Dawg Central

Dawg Central I am a qualified and internationally accredited dog trainer and only apply modern scientific training methods to doggo students.

The Tellington Touch method is a huge part of how I approach all dog training sessions and their training programmes.

01/10/2020

14/09/2020

Repetitive games will only increase hyperactivity. Focus on problem-solving brain games instead, to help your dog calm down.

10/09/2020

Which doggo is not considered to be part of the terrier group?

A. Dachshund
B. Bull Terrier
C. Boston Terrier
D. Cairn Terrier

09/09/2020

Did you know? At 12-weeks old, a healthy puppy is already two-thirds of his/her adult size.

05/09/2020

One more sleep until our reactivity workshop kicks off. If you are interested in joining one of our reactivity workshops e-mail [email protected] for info.

04/09/2020
30/08/2020

Pff.. as if they will ever confess.

25/08/2020

I never had to share my lunch with my previous co-workers. What about your new co-workers?

18/08/2020

The most popular dog breed in South Africa is...?
A The English bulldog
B The Yorkshire Terrier
C The Boerboel
D The Jack Russel Terrier

17/08/2020
Creating positive associations with a body wrap

Creating positive associations with a body wrap.

The thunderstorm season is on its way. Here is how to condition a dog to wear a Ttouch body wrap. Five minutes a day is all it will take to help your dog fee...

17/08/2020

Small children must always be supervised when they are around dogs, even if it is a trusted family dog. Do not let them try to play with or touch a sleeping dog. A sleepy startled dog might bite.

15/08/2020
Preparing your dog for thunderstorms

Following up on last week's post, this week I will be mentioning a couple of medication options as well as a couple of tools that will help your dog cope better during a storm. The most important thing to remember about the tools is that you help your dog create positive associations with it first. In this video, I demonstrate how to start conditioning your dog to wear a Ttouch body wrap. [ 520 more words ]
https://dawgcentraltrainingandbehaviour.wordpress.com/2020/08/15/168/

Following up on last week’s post, this week I will be mentioning a couple of medication options as well as a couple of tools that will help your dog cope better during a storm. The most impor…

14/08/2020

It's normal for puppies to be restless during the first 3-days of them going to their new home. This is also a crucial time for attachment forming and a routine to be put in place to help the puppy settle down and prevent separation issues, like isolation anxiety. You can start getting off on the right foot with your puppy from the word GO by enrolling in Dawg Central's Puppy Plus correspondence programme before you bring your puppy home. Socialisation classes will follow as soon as your pup is ready to join in. ⁠
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12/08/2020
Puppy home school

We get our puppies from all sorts of backgrounds, breeders, shelters, strays, you name it. We bring them home at different ages, and puppy schools have different rules about what age your puppy must be before they can join the class. The majority of puppies leave their moms and littermates at eight weeks, and they generally join classes at the same time. [ 366 more words ]
https://dawgcentraltrainingandbehaviour.wordpress.com/2020/08/12/puppy-home-school/

We get our puppies from all sorts of backgrounds, breeders, shelters, strays, you name it. We bring them home at different ages, and puppy schools have different rules about what age your puppy mus…

12/08/2020

Tail docking is illegal unless it has to be amputated for medical reasons by a vet. Dogs need their tails to communicate with other dogs and their humans. They also use their tails to balance their bodies, especially at old age when their legs become a bit wobbly.

11/08/2020

One of these is not like the other. Which doggo IS NOT a herder.

A German Shepherd
B Border Collie
C Greyhound
D Corgi

09/08/2020

Happy Women's day.

07/08/2020

Is your dog ready for the thunderstorm season? The best time to prepare them for it is now. Especially puppies who were born during the winter. Click here to read https://bit.ly/3fyaKjV

05/08/2020

I want to come back to earth as a dog.

04/08/2020

Which television/movie doggo left a lasting impression on you?⁠
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01/08/2020

Sign yourself and your puppy up for a pup-friendly workshop, free of charge. There are only six slots available per workshop, taking place in Hennops (Gauteng).
This is for puppies aged 8 weeks and older.

31/07/2020

Love thy mutt. Because it's national mutt day! Post a picture of your mutt in the comments, and if you know the mix, tell us too.

30/07/2020

Join this workshop to teach your dog how to walk on a loose leash. Your shoulders and arms will thank you.

29/07/2020

Dawg Central's cover photo

29/07/2020

Dogs need a short break in between each lesson in class to process what they have learned. Also known as The Pause.

28/07/2020

Which doggo has the best sniffer?
A Bloodhound
B Dachshund
C German Shepherd

26/07/2020

Resource guarding is natural animal behaviour and is often misinterpreted. In my https://bit.ly/2OUf2Hk I give a bit of insight on this behaviour.

25/07/2020

Training treats should be deeeelicious, soft and squishy. Hard chewy treats will slow down the training and it must be yummy enough to keep your dog motivated. They should not be bigger than a pea, because a full tummy equals a very sleepy dog.

22/07/2020

Most dog bites are from the family dog, and in the majority of cases, it's because the dog's communication signals were missed or misinterpreted. Prevent this traumatic experience, join me for the Dog and Child Safety talk to learn how.
E-mail me for more info: [email protected]

20/07/2020

In my latest blog post https://bit.ly/2WCiJWt I explain what exactly modern dog training means today and why it's relevant to you as a dog owner.

19/07/2020

Reactivity in dogs is something many pet owners struggle with and unfortunately, this is not something our furkids grow out of. Join me for this theory based workshop, and receive a 15% discount on an assessment and consultation.

18/07/2020

At around 8-weeks old, puppies go through a phase we call the fear impact stage. This is where they tend to be a bit less brave in their environment. It is very important to avoid scary or negative interactions or events because it will influence a pup's response to the 'scary or bad' thing that happened for the rest of his life. This life stage lasts about 3-weeks.

10/07/2020

It's Freebie Friday!
Like and then share this post on the public setting (otherwise I won't see if you shared it). Then keep an eye on your FB message inbox for the download link

For today only, this high-quality design is yours. It's print-ready, all you have to do is press print or head over to your nearest printing facility to get it printed (double-sided). When the clock strikes 21:00 PM, the offer is closed and you'll have to wait until next week for another freebie.

For the best result, print on sturdy, glossy board.

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Dawg Central origin story

Once upon a time, there was a little girl who sat on the back door step and fed the household dogs lumps of cheese... I do not remember this but my mom reminds me of this very often. My life has always centered around animals, and when I got the opportunity to study dog behavior I took it, not really knowing where it would lead. I just knew I had to. Soon after I left a soul destroying job, and started a whole new journey as a dog caregiver at a shelter. I do not think there is another job in the world that teaches you so much about dogs, no book would have taught me the things these dogs taught me.

I continued my studies, for them, for my clients and for my own misunderstood fosters. (I have not stopped studying). Tellington touch, opened up a whole new world of working with animals for me, and I strongly follow the Ttouch philosophy. They often refer to it as the touch that teaches, a non invasive, low stress and mindful approach to working with all beings. Here, it’s often the animals that teaches us, which is just as important as when we teach animals.

I was internationally certified with the IMDT as a dog trainer where my knowledge and skills were assessed. I am one of only eight people in South Africa, with this certification. IMDT is known for ethical and humane training methods, with very high standards.