable. Instead, find out what’s causing their stress and help them feel safe.

🐾 Want to learn more? Follow us for dog training tips!

24/02/2025

Only 1 space left on each course.

Starting 8th March at 9:30am for puppies and 10:25am for follow on classes.

Back at our usual venue T.S Swiftsure Sea Cadets venue in Badshot Lea, Farnham.

Take a look at the website for more details or to book 🐶

www.tricksntreat.co.uk - link in bio!

18/02/2025

🐾 Calming Signals in Dogs: What Are They and Why They Matter 🐶

Did you know dogs have a unique way of telling us when they’re feeling stressed or uncomfortable? These subtle signals are their way of asking for space or showing they need some reassurance. By recognising these calming signals, we can help advocate for our dogs and help them feel safe and understood. 💙

Here are some common calming signals to look out for:

👅 Licking Lips: Your dog may lick their lips when they’re feeling uneasy or nervous

🐾 Yawning: Dogs don’t just yawn when they’re tired! Yawning can be a calming signal, often seen when they’re in a stressful or overwhelming situation.

👀 Avoiding Eye Contact: When your dog looks away or avoids eye contact, it’s their way of saying they’re feeling anxious or don’t want to engage.

🐕 Turning Their Head or Body Away: If your dog turns their body or head away from a situation or person, it’s a sign they’re trying to de-escalate and avoid conflict.

🌟 Slow Blinking or Soft Eyes: Soft, squinty eyes and slow blinks can signal that your dog is feeling relaxed and comfortable in their environment.

🛋️ Lowering Body Posture: A dog that crouches or lowers their body might be showing submission or trying to defuse a tense situation.

Being aware of these calming signals allows us to step in and support our dogs when they need us the most. It’s a way to build trust and ensure they feel comfortable and safe.

Keep an eye out for our next post discussing the ladder of agression which helps illustrate why understanding these signals is so important!

12/02/2025

Taking full advantage of baby having a nap to get Saturdays graduating puppy class goodie bads ready!

Sadly my canvas bags haven't arrived yet, but thankfully I have paper bags from previous events 😁

Each graduate gets a certificate, rosette, some yummy treats, thanks to for the amazing puppy taster packs. I love their food/treats, as does Fergus, he is a sucker for their twisted fish skin jerky, and as he is a poo eater, I love them too and am very grateful to have them as a dental stick!

Oh and can't forget a little bag of human treats and a voucher for a discount off the next course too, as they worked just as hard as the puppies 😊

So proud of this class, they have all done so well!

11/02/2025

Anyone who has been in one of my classes will likely have heard me harp on about Scatter Feeding.

Scatter feeding is a method of feeding your dog without using the traditional bowl. You simply 'scatter' the dry food in the house or garden for the dog to search. If you feed wet food/frozen thawed, save your yogurt pots and add a little to the pots and hide these instead.

It's a favourite of mine, especially in the summer when I can slowly scatter a little at a time while I enjoy breakfast outside! So beneficial for dogs, really utilising that natural sniffing instinct!

Getting a natural dopamine hit when they sniff, this method of feeding really helps enstill a level of calm and happiness for your dogs.

I love to do a scatter feed if I have a busy day ahead, keeps my dogs calmer and more settled while I am running round getting bits done!

Have a try yourself and see how you get on! Any questions drop them in the comments below.

04/02/2025

Our next lot of puppy classes, and follow on training classes, are now open for booking!

These 6 week courses cover the basics needed to help ypur new puppy settle into life with you, in a fun, family friendly environment.

From talking you through common puppy problems, to recognising happy, and also not so happy, body language.

We cover mat training, sits, downs, recall and loose lead as a minimum. As well as being a supportive ear for those days the puppies test our patience! 😅

To find out more or to book your space, click on the link in the bio or visit www.tricksntreats.co.uk or email us at [email protected]

31/01/2025

While on my maternity leave, I have been working on some exciting things 'behind the scenes'! 

Starting to get somewhere now so will be looking for someone tech savvy, preferably a videographer/editor, to do some work for me mid spring/summer. 

If anyone knows someone or has used a business before that they recommend please DM me their details! 

Watch this space for details! 🐶

12/01/2025

Been away for a while as was off having my little baby boy!

Hes now around 5 months old so time has come to start up classes again 😊

I am starting slow with just puppies, fully booked for Jan/Feb, but new courses in March going live soon.

I have a lot of exciting plans for later this year so watch this space!

If there is anything you want us to look into as a course or workshop get in touch 🐶

Sadly I no longer offer agility as it was just too physical for me to manage while pregnant and too tricky logistics wise with the baby, but very happy to recommed a club if anyone is looking for one!