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Dog Training and Canine Behaviour. Established 1999. Delta One Canines provide "One to one" training for pet owners to all levels.

For owners experiencing behavioural problems with their dogs, a behavioural consultation can be provided. This enables owners to then deal with the root causes of the problems instead of treating the symptoms. All training and advice is effective, acceptable and affordable.

26/08/2025

National Dog Day.
Today, 26th August is designated as National Dog Day.
It was established in 2004 by dog enthusiasts to bring to the attention of the public the plight of the many dogs in the U.K. that are in Rescue.
National Dog Day celebrates all dogs of whatever breed and brings to our attention the thousands of dogs that bring comfort and pleasure into our lives. Family dogs and dogs that work selflessly each day to save lives and keep us safe. Dogs assist us every day. For personal protection, for law enforcement, for the disabled, for our freedom and safety by detecting bombs and drugs.
Sometimes we perhaps need a reminder of the important role that dogs play in all of our lives....Bob.

25/08/2025

I.R.A. Bomb in Coventry….86th Anniversary
On 25 August 1939, five people died and 70 were injured when an IRA bomb exploded in Coventry city centre.
Police investigations revealed the bomb had been planted by the IRA as part of what is now a largely-forgotten campaign of attacks on English cities known as the S Plan. (S for sabotage).
The bomb was left in a bicycle in Broadgate, the very heart of the city.
The Coventry bombing took place just nine days before the outbreak of World War Two and the IRA attacks on cities including Birmingham, Manchester, Oxford, Liverpool and London, continued until March 1940.
Two men were convicted of the atrocity and were later hanged at Winson Green Prison in Birmingham.
World events overcame the news of this incident, with war being declared on 3rd September 1939.
Whilst not wishing to dwell on the past, I am sure there are many who would wish to give a thought to the innocent victims of this act who unfortunately history seems to have forgotten. The accompanying photo is of the bicycle used in the attack....Bob.

20/08/2025

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Susan Turnbull-Ransford, John Goodall, Janette Highway, Sue Bryan, Richard Darlison

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20/08/2025

Windfall Apples….Annual Warning.
Once again it is the time of year to issue the annual warning about windfall apples being eaten by dogs. There is a potential danger of dogs eating windfall apples and being poisoned by the cyanide that is contained in the pips. Whilst it may be true that most dogs would have to eat a large number of apples before suffering the consequences, surely it is better to avoid the problem.
Each year instances of dogs being poisoned by this means are reported by vets throughout the country.
Signs that this poisoning has happened would be extreme vomiting and lethargy.
Whilst the windfall season is fairly short, nevertheless it is worth bearing in mind. Try to keep dogs away from windfall apples…. Bob.

15/08/2025

Should I say “No”?
“No” seems to be a word used frequently by a large number of pet dog owners. In fact, I believe that there are a large number of dogs that think that their name is “No”!
Whilst there may be nothing wrong with telling a dog “No”, I would suggest that unless it is used merely as an interruptive word to gain a dogs attention when he is doing something we do not want, then it is too vague. It does not tell him what we actually want him to do. I feel a better course of action is to give the dog a command to do something that we do want. We should be positive not negative.
An example would be, if the dog is jumping up at someone and we merely say “No”, how does the dog interpret this? If “No” means to the dog that he should stop what he is doing then does that mean he can jump up at another person, or jump up at the same person from another direction or just jump higher? If instead we were to tell him to “Sit” then that is clear to the dog what we require of him (assuming that he has been taught the “Sit” command).
Merely saying “No”, without a positive command to direct him into the right course of action, will only lead to confusion. I repeat, we should be POSITIVE not negative….Bob.

12/08/2025

Rise in demand for puppies.
A recent survey by the Pets4Homes group, tells us that the demand for puppies in the U.K. has risen by 33% between 2019 and June of this year.
In that same year the average cost of a puppy has risen by 14.3%.
Goldendoodles are for the third year in succession the most sought after puppy.
Axel Lagercrantz, CEO of Pets4Homes, said “Britain’s love affair with pets has entered a new chapter – and it’s more competitive than ever.
But with prices also rising fast, this new boom comes with a warning: the UK’s love for pets is back in full force, but prospective owners must be prepared – emotionally and financially – for the responsibility, especially in today’s uncertain world.”
I have to agree with the CEO, the responsibility of taking on a dog is enormous, and not one to be taken lightly.
In addition, prospective purchasers of puppies should beware of puppy farms, irresponsible breeders, unscrupulous importers of puppies, and some “rescue organisations” bringing in puppies from abroad, who are merely thinly disguised business’s with little or no compassion for the puppies....Bob.

07/08/2025

Am I making progress fast enough?
This is a question that I occasionally hear from clients.
When they ask this question they are invariably comparing their dog to someone else’s dog. Or even worse, to a previous dog they have owned. (We all look at our previous dogs through Rose coloured glasses!).
My answer to this question is that they should never compare their dog to another dog. All dogs, and indeed, all owners, are different.
I advise them that the way to judge progress is to think what they are able to do with their dog and ask themselves if they could have done that a week or a month ago? The answer is invariably no.
Another point in relation to progress in training is that if we are not careful, we tend to focus on things that the dog may not be doing so well. Instead we should be thinking about the things that he does do well.
Dog training can be a slow progress, but invariably, slow and steady wins the race!...Bob.

04/08/2025

Return of Pet Passports.
The Kennel Club has welcomed the announcement that pet passports will return, as part of the UK-EU trade deal.

The recent UK–EU agreement brings welcome relief to pet owners. As part of a broader deal aimed at improving trade and travel relations, the reinstatement of the pet passport system means UK-issued pet passports are once again valid for travel to EU countries.
This change removes the need for repeated Animal Health Certificates (AHCs), easing both the administrative burden and financial strain on pet owners.
This latest move should make travelling in Europe with our dogs simpler, more cost effective, and the passport should last the life of the dog....Bob.

31/07/2025

Grass Seed Injuries.
Grass seed injuries are a common problem for dogs during summer months. When examined closely, some grass seeds resemble tiny arrowheads which attach themselves easily to an animal's fur and burrow into the skin. Breeds with hairy ears and hairy feet are more at risk if walked in meadows or woodlands where these grasses commonly grow in abundance.
The two most common areas of a dog to be affected are the ears and the feet.
Common signs of grass seeds affecting your dog include:
• shaking its head
• licking its paws
• looking uncomfortable
• being lethargic
• seeming like it's in pain
If your dog is showing any of these signs, especially if they have been walking in long grass, , the advice is to contact your vet immediately....Bob.

28/07/2025

Police Dog “Finn” – Memorial.
In 2016, P.D. “Finn” of the Hertfordshire Constabulary was seriously stabbed whilst assisting his handler P.C. Dave Wardell arrest a violent offender.
At that time there was no specific offence of injuring a police dog so the offender could only be charged with criminal damage.
As a result of this incident a campaign was launched to make injuring of a service animal, dogs or horses, a specific offence.
This campaign was successful and in April 2019 “Finns Law” received the Royal assent.
“Finn” died in 2023, but his legacy is a law that hopefully will give added protection to Police Dogs.
A memorial, paid for by public donations, is to be unveiled today in Buntingford, Hertfordshire, a town and county where “Finn” lived and worked, in memory of “Finn” and the legacy that he left behind.....Bob.

25/07/2025

Blue – Green Algae....Annual Warning.
The Kennel Club has issued its annual warning to dog owners to beware of the presence of Blue-Green Algae on bodies of water such as ponds, rivers, streams and lakes.
Already this year deaths of dogs have been reported that have been poisoned by the toxins emitted by the Blue-Green Algae. It is anticipated that the situation will worsen as the Summer advances.
The Kennel Club is advising owners to be aware of how to identify blue-green algae and to not let their dogs swim or drink from it, or enter it themselves. The signs of blue-green algae can include:
• Water that appears a different colour, often resembling pea soup, although it can even be red, brown or black
• Blooms are not always large and can sometimes be seen in smaller areas close to the shore
• The water may smell musty, earthy or grassy and you may sometimes see foam along the shoreline.
Signs of poisoning vary, but they can include dribbling, tiredness, vomiting and diarrhoea, convulsions, problems breathing and organ failure.
While symptoms usually appear within an hour they can sometimes be delayed by a few days, so owners should always contact their vet immediately if they believe their dog may have been affected.
Water can be very inviting to some dogs but caution should be exercised to avoid problems....Bob.

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