Happy Paws Dog Training and Pet Sitting Services

13/09/2025

If anyone is local to Farnborough please keep an eye out for Peggy. If spotted, don’t try to catch her but report the sighting to the contact number.

‼️PLEASE SHARE, SHARE, SHARE ‼️

PEGGY, an EXTREMELY NERVOUS rescue dog, escaped from her rescue in North Ascot on 6th September 2025. She has since been sighted multiple times roaming/running around Farnborough but she is RUNNING FROM PEOPLE.

PEGGY is NOT to be approached - she will bolt which puts her in immediate danger from roads/rails - she needs to calm and settle to be safely trapped.

Trapping is completely humane, but relies on the dog being calm enough to feed WITHOUT ANY human interference - so far, Peggy has been disturbed by well meaning people every time she has been near to the trap (not surprising in an urban/residential area but frustrating) 😭 Calling her, whistling her, even just close eye contact is likely to move her on - and then, the whole process has to restart 😭

Peggy is a clever girl and will keep herself safe if left to do so. She does not naturally want to run down busy roads/cross rail tracks etc - let her 'do what she's doing' and MESSAGE US 🙏

IF YOU SEE HER, LEAVE HER BE and note the following and call/message us asap:
📆 DATE
⏰ TIME (exact time if possible or AM/PM)
📍 LOCATION (pinpoint on map)
🧭DIRECTION HEADED (nearest landmark)
🐕BEHAVIOUR (walking, running, nervous, calm, sniffing, did they stay in the area? How long?)
📸GET A PHOTO (for ID) if you possibly can

PLEASE SHARE THIS POST WIDELY ACROSS FARNBOROUGH TO ASCOT/FLEET and ALL surrounding areas

HELP US TO HELP PEGGY 🙏

Lost Dog Recovery UK South

09/09/2025

🐾 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 🐾

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

Teaching your dog a solid recall is one of the most important skills you can train.

If your dog is food-motivated one of the most effective ways to build a reliable recall is by using high-value rewards—something your dog finds truly irresistible. This might be pieces of cooked chicken, cheese, or a favourite soft treat that’s just kept for recall training.

🔑 Why it matters:
When we ask our dogs to return to us—especially in environments full of distractions—we’re asking them to turn away from something exciting. To make that choice easy for them, the reward we offer needs to be really good.

✅ Training tip:
Use high-value treats every single time your dog comes to you during early recall training. Be generous with your praise and rewards—this is how we build a recall that your dog won’t second-guess.

If you’ve been to one of my classes before you know I love to use JR Pure Pate as a recall reward. It’s easy to use, there are no hidden nasties in the ingredients and the dogs love it! It can also be frozen so if you don’t use it all just pop it in the freezer!

If you have questions about building a reliable recall or choosing the right rewards for your dog, feel free to get in touch

06/09/2025

Really useful advice here from Spaniel Aid particularly if you have a noise sensitive dog 🐶

On Sunday 7 September, the UK Government will be testing the Emergency Alert system at 3pm. All compatible mobile phones / tablets across the UK will make a loud siren-like sound and vibrate for around 10 seconds. Phones on silent will still sound the alert.

Dogs’ hearing is more sensitive than ours. If your dog is reactive to noise, startles easily or is anxious, here are some things to consider before the test:

- Walk them in advance of the test so they are more relaxed by 3pm. Return home in good time to a safe and comforting environment

- Keep your dog and phone in separate rooms and put the TV or radio on for background noise. Give your dog something to engage their brain such as a lick mat or long lasting non-rawhide chew. Provide reassurance if they need it

- If you are in a public space, keep your dog on the lead. Multiple phones could sound the alert from any direction, which could be disorientating, and initiate their fight or flight response. Others may also take their dog to the same “quiet spot” so be mindful that other dogs in the space may react differently from yours

- If disabling the alert is the best action for your circumstances, find out more from the UK Government: https://www.gov.uk/alerts/opting-out

28/08/2025

On my visit to Wellington Horse Trials at the weekend I stopped off at the stand and he took this amazing picture of my Luna. I am so so pleased with how it came out! If you’re ever you’re looking for a dog photographer I can highly recommend Ronan!

28/08/2025

*𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 - 𝟮 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗳𝘁*

Does your dog have selective hearing when out on a walk?

Are you worried about letting your puppy off the lead for the first time?

I’ll be running a special Recall workshop at the secure dog field Hoof & Woof in Frimley Green on Tuesday 2nd September at 7pm.

Over the course of the workshop I’ll show you how to improve your recall using modern, force-free methods.

Spaces are £30 each. Dogs must be comfortable working around other dogs.

For more info or to book your space please drop me a message. Spaces are limited 🐾

26/08/2025

🐾 Happy International Dog Day! 🐾

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible dogs who bring so much joy, loyalty, and love into our lives.

Here are my two: Luna, my 9-year-old black Lab, and Leven, my 4-year-old springer spaniel. They’ve taught me so much and continue to remind me why I love what I do.

To all the amazing dogs I’ve worked with (and their humans) — thank you!

📸 Share a photo of your pup in the comments and tell us what makes them special!

25/08/2025

Day off today and spent a lovely morning at Wellington International Horse Trials

16/08/2025

🐾 Upcoming training classes🐾

Held at the secure dog field Hoof & Woof, Frimley Green

🎓 5-Week Puppy Training Course
Is your puppy under 6 months old? Start them off on the right paw!
✔️ Basic obedience
✔️ Socialisation
✔️ Free treats, week-by-week socialisation guide and clicker

📅 Starts: Saturday 30th August
💷 £85 for the full 5-week course

🐕 Recall Workshop – One-Off Class
Struggling to get your dog to come back when called? This workshop is for you!
✔️ Suitable for dogs of any age
✔️ Fun, practical exercises
📅 Tuesday 2nd September at 7pm
💷 Just £30

Spaces are limited – book early to avoid missing out!

📍 Location: Hoof & Woof, Frimley Green (fully enclosed secure dog field)
📩 Message us now to reserve your spot or find out more!

13/08/2025

🐾 Limited Availability – Only 2 Spaces Left! 🐾

Our next 5-week Puppy Training Course begins on Saturday, 30th August at the secure dog field Hoof and Woof in Frimley Green.

This course is designed to give you and your puppy the best start, covering essential skills to build confidence, focus, and good behaviour through positive, reward-based training.

What’s included:
✔️ Foundation training (sit, down, stay, recall)
✔️ Lead walking and focus exercises
✔️ Confidence building and socialisation
✔️ Practical advice for common puppy challenges
✔️ Support from an experienced, qualified trainer

📍 Location: Hoof & Woof Secure Dog Field
📅 Start Date: Saturday 30th August, 1:30-2:15pm
⏳ Duration: 5 consecutive weeks
🎟️ Availability: Only 2 spaces remaining

If you’d like to reserve a space or find out more, please message via Facebook/Instagram or email [email protected]

11/08/2025

🐾 Does Your Dog Have Selective Hearing? 🐾

The Recall Workshop that was due to run tomorrow has been postponed due to the hot weather and I have a couple of spaces now available.

📍 Location: Hoof & Woof – Secure outdoor dog field
📅 Date: Tuesday 2nd September
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
💷 Cost: £30 per dog

This fun and practical outdoor session is perfect for dogs of all ages who need to brush up on their recall skills. Using positive methods in a safe, enclosed environment, you’ll learn how to make coming back to you the BEST part of your dog’s day.

🌟 Small group size for individual attention
🌟 Expert guidance
🌟 Real-life distractions for real-life results

🎟️ Spaces are limited – book now to secure your spot!

📩 Message us to reserve or find out more.