MilnersMutts

02/07/2024

Hi everyone

Summer has finally arrived! Alison has 1-2-1 availability on Tuesday and Thursday and some Friday evenings, whether you wanted to improve recall or general life skills or more specifically agility foundations.

Get in contact to discuss your specific requirements.

17/11/2023

Puppy classes January 2024 6 week course starting mid January £75

Please contact Alison

10/10/2023

I have a couple of spaces left on puppy course starting 15th oct 9.15am for 6 weeks £75 for more details please email [email protected]. This course as well as working on general skills will also cover a few of the foundation skills for agility.

30/08/2023

Milnersmutts will be opening their doors to puppy life skills and foundation for agility. Whether you want to do agility or not these classes have valuable lessons to teach your dogs to live in a human world. Join Alison in Oct, more information coming soon!!

16/07/2023

Did you know Milnersmutts still offers puppy training 1-2-1s and bespoke courses. 1-2-1s can take place at my training field or in your own home dependent on what you want to work on. Please enquire for more details.

15/07/2023

So very proud of Chloe and Merlot who went to their first agility competition today and then came away with a 1st in jumping, they have worked very hard over the last two years and it has paid off!
Agility is not always easy but the rewards make up for it!

11/02/2023

Don’t mess with these house rabbits!! They are huge. Petsitting again with Lotties , masie and hous rabbits Molly and Max

31/12/2022

Happy new year to new and old clients!
See you in 2023 which is 10th anniversary of MilnersMutt agility.

21/11/2022

30/09/2022

Did you know that agility is so much more than jumping jumps going through tunnels and over contact equipment…. Agility entails human and dog to be in sync with each other, the handler (that’s what us humans are called) are the satnav around the course cueing where and how the equipment is to be taken, whilst our dogs perform the manoeuvres at speed always listening or keeping an eye on the handlers for those important instructions.
The most used bit of equipment on a course is the jump, it can be taken from the front, the back, as a slice or as a wrap, sometimes even you have to run past it altogether. Even the tunnel (and weaves) can be taken in several different ways, entries and exits are so important. But the most important thing is that you and your dog have a safe and enjoyable time.
So when you join Milnersmutts there are loads of ground work exercises that are taught that can be done with little or no equipment to ensure your dog understands what you are asking and to do it safely. This is also why you can take foundation classes with your younger dogs (from 6months). If Alison hasn’t got any classes or courses then you can start 1-2-1s that are tailored to you and your dogs needs. With nearly 15 years of dog training and agility experience, competing with several different breeds of dogs at different heights and achieving grade 7 with her own dogs. As well as helping her own clients to walk into the ring for the first time working up the grades to achieve grade 7, semi-finals and finals at discover dogs and with over 7 years experience of judging. You know that Alison can not only introduce you to a fantastic hobby with your dog but provide you with the skills if you decide that you would like to go further.

If you would like to book a 1-2-1 agility or see what it is all about then why not contact Alison.
Here are some of Alison’s and her clients dogs inaction or with their prizes

29/08/2022

I have a space for dog walking on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Your dog gets picked up and dropped off. Goes to my training field or other suitable walks in the local area, where they can meet other friendly dogs, learning how to chill and interact appropriately. I also have space on these days for a dog that wants some individual attention or needs a space to run around.
Please get in contact if you would like to discuss your dogs individual needs.

27/06/2022

Puppy course Tuesday evenings starting 6.00pm September 13th 6 weeks £70
At westmill farm outdoors
Maximum of 6 puppies any age from fully vaccinated to 6 months. Please let me know if you would like to join this course, as I only have a few puppies on my list.

01/06/2022

New foundation agility course starting 22nd June for dogs over 6 months £75 for 6 weeks.
Please email [email protected]

19/05/2022

It’s sad when you have to say goodbye to a client. Poppy and griffin’s owner is moving back to wales for her retirement, which means these two will not be coming to classes. Poppy is retired now but she started at Milnersmutts 7 years ago and griffin attended puppy classes all the way through to advanced agility class. We will hopefully see griffin and his owner at shows throughout the year . But for now good bye and Good luck in your new home.

18/05/2022

When starting agility, it’s way more than just jumping jumps, going through tunnels and over contact equipment. It involves dog and handler working as a team, the handler directs the dog around a course and the dog listens to cues and performs the behaviour.

Dogs need to have several elements of fitness to perform the most basic sequences this includes cardiovascular, balance, Coordination and strength. Along with these elements dogs need to have a basic understanding of how to learn. Then there is the handler who needs to do several things at once, remember the sequence/course, timing/cueing and be able to move (distance handlers use there body just in a different way). Most of all both needs enthusiasm.

When you book a Milnersmutts course we gradually build up these skills in both humans and dogs, all the while the dogs are learning what is required before they start using equipment. Foundations are key, it also means your dogs will build all the fitness elements above before any impact occurs. Good foundations means that when they go onto the equipment they have all the skills they need.

I want you and your dog to be safe, healthy but have fun!

Next agility course will start soon!!

10/04/2022

One of Alison’s petsitting clients this week looking very regal! Alison offers pop in visits for small animals; cats, birds (including chickens), rodents and amphibians.

09/04/2022

Maggie may is 6 months today and started her foundations for agility including some tricks! Doesn’t she look cute!

03/04/2022

What a great course running session, it’s always great to practice this especially coming upto agility season! Well done everyone.

02/04/2022

Singing along to grease makes Dory c**k her head….. she likes my singing! Dory is one of my regular petsitting clients!

01/04/2022

It’s been a busy week at HQ, as well as training my own dogs. I have had several 1-2-1s, petsitting and looking after chickens and cats. Last weekend one of my clients run in there 2nd show and won her class. Here is Jess with all her rosettes!

25/03/2022

Building confidence and desire to work starts from the very first time that you train your dog! Foundations are the key to building confidence, short sessions, rewarding loads, this works well for c**ker spaniels (some breeds can tolerate longer sessions). Desire to work is all about joy and fun! Whether training agility, obedience, hoopers or any dog sport, breaking down the skills in small bite size sessions means the dog retains the information and increases their desire to work more! Here ivy is working on her seesaw stop criteria she has only being doing this for a few sessions but the joy is quite evident from that wagging tail!
Short sessions and making it fun is key!

22/03/2022

I’m definately enjoying this glorious weather, also means I can do a little bit of my own dog training in between clients! Enjoying the beautiful view across the lake at the bottom of my training paddock.

18/03/2022

Did you fancy having a go at agility with your dog? Or maybe you want to have a go at hoopers? Maybe you can’t make regular class or course! Why not book a 1-2-1!
Available weekdays/evenings/weekends
30mins £15
60mins £30
Contact Alison to arrange a day and time.

16/03/2022

Did you know that not only does Alison have two qualifications in agility, Agility 1st instructor and agility club instructor (among other disciplines),she is also KC agility judge (last 7 years) has competed for the last 12 years and competes regularly throughout the year. Her first and second dog got to grade 5 and 6 respectively and her current dog is grade 7 (highest grade in UK) and has competed at Championship getting into the final at her first Championship. She has competed at all heights small, medium, intermediate and large.
Alison has been teaching agility for fun and competition for the last 9 years building her client base from scratch and taken several clients to grade 7 and championship.

Along with teaching the skills required to complete a course, she has a passion for course analysis, conditioning your dog for sport and relationship building.

Alison has two degrees in life sciences and psychology and is undertaken a MA in anthrozoology (relationship between humans and other animals). She is also a qualified merishia canine massage therapist and offers non invasive therapies such at red light therapy and reiki.

Not all her clients compete but they all have something in common a love for having fun with their dogs and building a better relationship.

Milnersmutts runs classes through out the year, 1-2-1s and workshops with guest trainers!
If you are interested in starting agility or any other services we offer then get in contact.
Photo by Annabel Readman

15/03/2022

As spring starts to approach puppy classes are going outside! New course starting end of April Tuesday evenings 5 weeks £75. Covering all the basics from life skills to conditioning and tricks.
If you want to join please contact.

03/03/2022

Week 4 and look at these wonderful puppies!

28/01/2022

Can I remind people that those interested in agility classes with their dogs, need to ensure their dogs are physical fit and healthy, and have a reasonable level of obedience this includes a stay, recall around dogs and good focus for their owner when off lead . Dogs should wear a flat close fitting collar during their class or 1-2-1 (this is non-negotiable for safety reasons)
Owners should be aware that their will be an element of movement from themselves and appropriate footwear for the ground conditions should be worn, at this time of year football or rugby boots in the summer a good cross country trainer. Walking boots/shoes, wellies and sandals are not appropriate.

If you are not sure whether your dog is right for an agility class you can book a 1-2-1 to work on their skills without distractions

28/01/2022

Milnersmutts HQ looking rather spectacular yesterday afternoon

24/01/2022

All regular walking slots are now taken and only adhoc appointments can be taken.