Active Animal Dog Training

16/01/2025

New blog post, Surviving Adolescence.

If you’re wondering where your cute puppy went and why it was replaced with a rebellious beast who seems to actively ignore everything you ask … this one’s for you!

Remember being a teenager? Ah, the teenage years, a period of emotional turmoil, poor decision-making, social awkwardness, and always thinking we knew best (even when we really didn’t). I doubt...

12/01/2025

Please note, there will be no classes on the following dates:

* Saturday 25th January
* Saturday 22nd February
* Saturday 26th April

10/01/2025

Looking forward to getting back to training after the Christmas break and welcoming some new pups too.

🥶 For those attending class tonight, please make sure to wrap up warm—it’s going to be chilly!
Also, take extra care driving along the lane to The Barn, as it’s icy ❄️

Saturday attendees, just a reminder that the updated pricing is now in effect, Classes are £11 each, or you can save with a four-week block booking for £40.

Can’t wait to see you all again and get back to training 🐾💪🐾

03/01/2025

Happy New Year everybody 🍾🍾

I’m delighted to share this great New Year Tug-e-nuff offer;
🐾🐾Get 20% off any two toys, just follow the link:

https://tug-e-nuff.com/offer?ref=activeanimal

02/01/2025

🐾 Handsome Frank had his puppy starter today.
We discussed toilet training, puppy biting, early recall, socialisation, how to effectively use playtime and how to create positive emotional responses and condition some words and sounds that will help his owners navigate through puppyhood.

Frank has only been in his new home a couple of days so right now, it’s all about building secure bonds and helping Frank settle into his new family and routine.

22/12/2024

🎁🎄Christmas Class is done and Active Animal Dog Training is now closed for Christmas 🎄🎁

Thank you to everyone who has attended classes, had 1-2-1s or puppy starter sessions.
I’ve met some wonderful, dedicated owners, some gorgeous pups and it’s been a genuine pleasure to be a small part of your journeys.

I look forward to continuing to work with some of you in 2025 and meeting some new faces too.

🎄🎄Happy Christmas everyone🎄🎄

19/12/2024

🎉🥂Congratulations to the ‘M Class’ graduates, Molly, Murphy & Mazy! 🎉🎉
It’s been a pleasure working with you all and seeing your progress.
Keep up the good work 😊🐾😊

14/12/2024

The Friday night puppy graduates 🎓🏆🌟

13/12/2024

Huge congratulations to the Friday night puppy graduates. 🎓 🏆 🌟
It’s been a pleasure to meet you all and be a part of your journey.

11/12/2024

🎁🎄🎁 Get 20% off Tug-e-nuff gift set until 24th December. 🎁 🎄🎁

The Recall Revolution Gift Set will have your dog racing back to you the first time you call. Get set to transform your dog walks with a Tug-E-Nuff exclusive.

09/12/2024

Trying to decide what to get your pup for Christmas? Give them the gift of play!
Playing with your dog has a multitude of benefits, it is good for both physical and mental stimulation, strengthens your bond, improves recall and impulse control and it satisfies their natural desires.

Click on the link to get a 10% discount on tug-e-nuff toys.

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07/12/2024

“If you like it, pay it!” 💯👍

If you like it, pay it.

The EASIEST way to start seeing more of the behaviours you like, is to start reinforcing them.

Reinforce with food rewards, petting, play, praise etc. If you see kore of those behaviours, your dog finds your actions reinforcing. If you don't see more of it, change what YOU are doing.

Examples

- quiet behaviours
- settled behaviours
- checking in with you when outdoors
- coming back to you
- disengaging from social interactions with people and dogs
- 4 on the floor

Build this as a daily practice.

What behaviours are you working in with your dog?

07/12/2024

🛑 No classes tonight due to the weather! 💨

Remember to let me know if you want to come to a Christmas class on 21st, it will only run if there’s enough interest 🎄

02/12/2024

Met handsome Blue for a Puppy Starter Session today.
Isn’t he a heart melter 🥰

01/12/2024

✏️ There’s A Blog Post For That…

From sharp little teeth to those unavoidable ‘oops’ moments on the carpet, raising a puppy can be challenging—but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
I have a variety of blogs available to help you tackle common puppy issues and get the most out of your training journey:

📌 Puppy Biting – Discover why puppies bite and how to gently guide them towards better behaviour.

📌 Toilet Training Tips – Proven strategies to make housetraining a success.

📌 Choosing the Right Trainer – Learn what to look for in a dog trainer to ensure you and your pup are in safe, capable hands.

📌 Making the Most of Your Training Class – Practical tips to maximise your results and have fun along the way!

Head over to my website to check them out 👇👇👇

https://activeanimaldogtraining.weebly.com/blog

30/11/2024

A little ‘middle’ practice this evening ❤️