Happy Dogs Dorset

20/01/2025

Don’t forget to have a watch of this, not just for gun dogs it also has some inspiration for building solid foundation skills 😀

Bulletproof Your Gundog Training Build Your Gundog’s Solid Foundations in 90 Minutes Are you struggling with inconsistent results in your gundog’s training? If you're ready to stop the guesswork and create solid, lasting results in your dog's training, this 90-minute fast-track masterclass is fo...

15/01/2025

My dog Muppet isn’t particularly bothered about other dogs, she avoids most of them or may stop and say a quick hello if she picks up friendly vibes, she doesn’t run up to dogs to play or drag me on lead to see every dog she meets. However she does have a very select few dogs that she is always pleased to see and happy to hang out with, there’s no discrimination to breed or size one is a Great Dane, one a tiny terrier x and of course there’s Ethel ❤️

14/01/2025

Need help with loose lead walking or how to teach different methods also covered equipment, why and the pros and cons of different techniques.

13/01/2025

For those doing my introduction to gun dog course this is a free webinar that is well worth watching and listening to, some very sound advice and food for thought !!

Bulletproof Your Gundog Training Build Your Gundog’s Solid Foundations in 90 Minutes Are you struggling with inconsistent results in your gundog’s training? If you're ready to stop the guesswork and create solid, lasting results in your dog's training, this 90-minute fast-track masterclass is fo...

12/01/2025

What a great start to today’s two new courses, Pet Gun Dog and The Mixed course which is trying something different each week. The Gun dog class worked on heel work and the stop whistle, introducing a dummie retrieve, impulse control. The mixed class were super busy doing spin, twist, behind cross overs, leg weaves and go round an object. Well done everyone don’t forget to practice, look forward to seeing you all next week 👏👏

11/01/2025

Met these two little crackers yesterday for a 121, what beautiful smart little pups, we worked on calming things down, rewards, the mechanics of working two pups and started on some basic exercises. Look forward to seeing them again soon ❤️

04/01/2025

🎓🐾 Practical Skills Matter Too! 🐾🎓

Dog trainers, it’s not all about theory! While academic knowledge is key, practical courses can make or break your success. 💪

Think first aid for dogs 🩹, business management 💼, customer communication 🗣️, and hands-on canine behavior workshops 🐕. These skills help you not only train dogs effectively but also manage clients, build trust, and run a thriving business.

Join us for our teaching course in March and you’ll get to practice your teaching skills.

Training dogs isn’t just a science—it’s an art that blends knowledge with real-world skills. Never stop learning! 🐾✨

02/01/2025

The festivities are over and life is getting back to normal, if you would like to try something new with your dog I have some 4 week courses below please email me at [email protected] for more information or to book a space

If you would like to work towards your Kennel Club Good Citizen Awards, classes are run by Bridport Dog Training Society on a Monday evening at St Marys Church hall in Bridport starting on 6th January please email Sue at [email protected] say you attend classes with me and you can join direct starting at Bronze or if you have previously achieved a level at the next one.
My Classes - all held at Venn Farm, North Chideock
Wednesday - Scent classes dogs need to be on a scent. Classes held at 12, 1 and 2pm (if enough people I will run 3 classes or 2 if less numbers) starting on 8th January cost £10 per dog payable as you attend.
Thursday -
1pm a mixture of Rally and Parkour this is a 4 week course with limited places cost £50 payable at the start Thursday 9th January NOW FULL
2pm Obedience this is a 4 week course with limited places cost £50 payable at the start Thursday 9th January only 2 spaces remaining
Sunday -
1pm introduction to Gun Dog skills looking at retrieve, direction sends, whistle cues, impulse control. 4 week course starting on 12th January limited places cost £50 payable on first week NOW FULL
2pm Mixed extending skills 4 week course, one week of scent, tricks and movement, agility/hoopers, parkour/puzzle games. Starting on 12th January limited places available cost £50 payable on first week. Only 2 spaces remaining
Hope there is something for everyone, look forward to seeing you soon 😀

01/01/2025

Thank you to everyone who donated their class money at our Christmas parties, together with K9 dog training we raised an amazing £300 for MacMillan cancer support a wonderful charity that supports so many, a massive thank you to you all 🙏 look forward to seeing you back at classes next week 😀

31/12/2024

Spaces available with this great trainer, get your puppy’s signed up ❤️

Due to the 9am puppy course starting on Sat 11th January being fully booked, I am now offering a 2nd course at 11am on the same date.
To book, please email
📧 [email protected]

31/12/2024

Happy New Year to you all, thank you to those who have supported me and attended my classes and workshops in 2024. I wish you all a happy, healthy and prosperous 2025 and look forward to seeing you all soon 🎉🍾🎉

27/12/2024

Great trainer, don’t miss out on a place 😀

19/12/2024

The eleventh post of Christmas is one to get you thinking and researching ready for the new year. Hopefully you are aware of how important using their brains are for our dogs ?? So why not take up something new with your dog in January I have put below a list of possibilities and some local trainers that I would recommend. You can Google the subject to find out more about it. I run classes in scent, hoopers, parkour and rally please contact the trainers direct to find out what they offer.
Possible new hobbies for you and your dog : Agility, Hoopers, Mantrailing, Tracking, Scent work, Parkour, Canicross, kc Good Citizen Tests, Rally, Obedience, Working Trials, Working Tests, Treiball.
Local Trainers: Happy Dogs Dorset, kay 9 Dog Training, Watercombe Dogs, Dogs Actfully, Big Dog little Dog Training. I have attended classes with all of the above and highly recommended their teaching and methods. Have a fun new year with your four legged friend 😀

18/12/2024

Wow what a great end to the year, our super doggie Christmas party complete with sausage race, furthest barrel round, spectacular sniffing and two feet on musical statues. Thanks everyone for coming along and your donations for McMillan, see you on the other side, merry Christmas everyone 🎅🏻⛄️❤️

16/12/2024

The tenth trick of Christmas, send to place. This can be transferred to a bed, mat, place between cones etc. used in Obedience and also kc Gold send to bed. I like to use a mat that I can roll up and take out and about with me and to classes. Start by making the place a rewarding space to be in, don’t worry about position at the moment you can teach a down as a separate exercise. So reward in the space several times and add your word such as mat, place etc. release your dog from the mat and wait to see if they come back to it, help with a lure if needed. Gradually build in distance and once you have worked on your down add that as the position. Think cues, and how you are using your arm and leg to help direct towards the place.

15/12/2024

On the ninth day of Christmas, this one is more about something to think about!! Are you having doggie guests over the Christmas period? Does your dog know them and get on ok with them if they don’t try and meet up outside and go for a little walk first before coming into your home, perhaps keep them on leads while the visiting dog has a little sniff around and they both settle down. Be prepared just incase they need some time apart have a gate or barrier up between two rooms and something nice for them to lick or chew on while they are having some downtime. Keep it a happy Christmas for everyone, even the best dogs can get a bit worried with lots of noise, food and people around 🎅🏻

14/12/2024

Christmas trick number eight. Hand touch really great exercise to teach your dog with lots of life skills use from recall to manoeuvres. Start by holding your hand out to the side, you can make it a bit exciting by moving it around or talking to your dog to gain engagement. As soon as your dogs nose touches your hand mark and reward, repeat a couple of times, try with the other hand etc try to take the reward to the touch hand before giving. Add your cue as your dog is going towards the hand, gradually build in distance and hand follows. 🎅🏻

13/12/2024

The seventh trick of Christmas. Impulse control and release word. Ask your dog for a sit or down the aim is they stay there without additional cues while you make a pattern in front of them with treats, they should wait for a release cue before going to eat the treats. If you have a young or inexperienced dog start with just one treat and gradually build up. Let’s see your patterns!! 🎅🏻