The Positive Pup

29/03/2024

28/03/2024

Meet Rory, a beautiful Flat Coated Retriever.

Rory is not keen on the car, so his guardians bought us in to help make him more comfortable, and to ensure journeys were less stressful.

Rory is doing a grand job so far and is making great progress!

If your dog is struggling with car journeys, why not get in touch with us today to find out how we can help

27/03/2024

The first local dog show of the year!

Get in touch with Alex Damon (details below) to enroll your dog

25/03/2024

Now in a new venue!!

Give your puppy the best start. Join our Little Stars puppy class in April

24/03/2024

Ahhhh, this little guy, such a pleasure to work with 😍His name is Archie and he is an adolescent West Highland White Terrier.

We have been working with Archie since he was a pup, and he really has come on in leaps and bounds. During our last session we were teaching him how to stay on the mat when there are distractions present, preparing him for outings to exciting places with his family. This little guy loves to learn!!

If you need some assistance with your dog, why not get in touch today to see how we can help you!

22/03/2024

Check out those hypnotic eyes! This is Archie, a gorgeous 4 year old Labradoodle.

Archie is sadly reactive towards some dogs, and so has just started our 'Chaos to Calm' package. We are going to help Archie to feel more confident around dogs that he is not familiar with.

We already know that Archie is a foodie who learns really quickly, and with his guardian's dedication, we have high hopes for this lad!

Is your dog reactive around other dogs? Is so, why not get in touch today to find out how we can help you.

20/03/2024

Did you know that today is the day to celebrate all of those dogs who wear yellow. It is also important that we raise awareness of why dogs wear yellow, to help owners using this colour with their dogs, and help people understand why, and know what to do.

Dogs tend to wear yellow (harnesses, leads, collars, jackets etc) to show people that they needs space.

But why would they need space you might ask? Well, the dog could be fearful of humans, and/or dogs. The dog may be reactive, whether through trauma, pain, fear, or something else.

As you can see, there are many reasons why a dog wears yellow, and in all honesty, we really don't need to know the exact why. We just need to know what we should do when encountering such a dog.

The best thing you can do is to respect their need for space and keep your distance, so that dog isn’t pushed beyond what it can happily manage whilst enjoying a walk.

Remember too that it is very likely that the guardian of the dog is working to help the dog become more comfortable, more 'socially acceptable', but that it takes time to change behaviour and rebuild a dogs confidence. One event can undo all their hard work, so please, for their sake, don't be that event! Give them the space they need!

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20/03/2024

Great image from Lonnie Easterling!

18/03/2024

Ahhh, who doesn't love a Red Fox Lab!

Meet Rusty, he is an adolescent fella, who tackles life with much gusto! He is living his best life, but sadly his method of greeting people is not compatible with the needs of his guardians. His enthusiasm is just too much for some.

Luckily Rusty is an avid foodie and we soon had him controlling his impulses and making better choices. Of course, this kind of behaviour is not fixed in the blink of an eye, as he has had months to practice the undesirable behaviour, and build up a habit. His guardians however now have the tools they need to keep up the great work, and the future looks bright, both for Rusty and the visitors!

If you are struggling with your dog, why not get in touch to see how we can help.

16/03/2024

Love this from Shakepaws.com. So very true!

14/03/2024

Check out this little lad! His name is Rolo and he is a Cairn Terrier.

Rolo is an excitable little lad, who had previously made it his mission to jump all over visitors. He also struggles to settle.

After a few sessions with us, I am now really pleased to report that little Rolo is mastering the art of impulse control, and is now making much better choices when people arrive! He is also learning to settle too, much to the relief of his guardians! Keep up the fabulous work Rolo!

If your have a similar issue with your dog, why not get in touch today to find out how we can hep you.

13/03/2024

Absolutely love this from See Spot Learn.

11/03/2024

Meet Ernie the gorgeous Show Cocker Spaniel.

We have been working on teaching him that wearing a muzzle can be fun! He has taken to this training like a duck to water, racing through the stages!

Muzzles are a useful preventative tool to keep dogs from engaging in dangerous behaviour with their mouths — and that doesn't mean just biting. Muzzles can be especially helpful for dogs who like to eat non-food items. Let's face it, dogs have a tendency to follow their nose, but occasionally that can lead them astray. Muzzles are also helpful to prepare for a veterinary emergency, to ensure a vet can provide the necessary care quickly and safely. If you feel your dog could benefit from wearing a muzzle, then why not get in touch with us today to find out how we can help.

07/03/2024

Meet Kyra, an adolescent Cockerpoo

This beautiful little lady can be bit of a jumper when she is excited, so her guardians booked a package with us to help her break the habit.

This little lady is super smart and a quick learner, so we are anticipating great things from her!

Does your dog greet people in inappropriate ways? Why not get in touch today to find out how we can help you - [email protected]

06/03/2024

Are you struggling with an anxious dog? Perhaps your dog is reactive towards other dogs. Living with these challenges can be hard, but it doesn't have to be this way. Why not make your life easier by getting in touch today to find out how we can help - [email protected]

05/03/2024

Check out sleepy Frida, the English Bull Terrier. I guess training sessions are exhausting!

Frida is an anxious dog, despite her build and size. When working with an anxious dog, it is super important to go at their pace, so not only do they feel comfortable, but they are more able to learn.

Once she realised we were her friends, it was a joy to see her relax and actively choose to be around us.

Do you need help with your dog? Why not get in touch today to find out how we can help - [email protected]

04/03/2024

Do you have a new puppy? Or perhaps you are thinking about getting one, but feel a little overwhelmed by what might lie in store.

Fear not, here at The Positive Pup, we can help you navigate the challenges, and help you make informed decisions for your new addition!

Why not get in touch today to find out more - [email protected]

01/03/2024

Looking for a supportive, empathetic and understanding trainer? Well look no further as we may just have what you are looking for! Why not get in touch today to find out more - [email protected] We can't wait to hear from you!

29/02/2024

Meet handsome Charlie, a 2 year old Golden Retriever.

This gorgeous boy seemed perfect in every way, until faced with exciting distractions such as people and other dogs. His strength when bouncing about on the lead meant that his guardians were unable to take them to places that they knew he would enjoy.

After working with us, Charlie's engagement with his guardians is now on point, and impressive to see. He is easily able to ignore the things that caused the problems, and they are now able to enjoy him fully again. Well done Charlie!!

If you struggle with your dog around distractions, why not get in touch and see how we can help you - [email protected]

28/02/2024

Struggling with recall, or engagement on walks with your dog? Why not get in touch with us today to find out how we can help you - [email protected]

27/02/2024

Meet gorgeous Petra, an adolescent German Shepherd. We have recently had the pleasure of working with this lady to improve her walks. Petra is such a sweet girl and has made great progress. If you need some help with your dog, why not get in touch today to find out how we can help - [email protected]

26/02/2024

Anther great review!

If you are finding your dogs behaviour challenging, or perhaps you would just like a little help to boost your dogs progress, drop us an email - [email protected]

24/02/2024

Check out some of our Little Stars puppy course graduates!

If you have a puppy and are looking for a face to face course that's a step above the rest, why not get in touch today to find out more - [email protected]

23/02/2024

Another great review!

If you would like some help with your dog, don't hesitate to drop us an email - [email protected]

23/02/2024

Look at that face!! 😍

Meet gorgeous Archie who is lucky enough to have a little baby human brother arriving in March!

His guardians are keen to make sure that the transition from 3 to 4 goes smoothly, and that Archie doesn’t feel pushed out. Because of this, they have enrolled him on our Bump to Baby package, and so far he’s doing a grand job!

If, like Archie’s guardians, you want to make sure you do everything you can to ensure all goes well with a new arrival, why not drop us an email [email protected]

16/02/2024

Another great review on our Little Stars Puppy class. Why not join our next course with your pup on 27th February 2024 in Corsham.

Check out this link to find out more:

https://www.thepositivepup.co.uk/new-little-stars-course