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Canine Mental Health Specialist and Dog Walker Using GPS trackers. 🎓Behaviour, Training, First Aid For me this is of course true.

Every dog walker starts with "I've owned dogs my whole life and LOVE dogs" as a reason to choose them. But I didn't think this was enough to be responsible for such precious members of the family and to run a professional and safe dog walking business. So, in 2015 I started volunteer dog walking and sitting for local military families. I continued this free service in my spare time until 2019, gai

ning experience. I went on to complete a NARPS dog walking and canine first aid course. From there I’ve to put my talents to setting up a professional, safe and reliable dog walking service you can trust. Covering Hamworthy, Upton, Poole. I’m DBS cleared and keep up to date with learning and qualifications. I renew my first aid course every 3 years. I also have reputable certificates in canine behaviour and training. You can see a list of my qualifications on my website. I know first-hand what a worry it is when you have to leave your dog in someone else’s care. You can rest assured that your dog’s safety and wellbeing is my top priority. That’s why I use an unbranded and adapted vehcile. I also attach a tracking device to your dog's collar for ultimate safety. I have a keen interest and passion for positive and fear/force free animal training. This has become a hobby I’ve enjoyed over the years with my own dogs, horses and I even trained my house rabbit a variety of tricks! Over the past few years there has been ground breaking scientific research across the globe to support the effectiveness of positive reinforcement training. I am passionate about continually researching, learning and practising positive reinforcement training techniques. Most rencently I have completed Training and Behaviour courses through the ‘Victoria Stilwell Academy” and IMDT (Institute of Modern Dog Trainers).

23/12/2024

🎅 Merry Christmas from Harbour Tails🎄

20/12/2024

⭐ Ever tried "Nature's Snuffle Mat" ? 🎄
Rusty rates it 10/10.

20/12/2024

Thank You Leanneco.Studio - this must be the fourth Christmas you have supplied our Christmas Cards. Thank you for your help with them xx

17/12/2024

Day Eight of our 12 Days of Christmas Series is over on our Instagram page today 🤗

16/12/2024

Fun fact. All three of these dogs have varying amounts of Labrador... 😁

15/12/2024

What an amazing morning! 🌟 Today, we held a charity loose-lead walking and emergency stop workshop, raising an incredible £170 for Margaret Green Animal Rescue

A heartfelt thank you to all my wonderful clients who not only supported this fantastic cause but also supported me as I prepare for next year’s The IMDT assessment by running practice classes. Your time and encouragement mean so much to me!

A special shout out to my friend Chloe at Blue Bell Walks & Day Care for generously lending us her space in support of Margaret Green Animal Rescue. Your kindness made this event possible!

Thank you all so much!

14/12/2024

🎅Team Christmas Dinner 2024! I forgot the stuffing but the ladies replaced it with fun. 💕

🎄Also, we are now on Day 6 of our Twelve Days of Christmas series, over on Instagram.

12/12/2024

Put my first aid kit to good use today! This enthusiastic young lady wagged her tail a bit too hard into something on her walk and gave it a little split at the tip.

A quick rinse with saline back at the van and a protective wrap later, and she was ready for the ride home—safe from her own unstoppable wagging!

11/12/2024

What do you suppose - Sand on my nose.

09/12/2024

What will the doggies give tomorrow on our second day of Christmas?

Over on Instagram

08/12/2024

One of the sad moments when a client moves on is the question that pops up in our scheduling app as I cancel their bookings:

"Do you want to remove this and all future bookings?"

🖤

06/12/2024

Give dogs plenty of space, and give even more space to dogs on a lead.

If you notice a dog reacting to you or your dog, don’t take it personally. Simply create distance and move on. They’re just animals expressing their emotions.

05/12/2024

Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the....
Oh crap.. more road works 😜😁

04/12/2024

Cosmo and Millie had a great time on our half-day service today! And Hank (white) has been joining our group walks more frequently after some one-on-one sessions during his puppy days. He's settling in wonderfully.

04/12/2024

🎄🐾 Get Ready for the 12 Days of Christmas - Harbour Tails Edition! 🐾🎄

Daily from Monday, 9th December.

It's going to be a paws-itively entertaining countdown to Christmas!

Follow us and stay tuned! 🎅🐕

03/12/2024

Two black doodles. Little and large.

On another note, my Cali (little) hasn't been herself lately. Turns out she has a skin problem which we are trying to diagnose with the vets. If your dog is experiencing behavioural changes, (sudden or gradual), it is worth a thorough veterinary check and sometimes a pain medication trial if nothing obvious is found to rule out discomfort based behaviour problems.

02/12/2024

Meet Ivor, the UK’s first tree disease detection dog! 🐾🌳

Trained to sniff out tree diseases like Phytophthora ramorum, Ivor is helping protect our woodlands by identifying infections early. This innovative approach could be a game-changer for preserving the health of our forests and biodiversity.

Read more about this incredible initiative:

Groundbreaking project successfully trains detection dogs to specifically identify the tree pathogen Phytophthora ramorum

01/12/2024

November was a busy month with lots of great walks and private training sessions, as well as continued prep for next years IMDT assessment. Alongside that, there was tackling the tax return and preparing our Christmas events. It's been a full month, but a productive and enjoyable one!

Is it really December already?! 🥹

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Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	09:00 - 18:00
Sunday	09:00 - 15:00

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Hello from Harbour Tails – Est. 2019! 🐾 At Harbour Tails, we’re all about quality, safety, and your dog’s well-being. We don't walk large groups of dogs. We believe in smaller, safely-sized groups exploring a variety of walking spots. Safety is our top priority: Every off-lead dog wears a GPS tracker, and only dogs with reliable recall are allowed off-lead. We reinforce recall skills with positive reinforcement, ensuring your dog’s safety and freedom to explore. We’re committed to ongoing improvement, investing thousands in safety equipment and continually updating our qualifications. The latest pursuit? Dani is on track to become an accredited dog trainer with IMDT. Having completed a research course and ongoing practical IMDT training - due to complete accreditation 2025. Your dog’s mental health and happiness come first. We’re dedicated to staying updated with the latest research in canine psychology, behavior, and training – because we believe in a modern, mindful approach to dog walking. Harbour Tails: Redefining Professional Dog Walking.

I made this video after seeing a "dog trainer" training the same threshold skills but using a thin slip lead for adding punishment with jerk corrections to it's neck each time the dog failed 😢 Cali is living proof that you can train the behaviour without physical and verbal corrections using positive reinforcement and consistent repetitions, small steps gradually increasing difficulty over time at the pace the dog starts to understand. Don't scold them for behaviour you "don't want". Reward them for the behaviour you like. For tips feel free to send me a message. Advocating for force free , fear free and relationship based dog ownership. Advocating for their mental health. Advocating for safe and responsible dog ownership.

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It's been raining non-stop for 12 hours. It's still raining. 😂 #doglife #HarbourTails #DogWalking #dalmatian

Mission: Avoid Chaos

Here’s a little behind-the-scenes look at how we keep our walks stress-free! When someone comes our way, we call the gang over for a treat party on the side. 🎉 And then back to our adventure before anyone even notices. Pro tip: Even treat parties like this need to be practiced regularly, not just when you actually "need it". That way, the dogs know the drill!! 🐕✨ All these dogs have been walking with us regularly for at least 10 months and some up to 4 years. So they definitely know the drill. Those who are still learning remain on the lead while they have their treat parties! P.s. Dogs are wearing GPS trackers. Nothing shocking to see here! We train without using fear and pain. #DogWalking #dogbehaviour #doglife

Hey there, we're Harbour Tails! Est 2019. We prioritise quality over quantity. Instead of walking 7+ dogs at once in the same field daily, we walk safely sized groups in diverse locations. All off-lead dogs wear GPS trackers, and we ensure every off lead dog has reliable recall, which we positively reinforce during walks. We invest thousands into safety equipment and regularly updating our qualifications, listed on our website. Dani's latest endeavour to become an accredited dog trainer involves a credible 6 month research course followed by a phase of practical courses with IMDT. At Harbour Tails, we put your dog's mental health and safety above profits. We know there is always more to learn about canine well being, psychology behaviour and training. We know new research is carried out all the time and the importance of investing to ensure our knowledge and practices are up to date and credible. Harbour Tails: Redefining Professional Dog Walking.

🐾 **Keep Training Fresh!** 🐶 Did you know? Practicing and rewarding your dog's skills is key to maintaining them —like loose lead walking. Even if your furry friend already "knows" something well , regular practice with intermittent and random rewards will keep these skills sharp - and your bond tight! 🦴✨ **Tip:** Intermittent rewards work well for skills your dog performs reliably across different settings. However, if you're teaching a new skill or your dog is finding it challenging, or has perhaps lost a skill due to lack of practice, stick with continuous reinforcement in various environments. This approach ensures they fully grasp and master the behaviour before moving to less frequent rewards. #DogTraining #PetCare #LifeWithDogs @uptoncountrypark @dorsetdogs

In the predatory motor pattern of dogs, the "dissect" phase involves mimicking the behavior of shredding or tearing apart prey. This phase often includes actions like biting, shaking, tearing and de-stuffing. For some dogs / breeds this phase is very important and rewarding for them and they need an outlet for it. Also, please never take something away from your dog like the person does in this video. It will put you on the path to having severe guarding issues. Instead, try offering a trade.

Picnic season is fast approaching, although you wouldn't think it with current amount of rain 🤣 but, practicing some engagement games in readiness. Dorset Dogs

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