Pentlands Dog Training

08/09/2024

https://www.sallygutteridge.com/post/understanding-your-dog-s-language-why-it-s-crucial-to-listen-before-they-shout?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0zw_a_Yi_YRwOAzqzykSoySLLrrsdLJm4h4HbLBAzv-bmwMojBhCJcqY4_aem_A7EkkWqRL-tmJ01pXybEdQ

Dogs, much like humans, communicate through a range of signals. Often, we only realise something is wrong when our dogs start behaving in ways that are impossible to ignore. However, much like human communication, many messages are conveyed long before the situation escalates. Consider a conversatio...

30/07/2024

Foraged greens and flowers are a great way to add vitamins and minerals into your dog's diet.

From top left clockwise
Dock seeds
Sticky w***y (cleavers)
Silverweed
Plantain
Nettle
Spinach
Flowers-white & yellow clover and heal well.

31/10/2023

Important Update on the news today about the XLBully ban in England and Wales.

Scotland is still working on it.

By the 31st December2023 it will be iLLEGAL to
Breed
sell
Advertise
Rehome
Abandon

From the 1st February 2024
It will be illegal to
Own an XL Bully unless it is registered on the Index of Exempted Dogs

Owners who wish to keep their dogs will have until the 31st January 2024 to register their dog for exemption
The dog must be neutered and microchipped, muzzled and on a lead at all times in a public place and not in the hands of a minor.

Here is a more in depth article from Save Our Seized Dogs-Putting BSL to Sleep UK

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=722250279933054&id=100064442664325

18/10/2023

This gorgeous little girl recently finished her 121 puppy course and was running free off-lead today.
Her mum sent me a video of her performing rocket recalls, responding to the cues she's learned, engaging beautifully and having a ball.

Initially when we first met, there was reluctance to let her off-lead after a previous traumatic incident that was no fault of her mum's but it left its scars.

We worked on building a connection through positive training and confidence building games, obedience, and of course, recall.

This was all practised before we headed to an enclosed field for her first taste of freedom.

Everyone was really pleased at her recall, checking in and willingness to engage even though she was over the moon at all the new smells she was experiencing.
And now she's in the big girls world and is aceing it.

Her mum is a natural trainer and I watched her confidence soar as she learned how to train, get results and how to manage every day situations.

I received this lovely review from her last night. I got all choked up reading it (in a nice way) and I'm really chuffed to have been able to help. I miss our Tues morning sessions 😊

"My 4 month old beagle and I recently completed Rizia’s 5 week puppy 1-2-1 course.
I found it incredibly enjoyable, interesting and rewarding. My puppy learned so much and she’s well on her way to mastering (and mastered) many key skills. Exactly what I was hoping for.
We started with some pretty decent foundations which Rizia acknowledged and therefore adjusted her programme accordingly.

Rizia clearly loves dogs and is passionate about their welfare; this shows with her positive training technique. She often made me pause and consider how my dog was feeling or what her experience might be, which made me even more empathetic to the world of a young puppy in a human environment.

Rizia is not only incredibly generous with her time (we frequently overran sessions and I messaged her with lots of questions and videos outside of class) but she is also hugely generous with her knowledge…which seems endless!

Rizia is a special person and I feel hugely fortunate to have found her to set me and my pooch on the right track. I know I’ll be back for more sessions and hints and tips in the future!
Without doubt I would recommend her to anyone looking to train and understand more about their dog"

12/10/2023

Only one slot left!

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PHOTOSHOOT.
Sat. Dec 2nd

Yellow Dog Photography have opened bookings for their Xmas Photoshoot here at Pentlands Dog Training.

Ideal for
nervous & reactive dogs,
family photos with kids
multi dog households.

What you get:

30 mins 121 with Nadia in the safety of the studio with just you and your dog(s)
No busy queues,
No rushing,
Safe and secure area with help on hand if you need it.

Our previous shoots here have been a huge success and a much needed service for you and your dog to give you that Xmas photo to treasure.

Book quickly because we have limited spaces and they're very popular.

Hope to see you there 🙂

Christmas dog photos - ideal for nervous or reactive dogs. 30 minute individual ticket time, plenty time for you and your dog(s) to relax.

11/10/2023

The Thin Blue Paw Foundation have been asked to help with £55000 worth of vet bill… Julie Roy needs your support for Thin Blue Paw Online Dog show fundraiser

11/10/2023

Do you ever wonder what happens to courageous police dogs when they retire?

Some retire after having served their time and are getting on in years. Some, retire due to injuries that need ongoing professional attention and medication.
Most of them stay with their handlers in their own homes.

THIN BLUE PAW, the charity that helps with vet bills (£55k for one month alone!!) and food for these dogs is acutely short of money and desperately needs your help.

You can help by entering your dogs in this online dog show.
And if you could share this post, that would be very much appreciated.

There are various categories and you can enter as many times with as many pics as you want.
Only £2 a shot.

Pentlands Dog training is sponsoring and judging the cute little puppy class 🙂

We are also sponsoring "Dogs that make us laugh" with Yellow Dog photography and together we are
GTF... (get the foto)

Get your pics in‼️‼️
I'll be entering a few classes too.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551951700017

10/10/2023

The tree surgeons are here to clear the area under the power lines before they cause damage.
We are planting new trees next month in a safer place to make up for it because you can never have too many trees.

And now we have another area cleared for dog related activities. Yay 🙂

01/10/2023

I'm not sure why you couldn't post your pics on the last post so here it is again.
Let's see your black enough dogs on

01/10/2023

It's
I don't have pure black dogs but they're black enough.

Let's see your black or black enough dogs.

01/10/2023

Calculate your dog's human age

21/09/2023

My little ray of sunshine, Force,
aka Zippity, the Fire Marshall and Wee F***y.

As with all dogs, we know certain breeds can be
predisposed to certain genetic issues.

So Force has had all her tests done and her hips and elbows scored to reassure myself that everything is tikityboo. And if not, then to take early measures to help her.

La, my German shepherd girl who went over the bridge in May, had multiple issues throughout her life.
We were constantly keeping on top of any pain and dealing with new illnesses.
She did have a good and surprisingly long life.
But I feel so sad at all the opportunities this amazing, wonderful girl never got to experience.

So you can imagine how concerned I've been.

Well I needn't have worried.
Force's scores have come in at a whopping...
Elbows - 0/0
Hips - 3/2

Well chuffed 🙂
and thanks Vylano GSDs & Kelcastle Gundogs

16/09/2023

Chief vet says this

Owners will have to register their dogs, Christine Middlemiss says, after Rishi Sunak announces a ban.

16/09/2023

The recent dog attacks and the reaction from Westminster has caused a lot of alarm and distress.

This is some of the best advice I've seen from Emma Judson, although some of it may be a hard read.

https://www.thecanineconsultants.co.uk/post/safety-first-xl-bullies?fbclid=IwAR2cAD2bg8sTr4vFa5zgb8auP9DQFgnmcLywgGOujGkAao_eImrdAsSbSLk

If you own an XL Bully, a big chonky bull x, a Cane Corso, a Presa Canario, a Rottweiler mix... if you own ANY big chunky fatheaded bull breed mix... PLEASE read this, pass to friends, print it out, I don't care... just share it. The UK is about to ban XL Bullies/American XL Bullies - however these....

28/08/2023

is at today.
Come and say Hi!

26/08/2023

It's all go here this week, making another rather special training field.

We are clearing the area (my favourite place) now that the insects and the nesting birds have gone.
There's still acres of wildness for them next year when they return.

We're keeping the trees and it will be a mix of grass and wild flowers.

It will look worse before it looks better but it's worth it.

This is perfect for outdoor classes and workshops and will also be used in 121s.

20/08/2023

Little and Large.
It's been a busy day for these 2 and they're chilling outside in the cool of the evening.

20/08/2023

Puppies are fab but remember to keep your own preciouses up high or out the way.

This little tyke demolished the pail while I was distracted in the polytunnel.

She got bored and decided to amuse herself.