Canine Minds - Dog Behaviour and Training

12/06/2022

6 WK PUPPY PACKAGE (MOST POPULAR)

Pricing on our website!
(Age) can start programme from anywhere between 2-6 months old!
Included: 30 min FREE consultation
6 x 1hr personalised training sessions in the comfort of your own home (benefits puppy and owner)
- Full puppy guide booklet filled with helpful tips and tricks you need to know in the first year of your puppies life.
- Graduate rosette!
-Graduate certificate

You and your puppy will learn the vital life saving skills needed to enjoy life together.

10% OFF this package only with code: PUP10 when you like + share this post then book through the website before the end June!!

https://canine-mind.co.uk/services

16/05/2022

Happy Monday! (Ft - Olive the wire-haired pointer!)

Olive’s owners contacted me regarding issues that she had out walking. She had become very noise shy and fearful of the outdoors and was unable to enjoy herself on her walks - she would completely shutdown and refuse to move in any direction at all!
This was a very stressful and upsetting situation to see and her owners wanted her to be able to have fun again and feel confident outside like she use too!
This situation had been getting steadily worse over a period of months! However, after 2 session’s focusing on how to break her out of her shutdown and helping her owners to build her confidence back whilst walking, she was back out happily running around cow fields and play parks with alll the confidence in the world!

Both Olive and her owners put in a lot of hard work and were an absolute pleasure to work with. It’s so lovely to see them all out enjoying walks together once more! 🐶
Well done to Olive and her owners!

05/05/2022

I have AVAILABILITY opening up at the beginning of June for 1-2-1 Training sessions, Puppy Package or my adolescent package!

1-2-1 sessions 🐶😊 work on a variety of issues (Barking, Leash pulling, Reactivity, general obedience)

Puppy Package 🐶 work with you and your pup from 8wks old to teach them all the basic manners and training a dog needs to know!

Adolescent Package 🐶🤨 works on more teenage dog problems such as recall with distractions, leash manners, heel work nervousness!

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Passionate and experienced Dog & Puppy training. At Canine-Mind’s we work hard to improve owner and pet relationships through proactive training techniques.

03/05/2022

Recall or Bribery! - Which one sounds familar to you?

Re-call is one of the first things a puppy/dog should learn from it’s new owners and one of the most important commmands you can teach for keeping them safe!

However there is a difference between re-calling your dog and bribery!

1. Bribery - you usually call their name a few times to get their attention and then end up shaking a bag of treats or showing them you have something like a toy or food reward…then the dog comes running!

2. Re-call that isn’t 100% Safe - You call you dog a few times and they hesitate to come back but do eventually (if there’s nothing interesting happening) then they get to you and turn round and head off straight away, or run past you!

3. True Re-Call (Safe) - You call you dog ONCE…they come back with no hesitation and stay with you until you release them again.

If you find yourself thinking that option 1 0r 2 sounds familiar, then you could benefit from some re-call refresher training! Ensuring your dogs safety at all times!

25/04/2022

Lots of people I meet feel bad about things their dogs do: jumping, vocalising, sleeping on their bed, or getting lots of treats and I think it’s so important to share what we at Canine-Mind think about this!

You should never feel bad for enjoying your dog and letting them enjoy themselves. You should never feel bad for having different training standards to other people! Not all dogs have to be able to do the same things or be trained to a competition level if you don’t want them to be - as long as they’re safe and healthy and no danger to others - that’s all that matters!

!It’s important to enjoy your dogs and let them enjoy themselves!

30/03/2022

What’s the most important command to teach your puppy?

Arguably THE most important thing to teach your puppy is recall!
This simple command, whether it’s a whistle and sound or their name, could save their life one day!
Please teach your puppies recall as soon as you bring them home.
Teaching recall starts in the house and there are many great ways to create an great foundation recall before you go out for your first big walks outside!
For more information feel free to contact me to arrange a FREE consultation and find out how!

Video below: Penny a 14wk old springer on one of her first walks with a brilliant foundation in recall already!

28/03/2022

FREE - (No commitment) 30min Consultation with every enquiry!
Services & Prices on our website below:

https://canine-mind.co.uk/services

SERVICES INCLUDE (more services on website)
Puppy Training Package (6 week training course that develops alongside your pup)
*NEW* All-in-one Package (I take your dog off your hands for the day and address issues such as leash pulling, food theft, recall and puppy socialisation!)
1-2-1 specialised training sessions (Addressing a range of problem behaviours alongside you, the owners, so you can take what you’ve learnt and help you and your dog work through difficulties in future)

21/02/2022

With all the stormy weather happening at the moment - check out the link below for some great ways to keep your pups entertained in the comfort of your own home!

https://canine-mind.co.uk/everything-enrichment

Enrichment is when a physically or mentally stimulating, breed appropriate outlet, is provided to encourage a dog to perform their natural behaviours. (In simple terms, you let the herding dog herd)

13/01/2022

PUPPY TRAINING AND MORE!

At Canine Mind we carry out in-house training, that can be more be beneficial than normal training groups. We address real-life problems with realistic solutions, in real-time!

Just head over to the website and click ‘Book Now’ to claim your FREE consultation!

https://canine-mind.co.uk/

Passionate and experienced Dog & Puppy training. At Canine-Mind’s we work hard to improve owner and pet relationships through proactive training techniques.

11/01/2022

HAPPY JANUARY!

If you’ve had a new four legged, furry addition to your family this season We can help!
Our Puppy Training Package is one of our most popular services and has an optional follow-on course for those teenage-pups too!

All puppy training is carried out in the comfort of your own home! Dealing with puppy problems at the scene of the crime!

For more information - Check out our website!
https://canine-mind.co.uk/services

30/12/2021

🎇🎆🐶💥 NEW YEARS EVE is fast approaching and with it comes plenty of FIREWORKS!!! 💥🐶🎆🎇

No matter what, fireworks are inevitable and the best thing you can do is help prepare your pups for them. 🐶
Below are a few ways you can help manage your dogs anxiety and prepare them for fireworks! 🎆

* 🎶 Before the night, take a little time to play the sound of fireworks on a low level so your dog can here the sounds in a less intimidating way - make sure not to give affection to your dog whilst it is in a nervous or anxious state as the dog can interpret this as a reward for being in that state of mind - increasing the severity of the reaction.

* 🦮 Take your dog for a long walk before dark on the day, this reduces the risk of them hearing any early fireworks whilst they’re out and makes them tired (A tired dog is a happy dog! pent-up energy can increase their levels of anxiety)

* 🏡 Once inside from your walk - keep your dog safe and secured inside the home, give them somewhere cosy such as a space under a desk, corner or crate that they can feel safe in if they wish. (Never force a dog into a space or crate you think they will feel safer in or close the crate door - this can increase their levels of anxiety).

* 🎵 Use Ambient sounds at a fairly high volume in order to drown out some of the outside noise - A tv or radio playing music can work well.

*🏡🐶 If you can, stay home with your pet on the night - sometimes just the presence of someone else can calm them down and help them cope.

*🐶🦴 Keep them busy with treat/puzzle toys to help distract them during the display!

IMPORTANT - If your dogs runs to you for comfort, let them lean into you or hide behind you but fight the urge to give them affection at this point in time. Giving affection when stressed can increase their anxiety levels and inhibit a more severe future reaction.

Keep your pets safe and stay calm!

28/12/2021

We hope everyone had a lovely christmas!
If you’ve had a new four legged, furry addition to your family this season We can help!
Our Puppy Training Package is one of our most popular services and has an optional follow-on course for those teenage-pups too!

All puppy training is carried out in the comfort of your own home! Dealing with puppy problems at the scene of the crime!

For more information - Check out our website!
https://canine-mind.co.uk/services

24/12/2021

NOW TAKING 2022 BOOKINGS!

Happy Monday!

At Canine Mind we carry out in-house training, that can be more be beneficial than normal training groups. We address real-life problems with realistic solutions, in real-time!

Just head over to the website and click ‘Book Now’ to claim your FREE consultation!

https://canine-mind.co.uk/

09/12/2021

Many of us are secretive about sharing a bed with our dogs as it’s perceived as a bad thing ….
BUT have a read of this Really interesting article that explains why letting your dog/s sleep on your bed with you may not be as bad as you think!

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/sleeping-dog-bed-good-bad-insomnia-b1960032.html

Can’t sleep with them, can’t sleep without them. Tara Parker-Pope explains what sleeping with your dog in your bed does to you

07/12/2021

Lovely to look back on memories of previous clients I’ve worked with!
These dogs are just beautiful 🤩 both pups and owner were so lovely to work with!

Great session this morning with 2 of my biggest clients!

These 2 Great Danes only a week ago were very fearful of car rides and would refuse to get in. With the smaller of the two danes being 11months old and only having been in a car a few times we had a bit of a challenge ahead of us.

After 2 sessions with Canine Minds - Dog Behaviour and Training and some persuasion in the form of mum armed with cocktail sausages - our 'car practice' resulted in both Danes getting in and out of the boot very happily and were completely relaxed throughout the whole process!

1 Very happy client and 2 relaxed, comfortable dogs! - just minus a few sausages!

Well done Emma - Henry & Tilly! Keep up with the homework and enjoy your new freedom!

😁💪🏼🐶🚗🐾

06/12/2021

Happy Monday!

At Canine Mind we carry out in-house training, that can be more be beneficial than normal training groups. We address real-life problems with realistic solutions, in real-time!

Just head over to the website and click ‘Book Now’ to claim your FREE consultation!

https://canine-mind.co.uk/

25/11/2021

TRAVELLING YOUR DOG IN THE CAR?

Did you know that 34% of drivers travel their beloved pets in a dangerous manner, that’s 3 in every 10 drivers taking risks. Please transport your furry friends safely! 🐶🚗

New rules and regulations could now land you with a £2,500 fine and 9 points on your license! 🐶😱 Furthermore, driving with your pet not properly restrained can render your vehicle insurance invalid!

Ways to transport your pets safely:

- (Example in picture below) Use a combination of a soft harness with a tether (either short leash or seatbelt clip tether) to secure your pup on a back seat. 💺

- Use a travel crate placed in the boot to secure your pet. Soft, fabric travel crates are the most safe in a crash but metal crates can be used too! 🐾

- Place your pup in the boot and install a dog guard between the boot and the rest of the vehicle. This ensures your pup remains safe and secured without being able to roam around the car. 🚘

Keep them safe & Think before you drive!

24/11/2021

A great way of keeping you and your pup safe!

Free UK Delivery 🚚

24/11/2021

Reliable, Experienced, local dog-trainer based near Towcester! At Canine Mind we specialise in not just fixing problem behaviours but figuring out why they happen - working alongside our owners we create long lasting results.
Check out our website below for more details!
https://canine-mind.co.uk

Passionate and experienced Dog & Puppy training. At Canine-Mind’s we work hard to improve owner and pet relationships through proactive training techniques.

19/11/2021

Patiently waiting for the weekend to start on a Friday morning… Vs Friday 4:59pm.

Have a lovely weekend when you get there folks.

14/11/2021

We hope you and your pups are taking it easy this Sunday 🐶💤

12/11/2021

BRAND NEW SHINY WEBSITE IS LIVE!!!
Go check it out!
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https://canine-mind.co.uk/

Understanding dogs - Training people

12/11/2021

10/11/2021

Mental enrichment is a great way of satisfying your dog’s natural instincts and promoting good behaviour 🐶. This method can provide both mental and physical exercise and after all, a tired dog is a happy dog 😴.

Poppy’s instincts as a gun dog make her a ‘flusher’, where she has an overwhelming urge to launch herself deep in to a bush, following her nose to find those pesky birds 🦆. Here, our head trainer has hidden treats to encourage Poppy to use her nose 🐽.

At Canine Minds we offer support and guidance in helping you provide mental enrichment techniques for your dogs 🐾

05/11/2021

Please keep your pets safe inside tonight and tomorrow night while fireworks are going off!

If you need tips on how to help your pups cope - check out my post below!

🎇🎆🐶💥 BONFIRE NIGHT is fast approaching and with it comes plenty of FIREWORKS!!! 💥🐶🎆🎇

No matter what, fireworks are inevitable and the best thing you can do is help prepare your pups for them. 🐶
Below are a few ways you can help manage your dogs anxiety and prepare them for fireworks! 🎆

* 🎶 Before the night, take a little time to play the sound of fireworks on a low level so your dog can here the sounds in a less intimidating way - make sure not to give affection to your dog whilst it is in a nervous or anxious state as the dog can interpret this as a reward for being in that state of mind - increasing the severity of the reaction.

* 🦮 Take your dog for a long walk before dark on the day, this reduces the risk of them hearing any early fireworks whilst they’re out and makes them tired (A tired dog is a happy dog! pent-up energy can increase their levels of anxiety)

* 🏡 Once inside from your walk - keep your dog safe and secured inside the home, give them somewhere cosy such as a space under a desk, corner or crate that they can feel safe in if they wish. (Never force a dog into a space or crate you think they will feel safer in or close the crate door - this can increase their levels of anxiety).

* 🎵 Use Ambient sounds at a fairly high volume in order to drown out some of the outside noise - A tv or radio playing music can work well.

*🏡🐶 If you can, stay home with your pet on the night - sometimes just the presence of someone else can calm them down and help them cope.

*🐶🦴 Keep them busy with treat/puzzle toys to help distract them during the display!

IMPORTANT - If your dogs runs to you for comfort, let them lean into you or hide behind you but fight the urge to give them affection at this point in time. Giving affection when stressed can increase their anxiety levels and inhibit a more severe future reaction.

Keep your pets safe and stay calm!

05/11/2021

Thought this might help a few people!

26/10/2021

🎇🎆🐶💥 BONFIRE NIGHT is fast approaching and with it comes plenty of FIREWORKS!!! 💥🐶🎆🎇

No matter what, fireworks are inevitable and the best thing you can do is help prepare your pups for them. 🐶
Below are a few ways you can help manage your dogs anxiety and prepare them for fireworks! 🎆

* 🎶 Before the night, take a little time to play the sound of fireworks on a low level so your dog can here the sounds in a less intimidating way - make sure not to give affection to your dog whilst it is in a nervous or anxious state as the dog can interpret this as a reward for being in that state of mind - increasing the severity of the reaction.

* 🦮 Take your dog for a long walk before dark on the day, this reduces the risk of them hearing any early fireworks whilst they’re out and makes them tired (A tired dog is a happy dog! pent-up energy can increase their levels of anxiety)

* 🏡 Once inside from your walk - keep your dog safe and secured inside the home, give them somewhere cosy such as a space under a desk, corner or crate that they can feel safe in if they wish. (Never force a dog into a space or crate you think they will feel safer in or close the crate door - this can increase their levels of anxiety).

* 🎵 Use Ambient sounds at a fairly high volume in order to drown out some of the outside noise - A tv or radio playing music can work well.

*🏡🐶 If you can, stay home with your pet on the night - sometimes just the presence of someone else can calm them down and help them cope.

*🐶🦴 Keep them busy with treat/puzzle toys to help distract them during the display!

IMPORTANT - If your dogs runs to you for comfort, let them lean into you or hide behind you but fight the urge to give them affection at this point in time. Giving affection when stressed can increase their anxiety levels and inhibit a more severe future reaction.

Keep your pets safe and stay calm!

11/10/2021

Good Morning Monday!

BIG OR SMALL - THEY SHOULD KNOW IT ALL!

No matter whether your dog is big or small, it’s still so important to teach them life saving commands such as ‘stay’or ‘wait’ as well as release words such as ‘ok’! These all important commands can be practiced in everyday life!

Below is a short video of Dennis (9 month old Pomeranian) showing off his life saving skills on his walk! Abbie Sayer

11/10/2021