Balance Behaviour

25/08/2025

Naughty dogs are just good dogs that are carrying baggage, or are unfulfilled or confused!
Bring out the 'good' in your dog! Give us a call or drop us a line- because we are totally on board. All your dogs are good dogs just waiting to shine :)🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

20/08/2025

You know I dislike harnesses and this is why

If you use a harness, or are thinking about using one for your dog please educate yourself via legitimate, informed sources.
It's easy to be misled, so go to the latest research and find up to date information.

In the area of the effect of dog walking equipment on canine form and function the expert is L*z Graham of The Pet Gundog : The Pet Gundog Club and Trained for Life, and she has this to say,

'The research on harnesses is evolving, but needs to include so much more than it has to date, however one thing is clear and shines out like a beacon: -
Harnesses change how dogs move and have a significant negative impact on our dog’s action and gait… even when there is no lead tension.'

Be aware of the risks - educate yourself- advocate for your dog - don't use a harness unless absolutely necessary!

Check out the blog post below and find some clarity in the studies and evidence associated with harnesses and their effect on your dog's body.

With an increasing number of scientific studies on harnesses, we now have more data to support the concerns I’ve had over this piece of equipment. As the harness is exponentially increasing in popularity and has started to be marketed as a 'must have' fashion accessory for your dog, it is more imp...

19/08/2025

Insurance claims for behaviour work - not as tricky as you might think!

Now then, we deal with a lot of insurance claims - and we are happy to be paid directly after the initial claim has gone through, but a lot of people avoid claiming via insurance because they think their premium will go up. This means less sessions, and often a long journey to the goal, or an incomplete journey.
BUT check your policy because this isn't always the case... some providers are on the side of the angels.

Petplan is an example of a provider that - in their own words - '...guarantee that we'll never charge you more for claiming. Your price will increase every year as your pet gets older, but with Petplan you won't pay more for claiming. In fact, if your pet needs treatment we want you to claim.'

So if you are with Petplan, you don't need to avoid claiming back behaviour fees (or any other fees) to keep your insurance premium down. It won't impact your insurance premium one bit. Every provider is different so do check - but Petplan is a definite 'go for it' although they do increase the premiums year on year regardless of claims.
We are a Petplan practice so claiming is extra easy if you are with them. For others be sure to check your policy wording - but generally speaking claiming for services from us is a breeze - although some providers do require a veterinary referral form to be completed - which we can pop across to you in a jiffy.

If you never considered it then consider it now: Are you covered for behaviour therapy? (not training - no insurance company will cover training). If so how does a claim impact your premium? I'd be interested to hear how your company measures up!

18/08/2025

Walking is very relaxing at this time of year! I can't go two steps without picking blackberries or rosehips (and getting lost in it to the tune of twenty minutes at a time...), chatting to all the people that are out in the nice weather, checking if the sloes are ripening (they're not but my goodness there are a lot of them this year!).
The morning group walks are great, but loving my individual walks with the baby donkey in the afternoons just now. It's our quiet time to get licked by cows and try - fruitlessly - to sniff cats (I miss Milo the dog testing cat so much right now), and to do some training (again and again... it will stick eventually).
Rain is officially quite a bit heavier than me now, and he has yet to muscle out. I think it's safe to say that he is well outside the normal healthy range for his breed, but hey! There's more of him to love and that's what insurance is for right? ❤❤❤❤❤

Hope your walks are amazing today - and if not I'm only a phone call or an email away so get yourself booked in for some behaviour work with us - we've got some great helper dogs to assist if needed, and if I can help you boss the walk, everything else gets so much easier.

15/08/2025

Training for behaviour isn't always about classes or time commitment - it's about changing the way you think about everyday routines and the way you approach them with your dog.
Throw in some ten minute exercises to target specifics and you have yourself a relaxed happy home within a short timeframe. It doesn't have to be difficult or complicated, it just has to be targeted to your dog and yourself. 🐾🐾🐾

14/08/2025

Another win for the Wynne! Here’s an excerpt from his most recent attempt to explain dominance to the masses.

‘In some cases, these organizations insist that the idea of dominance in human-dog relations is an extrapolation from outdated views of wolf social organization.
These learned societies are on the side of the angels, but there’s just one problem: Research shows that dogs do in fact experience dominance. They are highly sensitive to hierarchical social relationships — more so even than wolves. Still, that doesn’t mean that the harsh animal trainers are right: Dogs may respond to dominance cues without that in any way offering an excuse for cruel, physically punishing behavior.’ Clive Wynne

13/08/2025

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

Amy Dennison, Nicky Forder

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community, fans

13/08/2025

Everyone with good bois should be sure keep them hydrated today - it’s a scorcher!

12/08/2025

Don't struggle alone - get in touch for support as and when you need it!

Whether you need a quick chat, a power hour on the phone, a full assessment of your dog's behaviour problems with a plan to follow, follow-up support or rescue advice. At your home, on the phone or via video call - we've got you covered when you need us. No issue is too small or too overwhelming. Your insurance company may even cover your fees for behaviour therapy.
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08/08/2025

Good Morning Doggy People!🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻
If any of the rescues that we work with need cards sending out for their adoption packs please let me know this week and I'll get them organised!
If you run a rescue and would like to benefit from out rescue rates, get in touch.
Here's hoping it's a great week for adoptions, training, and behaviour!
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