No Label Dog Training

14/09/2024

🐾 Nika 🐾

Finally remembered to get a photo of this beautiful girl for a page post!

I've been working with Nika and her owner for a couple of months now and I couldn't be more proud of the progress they're making 👌🏽

5 yr old Nika struggles with dog reactivity and a wee bit of human reactivity, which has made walks a nightmare and, in turn caused her owner to lose confidence. We have stripped everything down and gone right back to basics, putting Nika in situations where she is going to 'win' more and helping her owner build her confidence back up.

The general public tend to think that going to see a trainer/behaviourst will automatically 'fix' their dog and whilst some minor issues can be 'fixed' within a couple of sessions - the longer the undesirable behaviour has been reinforced for the more ingrained it is in the dog. My client and Nika are proof that with the right support, determination and openness to learn that turning around deep set behaviours IS possible 💚

12/09/2024

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12/09/2024

Controversy surrounds the efficacy and welfare implications of different forms of dog training with several studies asserting that electronic shock collars have negative welfare impacts while not being more effective than non-aversive methods. However, these studies did not specify the schedule and....

31/08/2024

☀️ Sunny Saturday ☀️

I met the lovely Teufel and his owner today who came to me to get started on some dog reactivity and lead pulling.

We had an in depth chat about everything, switched tools, got some new techniques in place and put a plan together for going forward. Teufel's owner was very clued up with dog training already, which is always refreshing to see, and with a few tweaks I have no doubt they're going to be back on track in no time.

I'm looking forward to seeing them again and watching them progress in their training. Well done guys 👌🏽

16/08/2024

Perfect ending to a week full of assessments and 1:1 training sessions 👌🏽

So good to see our big lad happy and loving life (off lead) 😉

Hope you all have an excellent weekend 💚

Caught up with our old pal King & his adopter yesterday 🥰

It's hard to believe this big beautiful softy was booked in to be put to sleep 2 years ago.

King has got himself quite the fan base (through us and in his hometown) he's truly loved by everyone he meets and we really couldn't of found a better match for him.

This .. this is why we do it 🙏🏼

Keep living your best life Kingbo! We love you always 💚

📸 Huge thank you to MT Photography for capturing these beautiful memories. We will be purchasing a canvas as a keepsake for King's adopter 📸

08/08/2024

We've celebrated 2 birthdays this week 🥳

Tuesday was the main man's 9th birthday and yesterday was No Label Dog Training 's 4th birthday! Time flys when you're having fun 💚

Since having my beautiful daughter in January, she has been my main priority which has meant putting business on the back burner. I've had so many enquiries over the past few months (thank you!!) I've done a couple of assessments but I didn't want to commit myself to work that I couldn't keep up (once you're a client, I'm in it for the long haul & as past clients will know - I don't do things by halves)

Over the next few weeks I'm going to be opening my books up again for assessments, 1-1 sessions and training walks on a part time basis only for the time being.

I'm looking forward to helping you and your dog through your training journey - all enquiries are welcome 🙏🏼

12/07/2024

Order placed! Highly recommend 👌🏽

Cumbria dog supplies

07/07/2024

💚 UPDATE - SAFE, REHOMED TO A FAMILY MEMBER WITH NO CHILDREN WHO CAN GIVE HER THE TIME AND TRAINING SHE NEEDS 🥳💚

‼️AT RISK OF BEING PTS ‼️

I've been asked to help a 2 year old female Doberman who has bitten a child (small graze on face) - further information and photos to come. I've offered discounted training however the owner isn't interested and just wants the dog gone ASAP.

Numerous rescues contacted but unable to help due to being full (as we all are)

Please share to help get this dog into a new home or a rescue 🙏🏼

📍 Cumbria

20/06/2024

Shares for Marley please 🙏🏼

* UPDATE 26.06.24 - Family member has handed the dog in to the vets as a stray 💔 thank you all for sharing, fingers crossed for this poor girl*

Hey hey hey 👋🏽

I haven't posted in awhile, as stated a few months back, I'm still unfortunately unable to take in any more dogs for the foreseeable. However, we are still here and helping dogs at risk as much as we can to find a rescue space or their forever homes.

I've been contacted today to try and help find a home or rescue space for a 5yr old female Staffy x German Shepherd named Marley.

Her owner has been sent to prison and the family are struggling to continue caring for her so she needs somewhere ASAP! She is currently in a home by herself with someone popping in occasionally to feed her 😞

Can you help? 🙏🏼

- Marley
- 3 years old
- Staffy x German Shepherd
- Microchipped and has had puppy jabs
- Not spayed/never had a litter
- No known health issues
- No known behavioural issues

Family members have little information but have stated that Marley hasn't lived with other dogs or children so would be best suited to a home with no other animals or young children.

📍 Carlisle, Cumbria

Please share Marleys post so we can help her find her forever home 💚

29/05/2024

03/05/2024

Sonny Dayz loves sunny days ☀️

Hope you're all enjoying this lovely weather and keeping your 4 legged friends cool 😎

11/04/2024

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Dogs are dogs. They're not fur babies. They're not children. They're dogs.

That doesn't mean I don't love my dogs. It doesn't mean you can't call them your "kids" or "fur children." But for their sake, respect that they are dogs. Treat them well, but treat them as they should be.

People humanizing dogs is actually what's getting a lot of them put down, rehomed, dumped, and loaded with behavioral issues.

The best way to honor and love your dog is to respect the fact that they are different from us. That's part of what makes them so amazing!!

Bringing home a new dog and giving it whatever it wants, whenever it wants, is not setting them up for success. It may feel good to "spoil" them. I get it, but what you're actually doing is creating a brat.

I hear this often: "My dog bit our friend on the couch because he thinks the couch is his." OK, who let them think that? The dog didn't just waltz in and claim your couch. The dog wasn't given boundaries to begin with. I let my dogs on the couch, but if I tell them to get off and go to their bed, they will without hesitation. They've earned that privilege based on respect, trust, and understanding.

If you want to "spoil" your dog, do it by setting them up for success. Exercise them, give them boundaries, give them a job, and give them what they actually need instead of the latest squeaky toy. The time you spend playing with your dog means more than the toy itself.

Love your dog. Cherish your dog. Respect your dog, but for the love of the dog, TREAT THEM LIKE A DOG.

(And before anyone wants to say something silly...My dogs are my family. They literally signed my marriage certificate, but they also have boundaries. Just like any healthy family should!)

05/04/2024

💥 PUPPY POWER 💥

Building strong foundations is a MUST. After all, you cant build a house on sand!

It's been refreshing to meet owners who want to get ahead of the curve and get the foundations in straight away before any issues arise.

If we had more dog owners like this, then we certainly would have fewer dogs with behavioural problems in the world

Well done guys 👏🏽 I'm looking forward to seeing your progress in the future

🐾 Side note 🐾

Both assessments were different, one size does not fit all when it comes to training and both have been provided with advice/guidance tailored for their breed & lifestyle 👌🏽

30/03/2024

Trip out for the big lass on this fine day ☀️

Positions, heel work, a bit of agility in a new environment and she smashed it 💪🏽

Bella is still available for adoption - 5 ⭐️ home, no other dogs/pets and an experienced handler is a MUST.

All enquiries -->> No Label Dog Rescue

29/03/2024

Messages like this always mean the absolute world to me. I love nothing more than being able to show clients that there IS light at the end of the tunnel ✨️

These guys have waited patiently for months and I finally got to meet them last weekend. There's a lot of work to be done, but I have no doubt that they will make excellent progress in the coming weeks 💪🏽

As a new Mum I was worried that I may have to put my business on hold for a few years but with amazing support at home and a lot of juggling (some days are REALLY hard, I'm not even going to try & sugar coat it) I'm slowly getting back into the swing of things and taking on new clients 🥳

Availability for assessments, 1:1 sessions and training walks will be limited however, all enquiries are welcome 💚

15/03/2024

End of the week motivation 🤙🏽

Life is not linear and neither is dog training 💁🏻‍♀️

You've just got to keep moving 💚

10/03/2024

Well said 👏🏽

09/03/2024

08/03/2024

🌸 Happy International Women's Day 🌸

Today, we celebrate all the strong, inspiring women who juggle multiple roles and still manage to shine bright.

Here’s to us - may we continue to empower each other, break barriers, and chase our dreams fearlessly. Let’s lift each other up and make the world a better place for future generations 💪🏽

#2024

06/03/2024

It has to be a two way street, there's only so much we can do 👌🏽

03/03/2024

30/01/2024

It's been one whole month since I started my new job role as a Mama 👩‍👧

It's definitely one of the hardest, scariest, most rewarding job roles I've ever had & I absolutely love it. I do, however, miss this job as well, and now that I'm finally back on my feet, I'm aiming to be back to work in the next couple of months 🤞🏽

I have work lined up already for February & March with some of my regulars, and my books will be open again for new clients in the coming weeks. I cannot wait to get back to training sessions, training walks & group sessions.

Drop me a message or give me a call on 07771268741, all enquiries are welcome (if I don't answer, please leave a message or WhatsApp me - I'm probably changing a nappy!)

See you all soon 💚

08/01/2024

Nice to see another trainer in Cumbria get on board with this.

I have been offering free muzzle sessions since September and have helped a number of dog owners prepare for the upcoming ban 👌🏽

I am on maternity leave at the moment but hoping to be back on my feet and out training again very soon 🐾

A WEST Cumbrian dog trainer is giving a helping hand to owners of XL bully dogs which must now be muzzled in public.

25/11/2023

Couldn't of written it better myself 👌🏽

⚠️ ITS NOT YOUR DOG WALKERS JOB TO TRAIN YOUR DOG⚠️

It’s unfair to be dishonest to your potential new dog walker about behavioural problems your dog may have👎🏼

Dog walking prices = dog walking services

Dog training prices = dog training services

Although your dog walker may have the knowledge and expertise to deal with a range of dogs, if they don’t offer dog training as a service then don’t send your dog to a dog walker and expect them to come back trained❗️

It is not other dog’s responsibility to keep your dog in check either and your dog won’t automatically pick up on other dogs “good behaviours” by walking in a pack with them. Quite often, your dogs behaviour may deteriorate by walking in a pack if not matched up with the correct dogs❌

Dog walkers are highly beneficial for dog owners who:

✅ Have well socialised, balanced and polite dogs

✅ Are willing to keep on top of their dogs training

✅ Are going to be away from home for a period of time

✅ Are respectful of the dogs walkers decisions to take action regarding their dog (with consent)

If your looking to socialise your dog and advance on your dogs training then a trainer might be the better route to go down👌🏼

21/11/2023

Dogs are den animals .. have a read 👇🏾👌🏽

CAGED ANIMALS!!! 🐶🫨

It’s important to highlight the issue of people making assumptions about dog crates without knowing the facts about their benefits, especially for dogs with behavioural issues. 🤓

Many people mistakenly assume that dog crates are cruel or inhumane. However, crates can actually provide a safe and secure space for dogs, particularly those with behavioural challenges. Crates serve as a den-like environment for dogs, offering a sense of security and a place to retreat to when they feel overwhelmed or anxious. 🛖

Crates can be beneficial for dogs with behavioural issues for several reasons. Firstly, crates can aid in house training by teaching dogs to control their bladder and bowel movements. Secondly, crates can help manage destructive behaviours by preventing dogs from engaging in destructive chewing or causing harm to themselves or their surroundings when left unsupervised. 💯

Additionally, crates can be used as a tool for managing separation anxiety, as they provide dogs with a predictable and familiar space that can reduce stress and promote relaxation. Crates can also be helpful in preventing dogs from engaging in undesirable behaviours when their owners are unable to supervise them, ensuring their safety and the safety of others. 🧘‍♂️

However, it is important to note that crates should never be used as a means of punishment or confinement for extended periods. Dogs should have regular exercise, mental stimulation, and social interaction outside of the crate to maintain their overall well-being. 🐾

By understanding the purpose and benefits of dog crates, we can avoid making assumptions based on limited knowledge and recognise their potential as a valuable tool in addressing behavioural issues in dogs. ❤️🙏

02/11/2023

Remember dogs lose their sense of smell in windy and cold weather conditions, best to keep them on the lead if you go out and double check your garden fences are still in place! Doglost see a huge increase in missing dogs in stormy weather. You can now check missing dogs and cats locally by adding your postcode and distance from 1 - 50 mile radius on this new pet locator

https://petdatabase.com/lost-and-found/missing-pets?ts=1698748779898

Keep safe 🌬️💨🌨️🫧🌨️🌪️🌨️

31/10/2023

👇🏾 For info 👇🏾

GOVERNMENT HAVE RELEASED WHAT AN XL BULLY IS DEFINED AS

General impression
Large dog with a muscular body and blocky head, suggesting great strength and power for its size. Powerfully built individual.

Height
Adult male from 20in (51 cm) at the withers
Adult female from 19in (48cm) at the withers
Head
Heavy, large and broad
The length from the tip of the nose to a well-defined stop (indentation between muzzle and the head) is equal to around a 1/3 of the length from the stop to the back of the head
Muzzle blocky or slightly squared to fall away below the eyes
Topline of muzzle straight
Prominent cheek muscles with strong, well-defined jaws and lips semi-close
Often having prominent wrinkles on face
Nose is large with well opened nostrils
Teeth
Level or scissor bite.

Neck
Heavy, muscular, slightly arched, tapering from the shoulders to the base of the skull
Medium in length
Forequarters
Shoulder blades are long, well-muscled and well laid back
Upper arm length is about equal to the length of the shoulder blades and joined at a 35 to 45 angle to the ground
Front legs straight, strong and very muscular with dog standing high on the pasterns (area between feet and ankles)
Elbows set close to the body
Distance from the withers to elbows about the same as the distance from the elbow to the bottom of the feet
Body
Heavily-muscled
Large, blocky body giving impression of great power for size
Broad, deep chest with well sprung ribs
Chest may be wider than deep
Topline level and straight
Loin short and firm
Generally appears square shaped from point of the shoulder to the point of the buttocks compared with the withers (tallest point on the dogs body excluding head and shoulders) to the ground
Hindquarters
Strong, muscular and broad
Thighs well developed with thick musculature
From behind, both pasterns are typically straight and parallel to each other
Muscular development, angulation and width in balance with forequarters

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/xl-bully-type-dogs-to-be-banned