Dog training by Search and Rescue Dog Handler Jim - Strengthen the bond between you and your dog now
30/03/2025
Happy Mother’s Day! 🌺
Today, we celebrate all the incredible mums out there, the ones who guide, nurture, and love unconditionally. Whether you’re a Mum, Stepmum, Grandma, Granny, Nan, dog mum, or a mother figure in someone’s life, today is for you!
Motherhood comes in many forms, from raising little ones to caring for our four-legged family members. No matter how you give your love, you make the world a better place.
So here’s to the cuddles, the advice, the patience, and the unconditional love. You are appreciated, you are loved, and today, we celebrate you!
Wishing you all a beautiful Mother’s Day! ❤️
28/03/2025
Don’t Forget to Spring Forward! ⏰🌷
It’s that time again! This Sunday, we lose an hour of sleep but gain an hour of daylight as the clocks spring forward.
Sure, waking up might feel a little rough (hello, extra coffee ☕), but think of all the perks, longer evenings, more sunshine, and an excuse to blame being late on “daylight saving time confusion.”
So let’s welcome the brighter days ahead. Who’s ready for more time outside? (Dogs, we’re looking at you! 🐶)
28/03/2025
GreenArk is proud to support the volunteer organisation Staffordshire Search and Rescue Team (SSART), who work in partnership with Staffordshire Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue and Staffordshire Civil Contingencies Unit.
SSART locate and rescue missing people in urban and rural lowland areas.
GreenArk donates pet food for SSART’s search dogs and animals in need.
Dachshunds are a unique and lovable breed with a fascinating history!
🦡Originally bred in Germany over 300 years ago for hunting badgers. Their name means "badger dog" in German.
👑They were favoured by royalty, including Queen Victoria, who adored them.
🐾Known for their long bodies and short legs, perfect for burrowing into tunnels.
🎀Come in three coat types: smooth, long-haired, and wire-haired.
✨Have three size variations: standard, miniature, and "tweenie"
🐾 Courageous and independent, thanks to their hunting background.
😊 Can be stubborn, making training a challenge, but they are intelligent and love learning with positive reinforcement.
🥰 Very loyal and affectionate with their families.
🏡 Despite their size, they often think they are big dogs and will fearlessly protect their home.
💥Prone to IVDD (intervertebral disc disease) due to their long backs—care should be taken to avoid jumping from high places.
⚡️Known for their loud, deep bark—they make great watchdogs!
🌭Nicknamed "sausage dogs" due to their shape.
🐶 The world's oldest Dachshund, "Rocky," lived to be 25 years old!
20/03/2025
Spring has sprung—And Your Dog Knows It! ☀️🐾
The warmer weather, longer days, and fresh air mean more adventures for our dogs! But spring also comes with a few things to keep in mind:
🌿 Allergies & Shedding – Just like us, dogs can have seasonal allergies. Keep an eye out for itching, sneezing, and watery eyes. And be ready for extra shedding as they lose their winter coat!
🐜 Fleas & Ticks – These pesky critters are back! Make sure your dog's parasite prevention is up to date and always check your dog after being out and about.
🏞️ Outdoor Fun – Longer walks, hikes, and playdates are great, but watch out for toxic plants (like tulips and daffodils), lawn chemicals, and standing water that could carry bacteria.
💦 Mud & Messes – Spring means puddles! While dogs love them, they can bring hidden dangers, so be mindful of where they play and drink.
Spring is the perfect time to get outside, enjoy training, and soak up the sunshine with your pup. What are you and your dog most excited for this season? Share in the comments! 🐶🌸
17/03/2025
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16/03/2025
Did you know? 🧠
Labradors originated in Newfoundland, Canada, where they worked alongside fishermen retrieving nets and fish from icy waters. They were brought to England in the 19th century and developed into the breed we know today. Labradors are exceptional swimmers due to their webbed paws and strong tails, often referred to as "otter tails."
15/03/2025
🐶 Dog Training in Staffordshire – 1:1 Sessions Available! 🐶
Looking for expert dog training in Staffordshire? We offer 1:1 training sessions tailored to your dog's needs, whether at your home or a local area of your choice. From basic obedience to behaviour support, we’re here to help!
📍 Staffordshire based – happy to travel�🏡 In-home or local area training�🐾 Personalised sessions for all breeds & ages
Get in touch to book a session or find out more! 🐕✨ #1:1DogTraining
10/03/2025
The Power of Reward Based Training: Building a Stronger Bond with Your Dog
Training your dog should be fun, positive, and rewarding for both of you. Reward based training focuses on reinforcing good behaviours with something your dog loves, like treats, toys and praise. Instead of punishing mistakes, we teach our dogs what to do and make learning an enjoyable experience.
Why choose reward-based training?
✅ Builds confidence and trust
✅ Strengthens your bond
✅ Encourages eager participation
✅ Leads to long-lasting behaviour
When your dog knows that good choices lead to good things, they’ll want to repeat those behaviours. Whether you're working on basic manners, recall, or advanced skills, using rewards makes training effective and enjoyable.
What’s your dog’s favourite reward? Share below! ⬇️ Our boys will do anything for bread 🍞 and bananas 🍌
07/03/2025
Did you know?!
❣️ Greyhounds are one of the oldest dog breeds, dating back over 4,000 years to ancient Egypt, where they were revered by royalty.
❣️They have been used for hunting, coursing, and, more recently, racing and companionship.
❣️Greyhounds are the fastest dog breed, capable of reaching speeds up to 45 mph. However, they are sprinters, not endurance runners, and tire quickly.
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Dog Jim Training - Jim’s Story
Be Trained by Jim, a qualified UK NSARDA Dog Handler.
Jim has worked with dogs for over 20 years and is currently serving as a Search and Rescue Dog Handler in Staffordshire, England. Alongside his current Search Dog, a chocolate Labrador Retriever - Jake (Shown Above and below) the two operate as a search team locating vulnerable missing people for the Police.
Recognising that building a bond between handler and dog is key to getting the most out of training, Jim has put together the first module of five videos in a series of online training and is passing on this sought after training. Designed to better a handlers understanding into how dogs work, how to improve the bond between handler and dog and how to recognise what your dog needs, Jim's training videos go above and beyond to make it clear to the viewer how and why dogs work in the way they do. Understanding this is key to getting the most out of your dog.
Passing on valuable training techniques used to train search dogs Jim has been teaching his training to members of the public and their dogs with great success. All different shapes and sizes of dogs can regularly be found in his training classes searching for hidden items. In Jim's scent discrimination classes dogs are taught to smell a scent offered by their handler and go on to search for a corresponding item in the training environment.
Jim and Jake have been featured in Dogs Monthly Magazine and have even appeared on the BBC’s Crimewatch Roadshow demonstrating how they search for missing people.
