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Mutts & Mischief Holistic Dog Education and Behaviour Services Holistic dog training and behaviourist services, all dog breeds and all welcome!

Tasha is a behaviourist certified with the ISCP and accredited by INTODogs and ICAN, Tasha is holistically based to give you and your dog the best service!

📚Book of the Week: Zero to Hero 📚Understand emotionally challenged dogs like never before!Are barking, lunging, or growl...
02/03/2025

📚Book of the Week: Zero to Hero 📚
Understand emotionally challenged dogs like never before!

Are barking, lunging, or growling part of your daily life?

Zero to Hero breaks down the science behind reactive dog behavior and provides actionable steps to help your dog feel safe and confident. With a 222-page guide, references, and a complimentary Medical and Journal Pack, this book is your ultimate tool for addressing your dog’s emotions and needs.

👉 Perfect for dog guardians ready to help their dogs go from stressed, nervous, anxious, uncomfortable or hyperactive to relaxed.

đŸŸ Why trust these books? - As a specialist in these areas and INTODogs knowledge and skills assessed accredited behaviourist, I understand the emotional needs of dogs, especially those with complex behaviours. My goal is to make learning an holistic — focused journey for both the mind and body of your dog for lasting change.

🌟 Each book comes with it's own additional freebies: such as relevant journals, discounts and more!

Start the journey to a more confident companion, whilst boosting your confidence along the way!

🛒 Further information on each book and link to purchase here: https://www.muttsnmischief.com/books.html

đŸŸ Let’s turn struggles into success—together! đŸŸ

Selfie Sunday!! No words. Just drop a photo of your Woofers in the comments. Completely unprompted, as they are now. No ...
02/03/2025

Selfie Sunday!!

No words. Just drop a photo of your Woofers in the comments. Completely unprompted, as they are now. No cheating!!

Image description: Wolfdog lying on his back on a raised dog bed and his lips are relaxed showing his teeth as he sleeps. The image is in a photo style frame which is skyblue with a strip of live heart shaped tape appearing to hold the photo up, with a pink love heart in pastel at the bottom of the frame to the right. The text reads: no words, just share your Woofers selfie.
The lower text reads: muttsnmischief.com
Felt cute might delete later. Selfie Sunday.

Silly Saturday! 😜
01/03/2025

Silly Saturday! 😜

Fun not formality— Building Connections Through Paws to Play — The Harsh Reality of Seeking Dog Advice on RedditText to ...
01/03/2025

Fun not formality— Building Connections Through Paws to Play — The Harsh Reality of Seeking Dog Advice on Reddit

Text to speech - YouTube - https://youtu.be/r4dEFIKwfCk?si=W4nxk_iLFeRM3ttm

My Experience with Reddit’s Dog Subreddits, the lack of connection and play

I joined Reddit during the Christmas holidays, thinking it would be a great place to connect with dog guardians, offer support, and see how people were navigating their training struggles. What I found instead was a chaotic, disheartening environment that left me feeling even more compassion for dog guardians who are simply trying to do their best.

Within minutes of someone posting a question, they’re bombarded with unsolicited comments—often numbering in the hundreds. Instead of constructive advice, many of these comments encourage guardians to:

Behaviorally euthanize their dog, even in cases where training and veterinary care could help. (There is nothing wrong with behavioural euthanasia when done ethically between a holistic team of professionals and veterinarians guiding the guardian. Not social media).

Avid readers and long time followers are already acutely aware of my stance, that no dog can be worked with or assessed professionally and ethically without a medical check first.

For anybody new here; Most people are shocked when we suggest a veterinarian check; however Mills, et al (2020) found 80% of dogs presenting with new behaviours were actually experiencing pain and or unwellness. https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/2/318

The Emotional Toll of Social Media and Dog Training Misinformation

I’m fully aware of the risks of compassion fatigue and the toll social media can take on mental health. I pace myself, limit how much I read, and take breaks when needed. While some subreddits are draining, I do find comfort in others—particularly reptile care communities, which are entirely different in tone. They focus on education, welfare, and genuine support, which helps me recharge my goblin battery.

But the reality is, all social media carries a level of harm when it comes to animal welfare. I’ve seen videos on Facebook that have given me nightmares. I’ve stepped back from TikTok because of the overwhelming flood of last-minute rescue videos—dogs moments away from euthanasia to make space for the next intake. Some days, I simply can’t cope with it all, beyond supporting my clients, who are truly wonderful, dedicated guardians.

Yet, on Reddit, the situation is even more extreme. Dog guardians seeking help are met with waves of harsh, often ill-informed advice that only deepens their struggles.

The responses frequently encourage:
Returning a rescue dog at the first sign of difficulty. Guardians are told to send the dog back with little consideration for the emotional toll this takes on both the dog and the human.

Rehoming as the default solution. Instead of guidance on how to work through challenges, guardians are pressured into treating their dog as disposable.
Punitive training methods. Advice like “let them cry it out,” “rub their nose in their mess,” or “alpha roll them” still runs rampant, despite the overwhelming evidence against these approaches.

And then there are the post titles—some of which are heartbreaking to read:
‱ My dog is ruining my life.
‱ This is not what I signed up for.
‱ The trainer said my dog is too far gone.
‱ Wanted a service dog for my child, but I want to send it back because it’s reactive (after only two days in a new home).

These statements aren’t just words on a screen; they reflect real struggles, real emotions, and real dogs whose futures hang in the balance. And instead of receiving empathy, education, or solutions, these guardians are often met with shame, dismissal, or outright hostility.

No one should feel alone in their journey with their dog. No one should feel like their only options are giving up or using methods that compromise their dog’s welfare and potentially place themselves in danger because of the awful and terrifying advice.

Even worse, Reddit’s algorithm and moderation system ensure that certain voices dominate these conversations—voices that often lack qualifications or expertise.
The Problem with Moderation on Dog Subreddits
One of the biggest issues I’ve encountered is how moderators enforce rules. Their strict guidelines don’t actually protect guardians—instead, they actively harm them.

Here’s why:
Professional advice is banned. Many subreddits delete comments from professional dog trainers and behaviorists, even when the information is evidence-based and helpful. This removes any opportunity for guardians to receive accurate, science-backed advice.
I understand that much of this stems from the anonymity that Reddit provides—but personally, that doesn’t concern me in the slightest. My Reddit username is MuttsnMischief, and my profile is filled with posts I openly share, just as I do elsewhere.

In response to the overwhelming misinformation, I’ve also created a subreddit called r/HolisticDogEdu, a space for those who want to learn within an ethical, holistic, and kind community. It’s a place where guardians can seek guidance without fear of judgment, ensuring they and their dogs receive the support they truly deserve.

I was banned on my first day for replying in the way I do as a Do No Harm Dog Training Group Moderator-standard advice, with the claim that I was “attempting to poach clients for personal gain rather than acting out of goodwill and charity.” This couldn’t be further from the truth—I’ve dedicated much of my career to helping dog and other species guardians for free.

On top of that, I’ve been called ChatGPT three times simply for trying to help others. That particular comment stung, especially as an autistic person, and for a while, it made me withdraw from engaging as openly.
Misinformation spreads unchecked. Because experts are silenced, posts become overrun with personal opinions and outdated methods, often causing more harm than good.

Only high-karma users can comment on behavioral euthanasia posts. Moderators often restrict these discussions so that only users with a certain percentage of karma in that specific subreddit can participate. This means that the same voices—often with no qualifications—continue to dominate the conversation, reinforcing harmful narratives.

This is also not based on being vetted, a professional, holding a degree or anything which would deem a professional as competent to be giving advice. Instead it is based upon upvotes and downvotes. So if a user comments to “correct the dog” if other users like the comment so to speak, this user is then catapulted to a higher rank within the group to keep giving harmful advice.

Reddit as a company claims that Moderators do this to prevent spam and poor quality information, which is absolutely not correct.

Serious medical emergencies are ignored. Instead of rushing their pet to the vet, many guardians post distressing images of severe injuries or illnesses, waiting for internet strangers to diagnose the issue. Seeing these posts is both emotionally draining and deeply upsetting, especially when the responses are riddled with dangerous misinformation.

It becomes exhausting trying to keep up with these posts, repeatedly commenting “Go to the vet immediately,” only to be met with responses like, “They had a check-up, and the vet said they were fine.” When I then share research—such as Mills et al. (2020)—to highlight why a deeper assessment might be needed, I either get dismissed, downvoted, or called ChatGPT.

The Emotional Toll and the Dilemma of Staying

Being on these subreddits is exhausting. It’s heartbreaking to see guardians being misled, shamed, or outright bullied when they’re just looking for help. Every day, I see cases where dogs could thrive with the right support—but instead, they’re pushed toward unnecessary suffering or even euthanasia.

I’ve thought about leaving Reddit entirely. But if I do, who will be there to provide an ethical, compassionate perspective? The problem is that professionals who want to help are blocked from doing so, leaving dog guardians to fend for themselves in an overwhelming sea of conflicting opinions.

I briefly encountered a veterinary ophthalmologist on Reddit who shared my frustration over the sheer number of posts about dogs’ eye issues. He, too, tried to offer professional advice—only to be shut down.

So why do people turn to Reddit for help? Because other social media platforms demand authenticity and transparency, which leaves them vulnerable to shaming, attacks, and trolling. I can absolutely see this from both sides, and that’s where my empathy and compassion come in—it’s all too easy to judge.

I choose to stay because, at the heart of it, these guardians aren’t dog professionals; they’re scared, overwhelmed, and just looking for answers. If I can offer even a small amount of clarity or support, then it’s worth it.

This is exactly why I began doing this job full-time. Working in rescue, I saw firsthand the dogs who would have once been someone’s Reddit question—a desperate plea for a glimmer of hope that things would work out. Instead, those dogs ended up scared, stressed, alone, malnourished, found on the streets, and ultimately confined to a 4x8 ft cell.

I got into this role to prevent that. To offer hope, support, encouragement, and guidance before things reached the point of a dog being abandoned. Because once they’re dumped and left to fend for themselves, their only chance is a rescue stepping in. And too often, those chances are heartbreakingly slim.

And not all rescues are like Dogs Trust or those dedicated to providing dogs with fulfilling, enriched lives during their stay. Many are underfunded, overcrowded, and struggling to cope with the sheer number of dogs needing help. Some dogs will sit in kennels for months, even years—overlooked, misunderstood, and deteriorating mentally and emotionally. Rescue should be a last resort, not the first piece of advice given at the first sign of difficulty.

Where to Find Real Support

If you’re struggling with your dog’s behavior, please don’t let Reddit or any other social media channel, make you feel like you’re out of options. You and your dog deserve help that is based on kindness, science, and real expertise—not the opinions of anonymous internet users.

Instead, seek support from qualified professionals who will:
✅ Listen to your concerns with empathy.
✅ Provide ethical, science-backed training and behavior strategies.
✅ Help you understand your dog’s emotions and needs.
✅ Support both you and your dog without judgment.
I’ve dedicated my career to helping guardians build better relationships with their dogs. If you’re feeling lost, I have resources that can help:
📚 Zero to Hero volumes 1 and 2 – A holistic guide to understanding and supporting reactive dogs.
📚 Calm Canines – A practical guide to helping dogs with separation anxiety.
📚 Connected Care – A book on collaborative care, making grooming and vet visits less stressful for your dog.
Which you can find here - https://studio.buymeacoffee.com/extras

If you’re looking for ongoing support, my All Stars Game Club runs every Saturday at 4 PM GMT via Zoom—a safe space for guardians who want to build strong, trust-based relationships with their dogs through fun and enrichment.

Pay It Forward: Helping Dogs & Their Guardians

I offer a Pay It Forward service where people who can afford to donate towards a one-to-one behavior consultation can do so—either anonymously, or have the opportunity to connect and see whom they have helped if the guardian agrees, or in direct contact with the recipient. This allows a guardian and their dog in need to receive dedicated, professional support, just like any paying client.

I charge a reduced rate of ÂŁ50 (a 33% discount from my usual ÂŁ75 fee) for these sessions, ensuring I can still provide the same level of care and attention while making behavioral support more accessible.

I would love to work for free all the time, but like anyone else, I have to cover my living expenses, business costs, and continued education to keep providing the best care for the dogs I help. Your generosity helps me offer this service sustainably, making a real difference in the lives of dogs and their guardians.

If you’d like to contribute and help another guardian and their dog, you can donate [insert donation link or method]. Every contribution matters, ensuring that ethical, science-based training remains available to those who need it most.

Thank you for being part of a community that believes in kindness, fairness, and ensuring every dog gets the support they deserve.

If you’re struggling and need guidance, reach out. You’re not alone, and there are better answers out there than what Reddit has to offer.

Also check out the following:

Our own group Mutts and Mischief Community
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1G3wAjkHuX/?mibextid=wwXIfr

As well as all of these other organisations here on Facebook:
Do No Harm Dog Training
Pet Professional Guild
The Association of INTODogs
The Dog Welfare Alliance
ICAN - International Companion Animal Network
Freya Locke ACB.KSA Fun not fear inner circle
KAD - Kids Around Dogs

The list goes on and on, but please don't ever feel alone, all of these groups and more are here to help with professionals of whom are vetted, qualified, experienced, accredited and assessed.

So before you feel as though your situation is spiralling out of control. Whether it’s reactivity, fear-based behaviors, or simply learning how to support a newly adopted dog, my goal is to equip people with the tools and understanding they need to create lasting, positive change. Because no one should feel like their only option is to give up.

Mutts and Mischief Holistic Education and Behaviour ServicesFun, Not Formality — Building Connections Through Paws to Pl...
01/03/2025

Mutts and Mischief Holistic Education and Behaviour Services
Fun, Not Formality — Building Connections Through Paws to Play

Dog Behaviour Support Package

Tailored Help for Your Dog’s Unique Needs

Struggling with a specific dog behaviour or training challenge? I’m here to help!

With the Dog Behaviour Support Package, you’ll receive expert advice and practical strategies customized to you and your dog — all from the comfort of your home.

What’s Included for Just £50 per Month?

How to Get Started

Email me your question/ concern

Send me an email with your question and include as much detail as possible about your dog’s behaviour concern. The more specific you can be, the more tailored my advice will be.

Open to Everyone

This package is available to both new and past clients, so whether we’ve worked together before or not, I’m here to help!

Subscribe

Once you have set up your direct debit mandate, you're all set and welcome to send your first email. Subscribe for just ÂŁ50/month to start receiving ongoing support.

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Why Choose This Package?

đŸȘ Affordable and accessible.
đŸȘDesigned to fit your lifestyle and pace.
đŸȘBacked by positive, holistic, science-based methods.
đŸȘ3 personalized email responses per month addressing your specific training or behaviour concerns.
đŸȘExpert guidance from a qualified and experienced dog behaviourist, including:
đŸŸINTODogs Accredited Canine Behaviourist — knowledge and skills assessed.
đŸŸMember of the UK Dog Charter, ICAN, and the Dog Welfare Alliance.
đŸŸMember of the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) and committee member of the PPG Assistance Animal Division and Advocacy Panel.
đŸŸMember of the CMA.
đŸŸCollaborative Care Partner (Specializing in cooperative care for grooming, husbandry, and vet visits).
đŸŸEnrichment Technician (Designing activities that stimulate and fulfill dogs’ needs).
đŸŸPPG PDA Instructor and Assessor.
đŸŸAuthor of Multiple Dog Training and Behaviour Books.
đŸŸReactive Dog Behaviour Expert (Focus on addressing underlying emotions and needs).
đŸŸTrauma and Rescue Expert (Specializing in identifying trauma and creating solutions, helping rescue dogs adjust to their new family).
đŸŸExpert in Canine Nutrition and Wellness (Focus on diet, potential allergens, vet consultation support, and overall well being).
đŸŸKAD (Kids Around Dogs) Instructor.
đŸŸCertified in Canine First Aid and Dog Law (Level 4).
đŸŸScentwork Specialist and Instructor.
đŸŸPuppy Specialist.
đŸŸCanine Body Language Specialist.
đŸŸReactivity Specialist.
đŸŸAnd much more, which can be found on my website.
🐕‍đŸŠșAdvocate for Accessibility and Inclusivity in the dog training industry (through SIT INTODogs).
🐕‍đŸŠșExperienced Online Educator and Class Facilitator
🐕‍đŸŠșFun, Not Formality — Building Connections Through Paws to Play
🐕‍đŸŠșAll Stars Game Club
🐕‍đŸŠșExperienced in Sensory Sensitivity and Sensory Processing (Applying parallels between humans and dogs).

A flexible and supportive approach designed to help you make progress at your own pace.

Whether you’re dealing with barking, reactivity, anxiety, or other challenges, this package is perfect for guardians seeking professional support without a full consultation.

Take the first step toward a happier, calmer dog today — all for just £50 per month!

Terms and Conditions

Service Scope

The package includes 3 email responses per month, focused on one specific behaviour or training concern.
Each response provides tailored advice and strategies based on the information you provide.

First-time clients will receive a consultation package to provide detailed information about your dog(s) and family.

Subscription Fee

The package costs ÂŁ50 per month, payable via Direct Debit through GoCardless.

Payments are non-refundable once processed.

How It Works

Once the direct debit mandate is set up, send your first question via email as soon as you like! To: [email protected]

Emails should be limited to 500 words for clarity and efficiency.

You’ll receive a response within 3 business days.

First-time clients will receive a consultation package to provide detailed information about their dog(s) and family.

Your Responsibility

Success relies on your commitment to implementing the advice provided.

Severe or complex cases (e.g., aggression) may require a remote 1:1 consultation at standard rates.

Our Commitment

All advice aligns with science-based, holistic, positive reinforcement methods.

Your information will remain strictly confidential.

Cancellation Policy

Subscriptions can be canceled at any time, but refunds will not be issued for unused emails in the current billing cycle.

By purchasing this package, you agree to these terms.

Let’s work together to build a stronger bond with your dog.

Sign Up Now!
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đŸŸ Join Our Inclusive Dog Training Community! 🐕Looking for a welcoming space filled with passionate dog lovers? Join us—n...
01/03/2025

đŸŸ Join Our Inclusive Dog Training Community! 🐕
Looking for a welcoming space filled with passionate dog lovers? Join us—no subscription fees, just support!
✔ Weekly tutorials + access to archives
✔ Upload your own videos, share goals, and get peer feedback
✔ Rant, ask for advice, and connect with fellow dog guardians and professionals!
Whether you’re training, venting, or celebrating progress, you’re part of an inclusive, supportive group. Come be a part of our journey!

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From time to time, people ask if there’s a way to “pay it forward” by supporting someone else’s journey with their dog—a...
28/02/2025

From time to time, people ask if there’s a way to “pay it forward” by supporting someone else’s journey with their dog—a beautiful gesture that we’re humbled to facilitate. While we don’t often publicly advertise this option, it is available, and if you would like to learn more and how to help, just follow the link -

https://muttsandmischief.substack.com/p/pay-it-forward?r=2r5dgd&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR39rrdNf_j5_nzW4DsWWiDC8cj_JX2E-4Zt2RSMwMfJi7qCkjAl9qB5tiw_aem_PyA6vD3P8GzVV1QTDmx0ww&triedRedirect=true

Fun not formality - Building Connections Through Paws to Play; Fun Not Force Managing Prey Drive Without Punishment Pre...
27/02/2025

Fun not formality - Building Connections Through Paws to Play; Fun Not Force Managing Prey Drive Without Punishment

Prey drive is a natural instinct in dogs—some have more of it, some have less, and it can be influenced by genetics, environment, and training. But here’s the thing: prey drive is not a justification for punishment.

I often hear the argument that dogs with a strong prey drive must be managed with shock collars to prevent them from chasing wildlife or livestock. But that simply isn’t true. In the videos I’m sharing, you’ll see my dogs in close proximity to a herd of deer, cows, and even a horse. The fencing and hedging separating them is only 4ft—something they could easily clear if they wanted to. Yet, they choose not to.

They watch, they observe, and they disengage without issue.

This isn’t because I’ve punished them into submission. It’s because I’ve built a foundation of trust, engagement, and choice. They don’t need force to make the right decision—they need guidance, reinforcement, and an understanding of expectations.

As a wheelchair user, I can’t rely on physically intervening if my dogs make a sudden movement. Instead, I focus on long-distance handling, reinforcing communication and connection so my dogs actively choose to disengage. This proves that mobility challenges don’t mean you need harsher tools—just smarter training.

If you have a dog with strong prey drive, punishment isn’t the answer. Instead, focus on:

🩌Management – Secure areas, long lines, and controlled environments.

🩌 Training – Teaching disengagement, recall, and alternative behaviors.

🩌 Fulfillment – Satisfying their needs through appropriate outlets like scent work, flirt poles, or structured play.

A dog’s instincts should never be a reason to resort to pain or fear. With the right approach, we can work with their natural drives, not against them.

Mutts and Mischief Holistic Education and Behaviour Services🌟 Fun, Not Formality — Building Connections Through Paws to ...
27/02/2025

Mutts and Mischief Holistic Education and Behaviour Services

🌟 Fun, Not Formality — Building Connections Through Paws to Play 🌟

Why Choose an Online Dog Behaviour Support Package?

Taking the first step to support your dog’s behavior can feel overwhelming, but I’m here to guide you every step of the way. My consultation package is designed to be straightforward, supportive, and focused on creating positive changes for both you and your dog.

🐕 Tailored strategies for your dog’s unique needs

🌍 100% online – accessible from anywhere and you can use our world time buddy converter widget on the website!

📚 Includes a consultation pack + included with your Consultation Pack is a Medical Pack (Costs £10 as a stand alone!) + an exclusive Dropbox folder just for you and your dog!

đŸŸ Initial Consultation: We’ll begin with a relaxed, in-depth chat about your dog’s history, current behavior, and daily routine. This helps me get the full picture so we can focus on what really matters to you and your dog.

Recording and transcript: each consultation will be recorded and sent to you alone with a transcript of what we discussed.

đŸŸ Personalized Plan: After our session, you’ll receive a clear, step-by-step plan tailored specifically to your dog’s needs and your goals. No jargon—just practical advice that works for your lifestyle and step by step video tutorials.

đŸŸ Supportive Resources: You’ll also get helpful tools like journals and trackers to make it easy to monitor progress and celebrate wins along the way.

The Medical Pack is a comprehensive tool designed to help you track your dog’s health and behavior changes effectively. This helps us to work with your vet to rule out pain or health issues that might be contributing to your dog’s behavior.
Most people are shocked when we suggest a veterinarian check however Mills, et al (2020) found 80% of dogs presenting with new behaviours were actually experiencing pain and or unwellness. https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/2/318

It includes:

✅ Simple forms to share key observations with your vet.
✅ A checklist of things to discuss with your vet, so nothing gets overlooked.
đŸ©șHelsinki Pain Scale: To monitor pain levels in your dog and ensure their comfort.
đŸ©ș Behavior & Wellness Trackers: Keep an eye on your dog’s progress and identify patterns.
đŸ©ș Vet Collaboration Tools: Simplify communication with your vet, ensuring they have all the information needed to support your dog.

This invaluable resource gives you the tools to stay organized and informed about your dog’s overall well-being — included at no extra cost with your consultation package and the confidence to communicate with your vet and other professionals involved in your dog's care as an individual.
Use the included Helsinki Pain Scale to assess your dog’s discomfort, keep video records for professionals, and understand how physical issues could be affecting their behavior.

Plus, you can store your dog’s medical notes, vet visits, hydrotherapy details, and more in one place, ensuring a collaborative approach from your dog’s multidisciplinary team.

Inside the journal package, you’ll find everything you need to monitor key factors like eating habits, sleep patterns, and exercise levels. Identify potential changes in your dog’s behavior and explore what may have triggered them.
This pack is all about making sure your dog’s health and happiness are fully supported. Most guardians find it really helpful for improving communication with their vet—and many vets appreciate it too!

💡 Backed by positive, science-based methods

Packages

đŸ“© Book Now
đŸȘ 1 Session: ÂŁ75
đŸȘ 5 Sessions: ÂŁ350 (save ÂŁ25!)

Take the first step toward a happier, connected dog!

📧 Email [email protected] to book now.
🌐 Visit: www.muttsnmischief.com

Wicked Wednesday! 😈
26/02/2025

Wicked Wednesday! 😈

đŸ¶ Transform Your Dog’s Life—And Strengthen Your Bond Along the Way 📚Caring for a dog with reactivity, anxiety, or trauma...
25/02/2025

đŸ¶ Transform Your Dog’s Life—And Strengthen Your Bond Along the Way 📚

Caring for a dog with reactivity, anxiety, or trauma can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. My books are here to guide you, helping you truly understand your dog’s emotions, behaviors, and needs, so you can build a life where you both feel safe, confident, and connected.

📖 Zero to Hero – The ultimate guide for reactive dogs, helping you navigate barking, lunging, and stress with confidence. Includes the Medical & Journal Pack to track your dog’s health and progress.

📖 Zero to Hero Volume 2 – Emotionally Challenged Dogs – Support fearful and anxious dogs while building your own skills in reading behavior and reducing stress.

📖 Breaking Generational Trauma in Dogs – Trauma doesn’t just affect our dogs—it affects us, too. Understand how past experiences shape behavior and break the cycle for a brighter future.

📖 The Canine Compass: A Health & Behavior Guide – Navigate your dog’s health and behavior with confidence. This essential tool helps you track pain, medical history, behavior patterns, and progress with input from vets, chiropractors, and hydrotherapists.

📖 Calm Canines – Separation anxiety can take a toll on both you and your dog. Learn step-by-step strategies to create a calm, stress-free home.

📖 Connected Care – Struggle with vet visits or grooming? Build trust and turn care into a positive experience for both you and your dog.

📖 Paws on Enrichment – Enrichment isn’t just about keeping dogs busy—it’s about fulfilling their needs. Learn how to create a lifestyle that supports both your dog’s well-being and your own.

📖 Just Ask – Advocating for accessibility in dog training benefits everyone. Learn how to create a more inclusive space for both dogs and people.

đŸŸ These books aren’t just about training—they’re about connection. They’re about making life easier, happier, and more fulfilling for both you and your dog.

🔗 Grab your copies today: https://studio.buymeacoffee.com/extras

Which book has had the biggest impact on your journey? Let me know in the comments! âŹ‡ïž

📚 Book of the Week: The Canine Compass 📚Navigate Your Dog’s Health, Pain & Behavior with ConfidenceStruggling to underst...
23/02/2025

📚 Book of the Week: The Canine Compass 📚
Navigate Your Dog’s Health, Pain & Behavior with Confidence

Struggling to understand your dog’s behavior?

Wondering if pain, medical issues, or emotional stress could be a factor? The Canine Compass: A Health & Behavior Guide is your essential tool for tracking and uncovering the root causes of behavior changes.

This comprehensive guide includes:

✅ Helsinki Pain Scale – Recognize subtle signs of discomfort.

✅ Vet & Specialist Referral Tools – Collaborate with vets, chiropractors, hydrotherapists & more.

✅ Journals & Trackers – Log behavior, health patterns & progress to uncover the why behind behaviors.
👉 Perfect for dog guardians who want to take a proactive, holistic approach to their dog’s well-being.

đŸŸ Why trust these books?

As a specialist in canine behavior and an INTODogs knowledge and skills assessed accredited behaviorist, I created The Canine Compass to empower guardians with practical tools to track their dog’s health and behavior—helping both dog and guardian feel more confident and supported.

🌟 Each book comes with additional freebies—such as relevant journals, discounts, and more!

🛒 Further information on each book and link to purchase here: https://www.muttsnmischief.com/books.html

đŸŸ Knowledge is power—let’s help our dogs thrive! đŸŸ

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This is why we do this job, anyone who cannot see that dogs are in fact sentient beings has no place with them! đŸ„°

Silly Saturday! Image description: A gif of a nuclear explosion. The text reads: When scientific evidence is dropped!

Wicked Wednesday! Image description: gif of homer Simpson walking backwards into a hedge to dissappear. The test reads: in my brain this is what it looks like when a compulsion trainer is found in a ff group!

Spring is here so please keep your dog on a lead especially in any or near any fields!
Spring is here so please keep your dog on a lead especially in any or near any fields!

Under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1993 amended in 2014 it is illegal for your dog to be dangerously out of control around livestock. This can be classified as a criminal offence. The Farmer shared that a sheep had lost a lamb due to the stress! Always respect the countryside and the rules, keep dogs on lead, just because you may not see livestock at the entry doesn't mean they aren't there, many farmers like this one also have signs with instructions!

Silly Saturday! Gif: a brown Spaniel looking confused. The text reads: When you snap the treat in half!!

For every person with a nervous dog. If you prepare to commit to management, understanding their communications and respecting their autonomy. You can help them to feel more relaxed and safe in this crazy and complex world. It can and will take time, there is no magic wand or quick fix. Complex dogs have complex care needs. But they will teach you, they will shape your skills, open your mind and change your life. Thank you to Claire Elvin of Bilsby Dog Field for helping us and being so patient. As well as getting help from your business partners Paul of Bilsby Canine Hydrotherapy and Keith of Keith May Accounting Services Ltd especially as Keith has been baptised by fire in overcoming his own fears of dogs. There is always hope as long as you are willing to meet their needs!

Welcome To Holistic Underdogs
Welcome To Holistic Underdogs

Join Tasha and Roman from Holistic Underdogs on a journey of discovery through canine anthropology, secure attachment, trauma, and parenting skills, all aimed at granting our dogs the freedom they truly deserve.

Learn through the power of play! Dogs learn through play just like humans, play builds confidence, advances our connection and relationships and is fun for us both. All of the family can join in too! Commencing Saturday February 10th at 4pm GMT for 10 weeks ÂŁ100 per family not per dog! From the comfort and safety of your own home via Zoom. Exclusive attendees only Facebook group. Recording of every class. Exclusive YouTube tutorial weekly. Homework feedback and more! Limited spaces for individualised attention. Internationally welcoming. If you would like to sign up just drop us a message!

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Hello and welcome,

Tasha is a Dog Trainer and Behaviourist based in Skegness, Lincolnshire. She currently offers Dog Training in both Private sessions (where she travels to you in your home) and group Classes in and around the Skegness area. As well as working with basic obedience, advanced obedience, recall, house issues, lead pulling and behaviour problems, she specialises in working with Dogs with aggression issues be it, aggression towards other Dogs or Humans or even both.

You have to be mad to use Miyagis; you have to love Dogs, see them as family and to be against hurting them to get behaviours from them that you want. You won't get an Old School Dog Trainer and you won't get someone patronising and terrifying and you won't get an assistant who doesn't know what there talking about or just observes. Dogs are allowed on the sofa and the bed. Dogs are allowed to socialise and Dogs don't have to be staring at your hip on a walk. You get the very best and the very best support and we hate aversive methods it's all about the Dogs happiness.

She has no agenda, she is not here to make you work in a way which does not suit you or your dog. Tasha will work with you in a way which suits both you and your dog.