LK Dog Training

06/09/2024

🐾 Could Your Dog Be in Pain? 🐾

Have you noticed your dog being a little more irritable, slower on walks, or even a bit withdrawn lately?

Maybe they seem stiff after a rest period, or have they been acting a little 'lazy,' recently?

Every catch them licking or maybe chewing at their joints? 🐕💤 These could be signs that your dog is struggling with pain, and it's important to recognise the early signs, especially when it comes to arthritis.

Pain doesn’t always show up with a limp or a whine. It can sneak in as subtle changes in behaviour—like avoiding stairs, being less playful, or even seeming grumpy for no reason. 💔 They don't have to be elderly, arthritis is showing up more and more in our younger dogs, so it is always important to keep an eye on your best friend!

If you’re seeing any of these signs, or a change in behaviour from their 'normal' it’s time to take action.

Let’s help your dog live more comfortably— Get over the CCanine Arthritis Managementpage and learn how you can help your best friend through this painful condition!

06/09/2024

Dog licks are often thought of as doggy kisses. But, it’s actually something to take a step back and notice. And could sometimes be considered a, “Kiss to Dismiss” (more on that below). These licks do trigger some questions that may seem a bit silly to ask in response. Something like, “Describe the licks for me. Fast, slow, and then does the dog move away?”
“Is it a full tongue or a little bit?”
“Full tongue lick or quick flick?”
“Is the child sitting and the dog approaches or vice versa, what level of mobility does the child have, is food present or remnant?

There’s many questions! But, these questions help us gather valuable information to help us understand what the dog may be communicating. At Family Paws Parent Education, we want to help parents consider and recognize that dog licks may not always be what we think they are, “affectionate kisses”, or indications of “love,” but could have other meanings. We refer to this as “Kiss to Dismiss”. If you are curious of these doggy “kisses” and if they are a “Kiss to Dismiss”, ask yourself,
🐶 Is your dog in need of space? (what just happened? Did your baby crawl closer to your dog?)
🐶 Is your dog in need of space and there is a reason they may choose not to move? (example: comfy spot, resource, pain)
🐶 Does this licking deter closeness or lead to an increase in space?

Thank you, Steve Bishop of Bishops Gate Dog Training for this graphic! Steve is also a Family Paws Parent Educator.
We do not recommend baby and dogs interact as shown in these illustrations. Never allow your baby to crawl up to or freely explore your dog in this way.

You can also find him on Instagram at

06/09/2024

Mascot Ready✅

04/09/2024

New addition. Meet Benjamin, the new foster puppy who will be going to his forever home in a few weeks🙌🏼

I’ll be sharing his story and puppy training tips.

Hit the follow button and share with someone you know who is thinking of getting or recently gotten a new puppy.

04/09/2024

Having your untrained dog act as guard dog is probably the most common cause of bites and anxiety I would see.

04/09/2024

04/09/2024

An ethical dog trainer will explain how your dog is seeing the environment and help them to cope with it better.

An ethical dog trainer will gather information, use rewards, avoid intimidation and never put a nasty collar on your dog to make them do something more convenient.

Get my book and be ethical: https://amzn.to/4gbSBsD

04/09/2024

02/09/2024

Anyone know who owns this dog?

01/09/2024

‼️Position Statement on the Use of Punishment and Aversive Techniques and Tools in Canine Behaviour Training ‼️

In light of recent discussions on social media, we feel it is necessary to once again clarify our position and that of all our members at International Canine Behaviourists. As a community of professionals dedicated to the well-being of dogs, we unequivocally reject the use of punishment and aversive techniques in canine behaviour training. This includes, but is not limited to, the use of tools such as shock collars, prong collars, choke chains, and any methods that inflict pain, fear, or discomfort on dogs.

The overwhelming consensus among scientific professionals is that punishment-based methods are not only ineffective but also very damaging to the well-being of ALL dogs. Numerous studies have demonstrated that these techniques can cause significant psychological and physical harm to dogs, leading to increased aggression, anxiety, and other behavioural issues. Furthermore, they fail to address the root causes of undesirable behaviour and often exacerbate the problems they aim to correct. There is never an individual, breed or behaviour struggle that warrants punishment and moreover, we feel it is morally wrong and shows a lack of empathy and skill in training and behaviour modification.

We stand firmly behind the principles of positive reinforcement and force-free training methods, which are supported by the latest research in animal behaviour science. These approaches not only foster a strong, trusting bond between dogs and their handlers but also ensure that training is both effective and humane. We believe that all dogs deserve to be treated with respect and compassion, and that their well-being should always be the top priority in any training programme.

All members of International Canine Behaviourists adhere to a strict code of conduct, which you can read here. This code ensures that our practices are aligned with the highest ethical standards and that we are committed to promoting the welfare of dogs through evidence-based, force-free and fear-free training methods.

We urge all dog owners, trainers, and behaviourists to reject punitive methods and to embrace the wealth of positive, science-backed alternatives available. Together, we can create a world where every dog is trained with the kindness, understanding, and respect they deserve.

International Canine Behaviourists

01/09/2024

Here's to all of you beautiful dog advocates out there - even when it's uncomfortable. 😍

31/08/2024

🚨ATTENTION🚨: Grey Seal Pup Alert! (Please Share!)

Grey Seal Pupping Season runs from late August/Early September & throughout the winter months. Help us to protect our nursing Grey Seals & their pups!

**If you are out on beaches over the coming months, please watch for our flippered friends in distress!**

Remember:

👉Do not put the seal in the water. (Injured, sick & newborn pups are on land to rest, recover & grow - Grey Seal Pups with white lanugo coats like the one above cannot swim yet due to the weight of their fur!)
👉Do not touch pups: Seals are wild animals and WILL bite if stressed, human presence may lead to mothers abandoning otherwise healthy pups
👉 Do not disturb seals: Watch from a distance; 100-200 meters is advised! If a mother is close by watching, she may abandon her pup out of fear, if people are close to her pup.
👉Mothers leave their young on land, this is normal: Grey seal pups have white fur for the first 3 weeks and need to stay on land until they moult. Their white coat is too heavy to swim with. It is normal for the mother to leave them alone for 3-4 hours, she will return to nurse them if they are left undisturbed
👉Keep dogs on a lead and children at a distance for their safety.
👉Take photos - but please keep your distance: Photos are always helpful as they allow us to determine an animal's condition immediately, and if necessary, a rescue can be organised promptly
👉 Contact us for advice! If a pup is on its own with no mum in sight; obviously injured, or if you are unsure, please ring Seal Rescue Ireland for help and advice on 087 1955 393

A pup's best chance of survival is with their mum. While we can provide care for these pups nothing compares to a mother caring for & nursing her & providing that essential high fat content milk which is packed full of important antibodies that supports their immune system. You can help us to reduce the number of orphaned Grey pups by sharing this important information!

Stay tuned for more updates and please click the link below if you would like to support our operation costs for this new rescue season. https://sealrescueireland.enthuse.com/cf/common-seal-pupping-season-fundraiser

💙Thank you!💙

31/08/2024

BACK HOME

We found a greyhound on the road near the mtu north campus. He was running on the road. Can you post please
He is a bit stressed. No name tag.

31/08/2024

I am not.

We are not.
With Victoria Stilwell

29/08/2024

Something big is coming...👀
Get your puppies ready as the search will soon be on for the next Petmania Puppy of the Year, with entries opening THIS MONDAY! ❤
Make sure to save the date and visit our website to enter Monday, 2nd September!

28/08/2024

Click on the pop-out icon ( ) in the top-right corner of the resource to open it in Google Drive. Click the download icon ( ) in the upper right-hand corner of the Google Drive page to save the resource to your computer.

28/08/2024

Poison bioaccumulate up the food chain. Hot water and washing powder does the same job.

Do no harm🙏

28/08/2024

They don’t realise how good they’ve got it 😂

28/08/2024

My level 1 perfect pet pooch course starts on Sept 1st for 5 weeks. This will be my last course this year and my books are closed for the rest of the year for new behaviour cases and any new one to one sessions ….. so if you want training with me this is your last chance. Oh and there are only 3 places left so don’t miss out.

All breeds etc welcome.

Full details and booking here :

https://thedoglady.ie/dog-training-course/

28/08/2024

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28/08/2024

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26/08/2024

Unregulated industry and I too am getting tired of saying nothing.

I will not skate other professionals. However they are not professional if not part of a regulatory body or part of some kind of governance.

25/08/2024

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