Canine Care, Dog Training and Behaviour

18/01/2025

N A I L S

My monthly nail clinic is coming up! I still have space Saturday the 25th of January. I can show you how to cut your dog’s nails/make a plan for where to start desensitise your dog to be able to cut them in the future. You can read more and book on my website 👇 www.caninecare.co.nz

09/01/2025

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Happy new year everyone! I hope you had/are having a great break. I'm back to work and am excited about what the new year will bring. Send me an email if you want to chat about how I can help you and your dog this year!

Picture 🖼️ of Percy who had a sore paw but definitely didn't want to miss out on the walk 😆💛

19/12/2024

Have you heard about the AMAZING new dog walking belt? It can be used for long and short leads, and also to belay your dog if you are working with a strong puller. I highly recommend it. Let me know if you are curious about the belay system and I can see if it's a good idea for you and your dog and teach you how to use it!

Love how our awesome CHCH trainers are all starting to rock our new belt. Looking fab'! 🥰

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"Finally a belay system in New Zealand!
Finally a comfortable and high quality belt that is so multifunctional! I can choose to use the belay system to work with strong dogs to teach them to slow down when we are walking OR clip the training leash on so I know I won't accidentally drop the leash. I highly recommend this!" - Clara

🔎Check out Clara's website for Online Training, CHCH Training and Nail Care Training! https://www.caninecare.co.nz

07/12/2024

This is so great. Please have this conversation with your children! I'm teaching my toddler this at the moment and it's HARD! She is in the 'hugging and kissing' stage at the moment and understanding that she can't hug and kiss dogs like she can do with humans, is difficult... But crucial! Hugging the wrong dog can be dangerous. If you have a dog that likes your child hugging them, I strongly suggest you don't let them, unless your child has invited them over and they 200% consent to it.

05/12/2024

C U T E

My daughter gave this book to Percy to read today as we were having a book marathon. She's showing more acts of kindness towards him and it melts my heart!

Happy Friday peeps ✨

05/12/2024

B U D D Y

There is no better time to get your dog to think nails trims are great, than when they are puppies. Keep the treats flowing, keep the sessions short = always stop the session before your dog does, you want them to look forward to the next one.

I still have a few spaces left on the 21st of December if anyone would like a nail session before the holidays 👌

www.caninecare.co.nz/nails

05/12/2024

Looking for a cool Christmas 🎄🎁 pressie for the whole family? This game is awesome!

26/11/2024

L O C H I E

I had so much fun teaching this guy how to keep all 4 feet on the floor when he's excited, and how to relax when his humans sit down and watch tv at night.

Do you need any advice before the holidays? Book in on my website 👇

www.caninecare.co.nz

24/11/2024

O R E O

I had the pleasure of working with Oreo and his family today, what a cool dude. He's been dragging his humans to the park and walking him with the pram has been near impossible.

Today I set expectations of what it takes to teach loose leash walking, and separated walking without pulling and being asked to walk by his humans side. They are not the same!

Oreo was so fun to work with and he got the loose leash waking almost immediately (this is not common 😆, he's very attentive), walking by his humans side is going to take time and practice - starting in the backyard 👍

21/11/2024

P E R M I S S I O N

I officially give everyone that lives with a dog and a toddler permission to say NO to walking them together. You are not a bad person for not taking your toddler on dog walks and your dog on toddler walks.

I have been trying to be a super woman and do both too often and end up frustrated 🥴

Without knowing it, both of them will be thankful for separating the walks so they can have your full attention on walks. You can of course do a bit of both. There are places where they can both thrive and do their thing, but it's not a must that they both have to always come.

www.caninecare.co.nz

20/11/2024

P E P I

This girl has feelings about sudden movements when she's resting. Her human is acing the training plan and Pepi is learning to feel safe by us using predictor cues 💕

Ps. Can you guess her breed?

19/11/2024

✨Summer Nail Clinic Information✨

I have one spot left tomorrow 20/11, 3.50pm @ Best for Pets, after that my Wednesdays are fully booked.

Over summer I will be holding one clinic per month at Best for Pets :

21/12 11am-2pm
25/1 11am-2pm
22/2 11am-2pm

It's never too late to learn how to cut your dogs nails/teach your dog to have their nails cut without force. Message me if you have any questions. You can book in online ⭐

www.caninecare.co.nz/nails

09/11/2024

Loose Lead Walking

It's really easy in theory, but can be one of the hardest things to get a hang of. For both humans and dogs!

All you need to teach your dog is that when the lead tightens, they need to release the tension to keep moving forward.

In this video you can see both Percy and Lachie walking with a loose leash. When Lachie gets tension in the line I just slow down ever so slightly and he slacks the line himself, and as a reward he gets to keep moving forward. It's really subtle communication through the line. No yanking or yelling needed!

Note 🐕 📝I had walked these two for 45 min off leash before I did this on lead track. Always exercise your dog before doing loose leash walking training!

Tip 👀 Use a longer leash, and go places where your dog can sniff and interact with the environment as you walk, or your dog is likely to pull you towards that thing in the distance they want to go to.

www.caninecare.co.nz

30/10/2024

S T A C E

This little pocket rocket is keen to explore her world! Her human learned how to teach her some on leash skills and how to lessen the barking at home. They are lucky she didn’t end up in my pocket as I left, she’s a real cutie 💕🐶🐾

www.caninecare.co.nz

28/10/2024

Just Like Your Car, Your Dog Needs a Yearly WOF Too! 🚗🐕

Your car gets a Warrant of Fitness (WOF) to ensure everything’s running smoothly, right? Well, your dog’s body deserves the same level of care! Their musculoskeletal system — bones, muscles, joints — keeps them moving and playing, so it’s important to give it some professional attention every year.

Here’s what to include in your dog’s yearly WOF:

🐾 Vet Visits (Yearly or As Needed): Comprehensive vet check-ups help catch any health issues, from dental care to joint problems.

One of the following (and that health care professional can advise if your dogs needs anything else):

🐾 Physiotherapy: Regular physio keeps your dog’s joints and muscles healthy, preventing injuries and managing pain.

🐾 Massage: A massage is not just a treat! It helps release tension and improves circulation, keeping your dog comfortable.

🐾 Chiropractic Care: A chiropractor can help with back or joint alignment, which is especially important for active or ageing dogs.

It’s easier to keep your dog healthy with regular check-ups than to fix problems later. So, does your dog have their yearly WOF booked yet? 🏷️ Pick a date and make it a yearly event in your calendar 📅✨

25/10/2024

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"Roxy the German Shepherd’s life is better for meeting Clara! She has helped Roxy to be calmer and more confident. And we have learned how to help her!

Clara is incredibly knowledgeable about dogs and has shared some of what she knows with us in ways which are easy to understand and implement. We have found her to be easy to communicate with, professional and flexible"

✨ Are you in need of some guidance with you dog? ✨

📅 You can book an in-home or online consultation on my website:

www.caninecare.co.nz