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Epsom Paws is your local dog training service and puppy specialist. Nina used to be a PAT (Pets as Therapy) dog and we regularly visited schools and care homes.
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My name is Diana and I have always been passionate about animals having grown up surrounded by dogs, cats, hamsters, tortoises and fish.
In 2015 my life truly changed when I convinced my husband to agree to welcome a dog in to our family. The arrival of our cockapoo, Nina, made me realise that I wanted to qualify as a dog trainer and spend as much time as I could with dogs. Nina and I participat
e in agility classes too, and as part of this wonderful 'dog' community, I have made some fantastic friends.
I am now an IMDT (Institute of Modern Dog Trainers) and an APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) member. This means that I have passed a rigorous assessment with two of the most important dogs training organisations. I am also DBS checked and insured. I can't wait to help you have the best possible experience and relationship with your dog! Please note that I utilise positive reinforcement based training methods
23/06/2024
I’M ON A HOLIDAY. I’LL BE TAKING A LITTLE BREAK FROM SOCIAL MEDIA FOR A LITTLE WHILE.
I’ll be back in about 10 days.
See you soon. 😊☀️🌊
18/06/2024
SCENT TRAINING FOR PET DOGS.
As promised, here are the dates of my next and only courses this year.
I will be offering a Beginners and an Intermediate Course - they are the Bronze and Silver levels.
There will also be a Time Trial on the 29/08 to all dogs and humans who have completed the Beginners course.
I honestly can’t describe how much fun your dog will have. They will actually thank you if you join! 🤣
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All info in epsompaws.com/scentdetection
07/06/2024
Spot on words from my super duper former mentor!
****ARE YOU REACTIVELY TRAINING YOUR DOG OR PROACTIVELY TRAINING THEM? ****
There are two big challenges dog trainers face. The less challenging is reactive dogs and the most challenging is reactive owners.
A common misconception with a lot of owners is that to train a dog we need to see or correct the 'bad' behaviour.
We have become a society of reactive dog owners. We react when they react and the way we try to train them now is reactively, not proactively.
What does this mean?
It means that we allow our dogs to develop the habits we don't want them to develop like jumping up or pulling on the lead and then we only try to train them when they are performing those problematic behaviours. It's a very inefficient way of teaching our dogs what we want them to do instead.
If your dog is already doing the 'bad' behaviour then whatever you do then and there will likely be managing them, not training them. We shouldn't wait for the problem to happen and THEN start our training. Training is designed to prevent the bad stuff. Not something that corrects it when it happens.
You need to be proactive with your training. This means anything that you want your dog to be able to do, you have to teach them that before you put them in the situation where you want them to do it. Loose lead walking is a good example. The novice owner will put a lead on their dog and then walk with them asking them to heel or whatever they're asking and expect the dog to understand. This usually ends up with the dog pulling and the owner yanking them back saying 'HEEL!' This is reactive 'training'. You wait for the dog to do the bad thing and then try to correct it then.
We've raised loads of puppies in the last 4 years and one thing that we have always done is taught the puppy how we expect them to walk when we are out and about. When we teach this, the puppy isn't outside and doesn't even have a lead on. We literally just want them to know that walking next to us pays very well and it's worth their time. We don't wait till we can get them out and about to teach them to walk nicely on the lead. We do it at home and in the garden and in the training shed etc etc.
Then once we do go out and about the pup already has a pretty good idea what is expected of them. We don't even use a word like 'heel' to let them know. We've practiced it so much that the cue to walk nicely is simply being on the lead and where the lead is attached.
Anything that your dog does that you want to change can be resolved with simple, simple dog training. For the average pet dog a well behaved dog is a dog that can do the very basics very well. And in all sorts of situations and environments. Having a dog sit and wait for their food to be put on the floor is mildly useful. Having a dog that can sit and wait in all other situations is VERY useful. Practice the basics everywhere you go and just remember your dog is always forming associations and learning.
If you keep letting them jump on people they will keep jumping on them. If you keep walking your dog and they don't know that there is another option, they'll keep pulling.
Reactive dogs need proactive owners. Don’t wait for them to do the ‘naughty’ stuff before you decide to train them. Train them now before the naughty stuff becomes a strong habit.
Little Riff will be up for adoption soon. Who wants him!?
06/06/2024
☀️BIG DAY OUT☀️
Shadbolt Big Day Out & Dog Show 2024
📅 Saturday 15th June
Cuddington Residents' Association and other volunteer groups raise money every year with the Shadbolt Park Big Day Out & Dog Show. This year the show is taking place on 15th June. The dog show will open at 10:30am until 12:25pm, followed by arena acts including dance acts.
More info 👉 https://www.pawtopiapetservices.com/event-details/shadbolt-big-day-out-dog-show-2024
More local events 👉 https://epsomandewellfamilies.co.uk/the-june-lowndown/
28/05/2024
BARRIERS TO LEARNING – WHY SOME DOGS STRUGGLE TO LEARN
“My dog is stubborn, doesn’t listen to me, a slow learner, not the smartest, tries to be in control, will only do it at home, will only behave sometimes, is uncontrollable……” – these are comments that are often heard.
Just like us, dogs need the right kind of conditions to either be able to learn something new or to bring about a change in behaviour.
Dogs are not robots that can be programmed by a set of specific inputs that guarantee consistent results. They are individual, sentient beings that need to be understood.
If we’re feeling stressed, anxious, tired, over excited, too distracted, not feeling well, have no motivation etc. we will find it really difficult, if not impossible to learn something new, change our behaviour or change a habit. The same applies to dogs.
A dog’s emotional state, the surrounding environment, motivation, age (pups, adolescents, seniors) or any health issues all have a significant impact on their ability to learn.
If your dog is having a hard time learning something, look at these factors and see if there is a reason that may be preventing progress.
Maybe your dog is just having an “off” day, just like we do.
Try again tomorrow or next week and set your dog up for success by having realistic expectations.
Learning or changing behaviour takes time, patience, consistency, understanding and the right conditions.
22/05/2024
07/05/2024
The Agria Dog Walk, is raising thousands for dog rescue, but also attempting a GUINNESS WORLD RECORD for Largest Dachshund Dog Walk!
If your dog is a Dachshund or Dachshund cross and you can walk at Marble Hill House on 18th May- they will be counted towards our world record attempt. But no matter their breed, every dog will generate a dog rescue donation.
For all the details:
https://www.agriapet.co.uk/agria-dog-walk/
29/04/2024
🐶 DOG WALKERS CONSULTATION 🐶
⭐️Epsom & Ewell Borough Council launches consultation into commercial dog walking at Nonsuch Park ⭐️
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council will launch a six-week consultation on commercial dog walking in Nonsuch Park from Monday 29 April.
The consultation was commissioned by Nonsuch Park Joint Management Committee following concerns raised by visitors about the increase in dog walkers with multiple dogs in the park.
Ahead of implementing any measures to control commercial dog walking, the Committee is keen to consult with the public and stakeholders about this issue to help inform any future decisions.
Officers from Epsom & Ewell Borough Council will also be at Nonsuch Park on the following dates and times to answer any questions the public may have:
📅 29/04/2024 - Cheam Gate, 8:30am-10:30am
📅 15/05/2024 - London Road Gate, 10:30am-12:30pm
📅 22/05/2024 - Sparrow Farm Road Gate, 12:30pm-2:30pm.
Councillor Julian Freeman, Chair of the Nonsuch Park Joint Management Committee, said: “We are aware that Nonsuch Park is hugely popular with dog walkers and while most dog walkers are responsible, concerns have been raised about the growth of commercial walkers with multiple dogs.
“It is important that as many people as possible engage with the consultation, so the Committee can understand park visitors’ thoughts, concerns and suggestions about dog control and commercial dog walking. Their input will help us make informed decisions that balance the needs of both dog walkers and the broader park community.”
The consultation survey is available on the Epsom & Ewell consultations webpage - https://epsom-ewell.gov.uk/council/consultations
The survey will close on 3 June 2023.
07/04/2024
This afternoon PC Helm from the MV safer neighbourhood team spent some time with one of our local farmers who yet again had another livestock worrying incident this morning with an off lead dog - a black cockerpoo type looking dog.
The dog was seen chasing ewes and lambs around the field in the Boxhill area, with the owner no where to be seen.
Please keep your dog on lead if it doesn't have very good recall. The damage your dog can do when you are not being a responsible dog owner can be catastrophic to not only the sheep but potentially also your dog.
We want you to enjoy the Countryside, but please respect it.
PC Laura Rowley, rural crimes officer
19/03/2024
Dogs learn to behave using scent training, a new study found. Researchers used treats to build dogs' cognitive skills and calm their impulses by hiding treats under pots or behind a transparent obstacle.
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❤️ I LOVE SCATTER FEEDING! 👉 It’s a great activity to do when out and about with your dogs, especially if they struggle a bit with confidence or worry. 😌 It’s super simple and amazingly versatile as it has so many benefits. 🔎 By searching for food, they will be practising their natural instinct to scavenge., which is a fulfilling activity. 👃 They will also be using their noses, which mentally stimulates them while calming them down. 🧘♂️ It’s an opportunity to disconnect from the environment if it is too much for them at a particular time, and problem solve. 🐶 Try with your dog and let me know how you get on. p.s. do not do this in a space with unknown dogs. ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE #dogowner #doglovers #dogparents #scatterfeeding #enrichment #dogenrichment #mentalstimulation #dogs #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #hacks #positivereinforcement
👋 JUST A QUICK HELLO! ☹️ I haven’t been here for a bit as I was feeling a bit down. But today I came to one of my favourite places, by the river, with Nina and this other cutie, and it has lifted my spirits! 😊 Happiness is in the simplest things! 🐶 LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE #doglovers #dogtrainer #gettingpersonal #mentalhealth #happiness #gratitude #happyplace #dogs #cockerspaniel #cockapoo #dogs #swimmingdogs
⭐️ TRAINING QUOTE FROM ONE OF MY HEROES. ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE #doglovers #dogowner #dogparents #dogtraining #positivereinforcement #dog #kenramirez #dogtrainigquotes #inspiration
🤣 JUST A BIT OF BANTER! 🐕 #teenagedog #adolescentdog #dog #dogs #banter #sillyness #justforfun #dogtrainer #dogtraining #positivereinforcement
🐶 PUPPY SOCIALISATION. 💭 Lots of people think it means the puppy playing with as many dogs as possible. It’s not really… 🐕 It involves a lot more than just meeting dogs. But even this part needs to be carefully managed. ➕➕➕ What you are after is as many positive interactions and exposures as possible to dogs, people, sounds, objects etc. Basically, everything that will be part of your puppy’s life as they grow up. ❤️ Here is the first step of puppies meeting each other in my class. They go around and have a sniff at each other’s bed. All very calm, positive and fun! 👉 There are still places available in our September class - find out more via the website link in the bio. ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE #dogowner #doglover #dogparents #newpuppy #puppysocialization #socialisation #puppyclass #positivereinforcement #dogtrainer #puppy #puppies
👿 REACTIVITY CAN MAKE WALKS HELL! 🐶 These guys are adorable. But both of them need to learn some skills separately before they manage to walk together. 💥 One pulls like a train, and the other barks at everything. It’s hard to focus when you have both doing these behaviours at the same time. ⭐️ So we started to work with each of them individually, and the difference was almost instantaneous! 👉 We will keep working in this manner for a little longer and then start walking them together again. 📞 Need help to make your walks more enjoyable? Book a free call in my website (link in my bio). ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE BOOK A CALL #dogowner #doglover #dogparents #reactivity #reactivedog #multidoghousehold #positivereinforcement #kindness #dogtraining #dog #dachshund
I HAVE NO WORDS… If it sounds rubbish it is rubbish. #badadvice #rubbish #dogowner #doglovers #dogparents #dogtraining #positivereinforcement #bekind
👉 HERE ARE 3 THINGS THAT I SEE DOG CAREGIVERS GET IN A MUDDLE. 1️⃣ Impatience: wanting too much of their dog too soon. Change takes time and practice. Also life stage must be taken into consideration. There are certain things that are hard for puppies to do and other things that are challenges for teen or older dogs. Take it slow and be patient. 2️⃣ Making training time a chore: something they have to do and forgetting the fun element. The more fun you have with your dog, the better the relationship will be, and as a result, the better the training will feel. 3️⃣ Nagging: people focus on the things their dogs are getting wrong and are constantly telling them off. If they shifted their focus and observed how many things their dogs are getting right, it would make a massive difference. People would get the opportunity to reinforce a lot more desirable behaviours. ⭐️ So, think about these things at your next training session and see if making small changes make you and your dog friend feel any different. ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SAVE SHARE #dogowner #doglovers #dogparents #dogtraining #dogtrainingtipsandadvice #dogtrainingtips #trainingmistakes #changeforthebetter #dog #positivereinforcement
🐶 PUPPY-PUPPY PLAY 👉 The thing is, puppies have no manners, and they have different play styles. They have different sizes and temperaments too. 🐕 You have to carefully observe their body language to see if both puppies are willing participants. ⚖️ Most importantly, you must make sure that the play is balanced. This means that both puppies are taking turns. 💥 Finally, short play bursts with lots of breaks are ideal. 📞 I could go on and on about this subject here, but it would be a very long post. So, if you would like to find out more, please get in touch via my website in my bio. ⭐️ BTW, this is a beautiful and balanced little play session during my puppy class. ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE
🐶 JUMPY PUPPY? 👉 There are lots of ways to help your puppy learn to keep their paws on the ground. 🗝️ The key is to decide what you would like them to do instead and practice practice practice. ⭐️ You can teach your dog to sit when meeting people, or to keep their nose on the ground by making the ground a good place to be. 🦮 You can also help your puppy even further by preventing them to practice the jumping by keeping them on the lead or behind a barrier when first meeting people (I didn’t do this in this video to show the jumping in this reel). 🦘 So, on a kangaroo scale, how does your puppy score? ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE.
🥗 FEEDING TIME CAN HELP WITH BEHAVIOUR TOO! 🥳 Yes, by making food fun, interesting and even a bit challenging you can make a difference to your dog’s behaviour. 👉 Some meal times can be an opportunity to scavenge, explore, problem solve and experiment novelty. ⭐️ This helps boost your dog’s confidence, brain power and will make their life a lot more interesting and it can fire up their senses.❤️ 🐶 A more interesting life will always help your dog’s wellbeing, and as a consequence, their general behaviour. ❓ What can you try? ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE EXPERIMENT
🦮 HARNESSES MAKE THE DOG PULL ON THE LEAD! 🤢 I’m so sick and tired of hearing this. 👉 It’s not the equipment. Dogs pull through all sorts of tools - slip leads, collars and even prong collars. 👉 The harness just makes it less dangerous for their health if they pull, as they are not being choked and having excessive pressure on their throats. 👉 Pulling on the lead is is caused by many reasons: the environment is too much (exciting, frustrating, frightening), and/or your dog nas simply not learned yet how to do it. ⭐️ So, teach your dog what to do. Start really easy, in places with no distractions, and gradually introduce these once your dog knows what is expected of them. ⭐️ And if you need any help contact me. Details in bio. 👆 LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE CONTACT #dogowner #dogparent #doglovers #pullingonthelead #looseleadwalking #leadwalking #dogtraining #positivereinforcement #dogtrainer
🐕 DOG BODY LANGUAGE - SHAKE OFF ❓ Do you know what it means when your dog shakes off and they are not wet? 👉 It’s an adrenaline rush - they do it after an arousing situation, which can be good or bad. So, they may shake off after a bit of play or after a fearful situation. It’s a way for them to release the stress (and again, stress can be good or bad). 👀 Observe your own dog and check when he does a shake off to find out which situations are arousing to them. ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE #dogowner #dogparents #doglovers #dogbodylanguage #shakeoff #bodylanguage #dogtrainingtipsandadvice #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips
💪 BACK TO WORK! #holidaysareover #backtowork #dogowner #dogparents #doglovers #dogtraining #positivereinforcement #dogtrainersofinstagram #dogsofinstagram
😩 HONESTLY, SOMETIMES I DESPAIR… 👉 What is written in the post was the advice given to one of my clients when they asked how to stop their 9 week puppy whining in their crate. 👶 A puppy who has just left his mum and his siblings five days ago… 😑 There are so many things that are wrong about this advice that it is hard to know where to start, but let me try: 1) this puppy is so young and haven’t spent enough time in the new home to feel secure - reassurance and being close to new owner are way better options 2) There may be a reason why the puppy is whining - so trying to address this is, again, a better option. The puppy may need the toilet, for example. 3) The crate can be a great way to manage your new puppy and by making a negative association with it you may put the puppy off and they may refuse going in it when needed. There is more, but I think that the above is enough, right? ❓❓ What do you think? ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SAVE SHARE #dogowner #doglovers #dogparents #dogtrainingadvice #badadvice #positivereinforcementtraining #puppy #puppytraining #puppies
THIS WEEK IS ALL ABOUT SCENT TRAINING FOR FUN! #scent #scenttraining #sniff #dogtraining #positivereinforcement #fun #petdogs #dogsofinstagram #alldogs
I WORK WOTH DOGS OF ALL AGES. Some people may think that I only offer puppy classes. Although I absolutely adore working with puppies and first time guardians, in reality, I offer lots of options on how to work with my clients. I offer a couple of 1-1 packages that are completely bespoke to clients’ needs, suitable to dogs of all ages. I offer scent training courses and 1-1s, as well as occasional workshops. And finally, I offer a specialised programme to help children who are scared of dogs. So, once you and your puppy have graduated, remember that we can carry on working together for the longer term. There is no need to say goodbye! LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE #dogowner #doglover #dogparents #dogtraining #onetoonetraining #allages #puppies #adolescents #adultdogs #olderdogs
🐶 IS YOUR DOG SCARED OF THE VETS? 👉 Here are a few tips to help them out: ⭐️ Keep calm and make sure your dog is comfortable. ⭐️ Take their favourite treats with you and reward them every step of the way. ⭐️ Get your dog used to being handled at home. ⭐️ Go at your dog’s pace with lots of breaks. ⭐️ Find an understanding and sympathetic vet. 🍀 Good luck! ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SAVE SHARE #dogowners #doglovers #dogparents #vetvisit #scareddog #fearofvets #dogtraining #dogtrainingtipsandadvice #positivereinforcement
❗️ RECALL TROUBLESHOOTING. ❓ So, what can you do when one of the recall steps I talked about yesterday fails? 👀👂 Hear me out in this reel to find out. ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE #doglovers #dogparents #dogowners #recall #recalltraining #positivereinforcement #troubleshooting #dogtrainingfail #naughtydog
🐾 RECALL IN 3 STEPS. 👍 This reel is quite self explanatory, so I won’t keep you with a long text. 👉 Step 1 - call your dog’s name for attention. 👉 Step 2 - if the look at you, say your recall cue. 👉 Step 3 - only reach for your reward once your dog comes to you. ⭐️ Tomorrow I’ll post some troubleshooting ideas for when you say/call your dog’s name and don’t get any acknowledgment. ❓How is your dog’s recall? ✔️ LIKE FOLLOW SHARE SAVE #dogowner #dogparents #doglover #recall #recalltraining #positivereinforcement #badrecall #notcomingback #naughtydog
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My name is Diana and I have always been passionate about animals having grown up surrounded by dogs, cats, hamsters, tortoises and fish. In 2015 my life truly changed when I convinced my husband to agree to welcome a dog in to our family. The arrival of our cockapoo, Nina, made me realise that I wanted to qualify as a dog trainer and spend as much time as I could with dogs. Nina is a PAT (Pets as Therapy) dog and we used to regularly visit schools and care homes. Nina and I have participated in agility classes too, and as part of this wonderful 'dog' community, I have made some fantastic friends. I am now fully certified by NARPS (National Association for Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers), DBS checked and insured. I am an IMDT (Institute of Modern Dog Trainers) member and an APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) Student member, and would love to help you have the best possible experience and relationship with your dog!
Please note that I only utilise positive based training methods.
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