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Alexandra's Practically Pawfect Training and behaviour support and transformation on a 1:1 basis. Qualified Scentwork UK Trainer and Judge for Tier 1. Based in Bexley, Kent I’m Alexandra.

From a tiny child, I was always fascinated by animals and their behaviour. I grew up surrounded by animals of all different species including dogs, cats, bunnies and many more. I always knew I was destined to be involved with animals and their families. I’ve been involved in dog training since I was a young teenager and have lived in a multi-dog household since then. Each of my dogs have taught me

so much and shaped who I am, what I know about dogs and how I choose to train and interact with animals and their families. I have spent vast amounts of time learning through a variety of courses, books and hands on experience and am committed to always learning more. I spend most of my days training, walking and looking after animals (mainly dogs but also other animals) and love every minute of it. In terms of dog training, I offer reward-based training on a one to one basis and love seeing the relationship build between dogs and their owners. There's so much information around about dogs and dog behaviour out there, it can be difficult to know how and where to start. One of my aims as a dog trainer is to help people to find the information and answers they are looking for. Also, to help them move towards the life they planned to have when they chose to add a dog to their family

I know that everyone and their pets’ needs will be different. That is why everything I offer is bespoke and designed to suit what is needed. Bespoke in person training options
Online training options
Solo or small group dog walks
In house visits or pet sitting

Drop me a message so we can discuss how I can help you and your pets

A sudden dip in temperature means a duvet day and pain meds for Rio ❤️
17/11/2025

A sudden dip in temperature means a duvet day and pain meds for Rio ❤️

Well, what a jam-packed session this morning to kick off the week.And it's safe to say stooge dog Nigel (pictured) got p...
17/11/2025

Well, what a jam-packed session this morning to kick off the week.

And it's safe to say stooge dog Nigel (pictured) got put through his paces, too.

We covered:

🐾 Next steps for harness desensitisation

🐾 Fundamentals of recall

🐾 Safe techniques for handling long lines

🐾 Introducing a location specific marker that will help with one person handling. As we continue to work through troublesome areas for grooming, vet visits, and other husbandry tasks

❄️ Touched on coat desensitisation as well now that we're heading into the cold and wet months

And alternative ways of working through frustration

All of that on top of working through big feelings about other dogs and people, alongside a fair amount of novelty being thrown our way

15/11/2025

So proud of the little guy. Today was a whole new experience for him and us... his assessment and then his first hydrotherapy session ❤️

He wiggled at everyone in reception but couldn't understand why the focus turned to forms instead of cuddles!

His little nose was wiggling a million miles an hour as he started to suss things out. When it came to his assessment, he went quiet again on the table. But he perked up once he was done with that bit.

He got to wear their smallest life jacket to swim in 😍

He was a little unsure of the water to begin with, but after only a short while, he chose to leave the ramp. And each time it was time to swim, he chose to leave the ramp.

He was so brave and look at that tail moving for balance!

Who knows? I might end up with my first truly water loving dog.

We've also got some exercises to do and figuring out other bits of the puzzle for him.

After his swim, he was worried about the post swim wash down. So, I held him, and she did it very gently by hand to get him used to it. And yes, by extension, I ended up with a shower, too 😆

But, he was happy for us to towel dry him, and he got to test out his drying coat so he wouldn't get too chilly on the way home

Thank you Completely K9 Hydrotherapy & Rehabilitation for taking such good care of Phoenix. He's looking forward to his next one

It's too soon really to mention it, but it's coming. So, here are some important dates for your diary coming up, I will ...
14/11/2025

It's too soon really to mention it, but it's coming.

So, here are some important dates for your diary coming up, I will be off:

Monday 24th November

And

Then my last day before Christmas is Friday the 19th December.

I'll be off from the 20th December- 4th January inclusive

My first day back in the New Year will be:
Monday 5th January 2026

12/11/2025

Look at that leg extension 😍

11/11/2025

Another important life lesson started: How to open parcels 🐾

Confidence building, problem solving, frustration tolerance building, all rolled into one.

A quick lesson in parcel opening from Aura as she got to open the main box, then it was his turn to have a go...He loved it 🥰

Thanks for a restocking of natural chews for him.and my others, they love them.

He can reach the couch. There's no escape now 🩷
09/11/2025

He can reach the couch. There's no escape now 🩷

09/11/2025
A little trip to the local pet shop, and it's safe to say he has some new fans, a new chew, and some treats 😊
07/11/2025

A little trip to the local pet shop, and it's safe to say he has some new fans, a new chew, and some treats 😊

One small step for some, a giant leap for Aura. Now as many of you know, Aura and I (us) have been on the confidence bui...
07/11/2025

One small step for some, a giant leap for Aura.

Now as many of you know, Aura and I (us) have been on the confidence building journey, developing skills to deal with frustration amidst others. With dogs, people and noises on the list of scaries.

Well, last week, saw her first time ever joining me at work. With me as the only human for all but the first minute or two.

One of the (many) steps towards this is getting to know each dog inside out and back to front, and I knew he'd be ideal for her.

Now she has met him a couple of times albeit briefly when we've bumped into him whilst he was out with his people. But, this is a totally different ball game for her.

A little panic at the beginning but with a little time, strategy and sniffing time, we soon got to go on our way.

They were a PERFECT match for each other. Curious about each other, respectful where needed, happy to allow the sussing out to happen in stages and mooching off to do their own thing.

I had zero aims for this, if it had been too much for her, he'd just have had a solo walk instead.

What happened was so much more than I would have predicted.

After the initial panic, it was like she was walking with one of our own dogs, not a newbie ❤️

3 weeks today, he's been home ❤️
06/11/2025

3 weeks today, he's been home ❤️

05/11/2025

That face 😍

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