Paws Ahead Wirral

12/10/2025

Upcoming Holidays
Friday 24th October
Thursday 6th and Friday 7th November
Christmas
Last day 19th December
Will confirm return date asap

10/10/2025

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Know a dog that struggles with car travel?

It’s not always just motion sickness or anxiety, pain could be part of the problem.

From the way they jump in and out, to how they sit, stand, or lie down during the journey, travelling can place real strain on dogs with underlying musculoskeletal discomfort.

Possible signs your dog isn’t coping well:
– Hesitating or refusing to get in/out of the car
– Crying, shaking, or panting
– Standing rather than sitting
– Appearing stiff or tired after travel
– Showing reluctance before every trip

As Dynamic Dog practitioners, we look beyond behaviour to uncover the physical reasons behind what you see.

🎓 Discover how subtle signs of pain can affect everyday activities - https://www.dynamicdog.co.uk/dynamicdog

09/10/2025

01/10/2025

So good to have these 3 out together again after a rough year ❤️

10/09/2025

08/09/2025

Happy Monday 😊

08/09/2025

Closed for one day - Apologies for inconvenience
Tuesday 23rd September

31/07/2025

Not posted for a while (sorry). We have had fun this week practising posing for photos 🤣
Lots of amazing walks this week and some new friends joining us 😊

05/07/2025

This will be a great night for absolutely anyone interested in understanding your dog 😊 Message me for discount code if you want to book on
K9 BRATS - Booking by Bookwhen
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27/06/2025

In recent years, there’s been a growing awareness around the importance of ethical dog training, training that’s grounded in modern behavioural science, prioritises animal welfare, and strengthens the human-animal bond through positive reinforcement.

Unfortunately, many still fall into the trap of what’s known as “balanced training.” On the surface, it may sound reasonable, a mix of rewards and corrections, but here’s the truth:

•Balanced training relies heavily on punishment, including prong collars, e-collars, lead corrections - generally with a slip lead/garrotte, and intimidation.
•These methods suppress behaviour rather than address the root cause, often leading to fear, anxiety, long-term behavioral fallout and potential health implications.
•Scientific research consistently shows that aversive techniques increase stress and aggression in dogs and compromise trust in the handler.

Ethical, reward-based training not only produces reliable results, it does so without fear, force, or pain. It helps dogs learn because they feel safe, not because they’re afraid of the consequences.

•Ethical dog trainers guide towards and reward good behaviour instead of punishing mistakes.
•They work with our dogs, not against them.
•They prioritise their emotional well-being as much as their obedience - positive training does not mean permissive.
•They focus in on the ‘why’ and help reshape the dog’s emotions, leading to lasting results.

Science tells us this approach works better and strengthens the bond we share with our dogs.

We owe it to our dogs to use methods that respect their emotional and physical well-being. Dogs are not trying to dominate us, they’re trying to navigate a human world. It’s our job to guide them with compassion and clarity.

If you’re working with a trainer, ask about their methods. Words like “balanced” may sound harmless, but they often mask the use of outdated, harmful practices.
Another pointer is to call your pet insurance company and ask whether they will cover your dog whilst these balanced methods are being used - you may get a surprise.

Let’s move the industry forward - one dog, one human, one ethical choice at a time. 🐾

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19/06/2025

Not just relevant to collies, many dogs hide pain (it's great for survival). Definitely worth a read

Border collie reactivity - barking, lunging& nipping - is not only caused by fear & frustration - pain or discomfort often plays a role.

18/06/2025

No walks on the following dates due to a funeral and personal day. Sorry for late notice
Thursday 3rd July
Friday 4th July
Tuesday 8th July