Happy Dogs

03/05/2023

Some summer fun ready for you.

Please contact me to book or enquire about any of the classes.

Silver level UK Sniffer dogs scent detection. Fridays @ 10.30am. June 30th, July 7th, 14th, & 21st. 4 week course.

Bronze level UK Sniffer dogs scent detection. Saturdays @ 10am. July 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd. 4 week course.

Introduction to Treibball. Thursdays @ 6pm. 29th June, 6th, 13th, & 20th July. 4 week course.

Treibball intermediate level. Tuesdays @ 6pm. 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th July. 4 week course.

Introduction to Hoopers. Wednesdays @ 10am. 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th July.

[email protected]

07850 004470

23/03/2023

CALLING ALL URBAN HERDERS and dogs that have a high chase/play drive.

Fulfill those unmet needs with a great, fun, low impact sport that is good for mind and body.

Beginners Treiball coming in April, this will be a 4 week introductory course starting on Monday 17th April at 6pm.

Please contact me to book a place.

19/12/2022

09/12/2022

People often don't realise how much cpd we have to complete to maintain our professional qualifications.

Many, many hours and £1000's get spent on continued learning in order to bring you the best and most up to date knowledge.

Usually we quietly get on with it and the certificates get filed away...but I had to share this one. I am super proud to be part of this movement to change the lives of dogs and owners. 😊

29/11/2022

Do you have a reactive dog?

Is your dog a little older and struggling with mobility?

Is your dog recovering from surgery and on restricted exercise?

Are you bored with regular training classes and looking for something new?

Join us in the fastest growing dog sport in the UK...turn your dog into a detective.

Beneficial to ALL dogs, any age, any breed. Providing mental enrichment, low impact gentle exercise and a purpose. Fantastic for reactive dogs, giving them something to focus on other than triggers. The benefits of scentwork are far reaching.

This is where bonds are truly made...work with your dog as a team, have fun and watch your dog succeed doing the thing they do best....SNIFF

https://www.facebook.com/positiveapproachDT/

04/11/2022

Want a change from dreary winter walks?

Come and train for your IMDT partnership grades instead!!

An enriching alternative to cold, wet walks. Functional training with real life applications such as walking nicely on the lead. 😀

Lots of fun exercises, for dogs and owners, work your way up the grades... build bonds, improve behaviour, increase understanding.

All ages and stages welcome, classes kept small to ensure plenty of individual attention.

Start with the grade 1 and 2 classes, Friday 25th November, 2nd, 9th and 16th December at 11am. Book in 4 week blocks, drop in and out as it suits you. £80.00 for all 4 classes.

16/08/2022

https://www.facebook.com/107168641960905/posts/148918867785882/?d=n

The Reward Seeking Instinct

Your dog has a 'reward seeking instinct'. Same as we do...it's the 'feel good factor' that we all crave.

If we don’t reward our dogs, they will naturally reward themselves. That’s a given!

For example, have you ever been dragged by your dog over to a patch of grass that they want to sniff?

Or has your dog ever jumped up at someone or stolen something that wasn’t given to them?

All of these things are rewarding behaviours and dogs will practice, repeat and get very good at things that they find rewarding.

FOCUS ON THE GOOD AND THE GOOD GETS BETTER

During positive dog training we use this 'reward seeking instinct' to mould some of the behaviours that we do want from them.

If we make the behaviours we like the ones most rewarding to the dog they will repeat them, they will get good at them, they will enjoy the feeling it gives
them and they will choose to do them.

Reward based, or positive dog training is not just a matter of opinion, it is backed by science.

If we can so easily tap into this 'reward seeking instinct' when training, why would we ever use any other method.

Lynne x

27/07/2022

Get ready to register your interest early...typically these courses fill up quickly. 😊

08/07/2022

16/06/2022

TOP TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR DOG SAFE DURING THE HOT WEATHER ..

We all know that it's unsafe to walk our dogs in extreme heat, so if it's not possible for you to get out for a walk very early or very late, don't worry because there's plenty you can do at home ☺

Here are some ideas to get you started:

1. PADDLING POOL - Buy a kiddies paddling pool, they are as cheap as chips and a great way for your dog to cool off in the garden.

2. TRAINING!! - This is a fantastic opportunity to get that extra practice in. You can work on building duration on existing behaviours, teach some new ones .. you can even practice your recall and loose lead walking in the house! (Assuming your house is nice and cool)

3. STEVE MANN'S RUCKSACK WALK - Try Steve Mann's wonderful rucksack walk. Again you could devise an indoor version and turn it into an adventure!

If you're unfamiliar with it, drop me a line and ask.

4. KONG - Put something yummy in a Kong and freeze it, then give to your dog to enjoy like a dog friendly ice lolly.

5. SNIFFING - Do some sniffing!! Let your dog move from room to room looking for some little treats, pausing for a while with a frozen Lickimat before continuing the hunt.

6. Cool mats, it's worth investing in a couple so that your dog has a selection of cool, shady places to flop down. If you don't have any, a damp towel on the floor can give your dog the option of cooling off.

These are just a few ideas but if you think of anymore share them for the benefit of others in the comments ..

Stay safe in this hot weather 🌞

Lynne x

01/06/2022

Are you getting a puppy?

Download a FREE copy of my eBook Your Guide to Getting a Puppy.

This gives you my expert tips and advice on what you need to do and think about before your new family member arrives!

It covers things like, toilet training, sleep deprivation, diet & nutrition, hazards, toys & bedding, socialisation and more ..

Please follow the link below to get your guide now:

https://www.positiveapproachdogtraining.co.uk/free-getting-a-puppy-guide

Lynne
x

30/05/2022

PUPPY GROUP TRAINING CLASSES

I'm really pleased to announce I'm going to squeeze in another Puppy Training Class before Summer break!

DATE: July 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th
TIME: 6pm or 6.30pm start for 1 hour (let me know what suits best)
VENUE: my venue in Brinkworth, Wiltshire
COST: £65.00

Classes are kept small, so that everyone gets the individual help they need.

You will finish the course equipped with the skills and knowledge you need to ensure your puppy grows into a confident and polite family / society member.

We will aim to cover the following in the 4 sessions:

- Eye contact/focus
- Settle
- Reward hierarchy
- Recall/reflex to name
- The foundations of loose lead walking
- Confidence building exercises
- Basic obedience, ie sit and how to build the 3 d's.
- Puppy biting, jumping up and chewing
- Body language and polite interactions with other dogs and people.
- Discuss prevention of separation anxiety

Please email me to book your place or ask a question -

[email protected]

Lynne x

26/05/2022

Sorry...I'm still getting calls for summer boarding. We are full sorry.

12/05/2022

Please like and share the page also thank you 😊

https://www.facebook.com/positiveapproachDT/

Hello! I'm really proud to officially launch my brand new website for my dog training services ..

Please follow the link below and head on over (if you haven't already!) to see:

- the full list of services I offer
- a bit about me
- and read the start of my blog, where I will be sharing my expert advice on how to find the true bond between you and your dog ☺

https://www.positiveapproachdogtraining.co.uk/

Thank you!
Lynne x

12/05/2022

I wanted to share this wonderful review I received from my client 🥰

It's such a honour to help improve the relationship between a dog and their human - especially with these results!

Lynne x

26/04/2022

ATTENTION ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️

The training side of the business now has it's own new page, with a brand new name and shiny new website .

I would greatly appreciate some likes and shares from all you lovely people.

If you've been to any of my classes or had a 1-1 session with me please feel free to leave a review either on Facebook or Google....or both 😉

Those of you that have known me for a while will undoubtedly recognise the silhouettes in the new logo ❤️

Thank you 🙏

https://www.facebook.com/positiveapproachDT/

Lynne Hoyle IMDT.
Scent Detection, Tracking, Mantrailing. 1-1's, puppy classes, hoopers, Treiball.

11/04/2022

May 2022 Bronze level scent detection course.
This is a beginner level scent detection course.
No previous experience or training needed for dogs or handlers.
The course is beneficial to all dogs regardless of breed, temperament or age.
Course will run at 9.30am on Saturday mornings. 4 classes starting on May 14th then 21st, 28th and 11th June.

Classes are held in Brinkworth Wiltshire and will be outside.

For more details pm or contact me on 07850 004470. 😊

25/03/2022

What a beautiful morning for Sniffer class ☺️

15/03/2022

This video presents a collection of excerpts from canine olfaction experiments conducted at the Penn State University Gas Dynamics Lab during a research stud...

13/03/2022

In this Quick Sniff video we discuss one of the aspects of what we call Step 0 which is part of the Odor Pays training program for Detection Dogs.This video ...

13/03/2022

11/03/2022

More people like this please ❤️

18/02/2022

Heart goes out...so awful.

It is with a heavy heart, we would like you to know .
Cuckavalda Gundogs have had a tragic accident around 4pm yesterday .
A tree blow down taking a powerline of 11k vol with it which fell on the kennel block which electrified the runs. Unfortunately 13 dogs lost their lives.

A full investigation is underway by Northern Power Grid .

Jack and Anna would like to thank everyone who have shown their concern and given help.

And to Grace Lane Vets for coming out .

At this time there is so much to do and things to sort so we ask that you do not telephone .

This photo was taken only last week and very few of the black Labradors are still with us .

There will not be a this week as we remember
Cockers
Troy
Olive

Labradors
Guy
Goldie
Port

Dill
Dora
Rick
Cora
Polly
Tilly
Ivy
Rose

RIP you beautiful creatures - all taken far too young - Aged between 7 months and 6 years

03/02/2022

Gorgeous bunch of sniffers!

27/01/2022

Grrrrr! So well said, this programme is shocking!

2024 update -

This post was made two years ago and has recently been getting attention again. The sad thing is that actually nothing has changed. This program is still being made. There is ( as far as I know - and very happy to be corrected if I am wrong) no veterinary involvement with these dogs prior to filming.

How many more dogs are going to be labled as awkward, difficult, stubborn or just lazy when actually there is an underlying pain issue?

We have so many wonderful trainers and behaviourists that could fill this man’s shoes and provide far more valuable advice and training. Stop giving people like this man air time… pick someone who actually cares about the wellbeing of the dogs they work with instead of the cash going to line their pockets…

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Some phrases used on this particular episode of ‘Dogs behaving (very) badly’ where 8 year old Ruby would only get off the sofa if the rug was over the laminate flooring, and would sit down and stop on walks…

‘being a madam’

‘Controlling the diva’

‘Indulging her with rugs’

‘Thinks she’s in charge’

OR

Is this actually a dog in pain, a dog scared of slipping and hurting, a dog trying to tell everyone that she’s uncomfortable?

It’s not indulging her with a rug, it’s making sure her own home is accessible and safe for her. She’s not ‘being a diva’ and refusing to walk, she’s telling you it hurts and she’s uncomfortable.

I’m very glad that the owners realise that this dogs weight is having a significant impact on her life but there are other things that need addressing here. I have no doubt they absolutely adore their girl, that is very clear to see, but I desperately wish they had the right kind of support for Ruby, not just let’s force her to walk and walk on a floor she’s is scared

Dogs Behaving Very Badly and The Dogfather (Graham Hall)… I’m afraid the blame falls to you on this occasion. You have a massive platform with thousands of dog owners watching every episode. How about talking about signs of pain? Indicators of discomfort? When behaviours actually tell us somethings wrong? Ways to adapt houses for older dogs and those that struggle with mobility? You could educate SO MANY owners but no, it doesn’t happen. Instead we just see an uncomfortable dog being forced to walk when she doesn’t want to, and live in an environment that she is scared of.

Dogs need us to advocate for them, to realise when we need to do more and to learn the ways that they tell us something isn’t right. Owner education is the key to this and this could have been a brilliant opportunity to do just that.

25/01/2022

March 2022. Bronze level scent detection course.
No previous experience or training needed for dogs or handlers.
The course is beneficial to all dogs regardless of breed, temperament or age.
Course will run at 10am on Friday 4th March, 11th, 25th and Friday April 1st.
£140 for all 4 classes allowing you to achieve a Bronze level scent detection certificate.
For more details dm or contact me on 07850 004470. 😊