Great day 1 to this week's learning, really looking forward to day 2! Thanks Sophie and Leigh-Ann @veterinary_behaviour_support
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Would you believe me if I told you that my cockapoo used to be a reactive dog? 🐕
Reactive dogs are often labelled as aggressive.
The problem with this narrative is that it assumes dogs have an aggressive personality trait.
As you can see reactive dogs are far from being aggressive ALL the time.
The truth is that these types of behaviours are often rooted in fear and anxiety, and 'aggressive' behaviours are merely a means to communicate a need to increase distance between them and the scary 'thing'.
Let's stop mislabelling our dogs and show them a little more understanding 🐶💜
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Crate training tips for a happy pup! 🐾
Remember, never leave your dog to 'cry it out'—this is detrimental to your dogs wellbeing ❤️. Its OK to comfort your dog, you SHOULD comfort your dog!
Avoid forcing your furry friend into the crate to prevent stress and potential bites. 🚫
Make the crate a positive space, not a timeout spot. 🌈
And of course, limit crated time to keep it positive! Doggy prison? No thanks! 🏠
When crate training your pup, remember to build up crate time slowly. ⏳ Gradual increases help them adjust comfortably and create positive associations with their cozy space! 🐾
Follow me for ethical up to date training tips or message me to learn how you can make crate training fun!
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Are you finding walking your dog a problem? Do you get dragged down the street rather than being able to enjoy your walks?
I can teach you to understand what motivates your dog to pull and what we humans need to learn to help our dogs to learn to walk slower.
Your dogs welfare is my top priority so I never use slip leads or other tools your dog will find stressful.
** If you know a friend who has the same issues you can quote 'Buddy Up' and share the cost and still receive expert tutoring, terms and conditions apply**
Get in touch to start your journey.
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🚫🐾 Don't Believe the Myth: Puppy Socialisation, Made Simple! 🚫🐶
Many puppy owners make a common mistake. They think socialising their dog means letting them play with every dog they meet. 🙅♂️🛑 But, that's not what real socialisation is all about. And if you get it wrong, you might be in for a surprise when your dog grows up and starts acting up around other dogs, like barking and lunging. 😩😰
What Socialisation Isn't:
🐕 Not Every Dog They See: You don't have to let your pup say hello to every dog. In fact, doing that can lead to problems later on.
🙅♂️ Not Too Much Excitement: It's not about letting your puppy get too excited with all the dogs. That can backfire.
What Socialisation Really Is:
🐶 Variety and Balance: It's about giving your pup a taste of different things, like different people, places, and yes, other dogs.
🌍 Boosting Confidence: Socialisation helps your pup become more confident and get used to the world around them.
👃 Exploring with their SENSES: It's also about letting them explore new stuff with their EYES, EARS, NOSE, and PAWS.
👂 Getting Used to Sounds: Gradually, they learn about different sounds so they won't be scared of noises later.
👐 Different Surfaces and Grounds: It's like teaching them how to walk on different things so they feel comfy and sure-footed.
Remember, you don't have to let your puppy meet every dog they see. Instead, focus on giving them a mix of good experiences. That way, your dog can grow up to be well-adjusted and comfortable around other dogs. 🌟🐾
If you need help to bring up a well rounded pup then get in touch.
Contact:
Dr Caroline Canine Consultant
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Its that time of year again when we need to be weary of algal blooms such as blue-green algae (cyaonobacteria) which can be fatal for dogs. These dangerous algae are found in still fresh water areas such as lakes, ponds and sometimes slow moving rivers.
Keep your dog on a lead away from the water and don't let your dog swim or drink the water. You can report the area via the Bloomin’ Algae app.
If you think your dog might have been exposed - rinse them off as soom as possible to avoid licking and ingestion. Seek veterinary advice immediately if you think your dog may have ingested algae.
Dr Caroline IMDT - dog behaviour
IMDT Qualified Dog Trainer
www.CarolinesK9s.com
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A confident Georgie 😍😁😍
Thanks to my client Lynda for the lovely Google review. Wonderful to see Georgie out enjoying life!
"Highly recommended A* ..Caroline’s knowledge and understanding of my highly stressed deaf dog has helped us to see that small adjustments to how we handle her anxieties have made big improvements in her behaviour ..she has given us a great foundation to work on and hopefully will help her become more confident and less reactive to situations and strangers in her everyday life 😀"