08/09/2024
New puppy class starting 5th October, get in touch to register early and secure your spot.
Small groups per class allows for personal attention.
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06/09/2024
Congratulations on Graduation Penny and Abbie.
I have loved our journey together, watching Penny grow and learn has been so heartwarming! She is the sweetest young girl with such a wonderful nature.
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06/09/2024
Today Marked Penny's graduation day. Abbie has done a great Job working with Penny! They are the sweetest combination.
I decided to post this video showing that "bloopers" can happen But in the end it all came together with a great sit, down and stay!
Big well done to you both!
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29/07/2024
Abbie and Penny learning to communicate and execute the down cue. They're doing a great job together!
Little Penny and Abbie are doing Private one-on-one lessons as we started during her vaccination process, to keep Penny safe and make the most of the critical socialization period we train in the comfort of their home.
19/07/2024
Little Penny learning to sit on cue. Starting easy, luring, adding the cue (word), marking and rewarding. What a little super star! Great going Abbie.
19/07/2024
Welcome to Abbie and Penny (11 week, pom). They started their one-on-one puppy school private classes last week and today marked their second lesson. They are doing so great learning to communicate with each other and penny is super eager to follow the cues for her treats!
Penny sitting so nicely on cue now. Videos to follow this post.
Looking forward to the next 3 weeks together.
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14/07/2024
CJ Is our newest Graduate. A BIG congratulations for your achievements.
Cathrine Ram Latchman and CJ have just completed their private (one-on-one) puppy school course. What a fantastic duo they are!
CJ showed off his newly learnt skills with ease on Saturday morning earning him his Graduation certification. A big shout out to Cathrine for being an amazing mom!
Thank you to our sponsor
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, and to Warner Beach Preparatory School for the safe and secure facilities for training!
06/07/2024
Absolutely love the relationship Cathrine and CJ have! Cathrine has taught CJ to jump through the hoop. Keep doing what you doing Cathrine your love and devotion to CJ shines!
Super proud of CJ's progress and looking forward to his Graduation.
Cathrine Ram Latchman
15/06/2024
Today Marked CJ and Cathrines 3rd lesson. Taking the training session to their home and working on Loose lead walking, stays and some desensitization to a wheelbarrow (starting super slowly).
CJ has a big response to wheelbarrows and the sound they make, CJ and Cathrine are doing so well together, watching for cues and body language. We can certainly celebrate small victories! Keep up the great work.
Private one-on-one class.
Cathrine Ram Latchman
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01/06/2024
Welcome to Cathrine and the lovely Mr CJ. Embarking on their first lesson of the 5 week course. CJ did a wonderful job today displaying just how smart he is.
CJ and Cathrine are doing Private one-on-one classes with me. Low distraction training to begin with, while we build on positively reinforcing behaviors we'd like to see more of.
Warner Beach Preparatory School thank you for a safe and secure field for our canines and handlers to learn from.
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27/05/2024
Congratulations to Finley, Jess and Debrah on Graduation. It was so lovely spending time with you, Finley is just the sweetest little pup.
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28/03/2024
A big part of being an animal trainer, is upskilling. Staying up to date with the latest scientific based education. I'm more than pleased to share that I have completed my Diploma through COAPE International qualifying as a Animal Behaviourist!
I look forward to the journey ahead, helping pet parents and their companion animals better understand each other and efficiently communicate with each other.
04/02/2024
Today Anita finally got to see some progress, Max pulls on lead and Anita battles to hold òn.
We took it back a few steps and started with a no distraction, safe and secure field where Max can feel a bit more comfortable. Max is rewarded for checking in (looking at Anita) using positive reinforcement.
Still a long road ahead and some guidance needed but it is always good to celebrate the small victories. Here Anita is finally more capable of guiding max!
Well done on your perseverance.
It is always important to look at your animals emotions and figure out how best to help them when faced with challenges that causes frustration, fear, rage and to better help them manage and feel safer.
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04/02/2024
Just a little something for a Sunday morning. 😜
04/02/2024
This is a great post for some reasons why dogs may behave "worse" when on leash.
19/01/2024
Meet the lovely Mr Max, 9 months young, so soft, floofy and full of energy. Max and his mom are doing Private one on one training with me and doing great!
Loving our time together ❤
18/01/2024
Sweet, tiny but mighty Finley started puppy school today! Loved meeting you and your family! Such a clever little pupper!!
Chicken is a Hit with Finley!
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16/01/2024
COAPE International is Top Class!!
Did you know that most of our courses are South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) approved?
This means that as a veterinary professional in South Africa, you can use our courses for your CPD points.
The accreditation from the SAVC holds significant importance for our courses due to several reasons:
1. Quality Assurance: SAVC accreditation signifies that the course meets the council's established standards of education and training in veterinary and animal-related fields. It ensures that the program adheres to high-quality benchmarks in curriculum, resources, and faculty.
2. Professional Legitimacy: For graduates, completing an SAVC-accredited course is crucial for professional legitimacy. It assures employers and professional bodies that the individual has received education that aligns with industry standards.
3. Continuous Improvement: Accreditation involves periodic reviews and assessments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Institutions offering SAVC-accredited courses are committed to enhancing their programs based on evolving industry needs and advancements.
In essence, SAVC accreditation serves as a mark of quality, ensuring that the course meets recognized standards and prepares graduates to excel in their careers within the veterinary and animal-related sectors.
16/01/2024
January medium / large breed puppy class starting soon!!
• 5 weeks of small classes to provide for individual attention.
• Discuss and learn about the behaviours you are seeing and can expect to possibly still creep up.
• Positive reinforcement training techniques.
• Safe and secure location.
• Linited spaces available.
• Hill’s Pet Nutrition endorsed
• Certified Trainer and Behaiourist.
Get in touch if you have any queries, I look forward to meeting your family.
065 867 63 41
[email protected]
14/01/2024
Hello 2024!! Puppy school is in session.
January small breed puppy class starting soon!!
• 5 weeks of small classes to provide for individual attention.
• Discuss and learn about the behaviours you are seeing and can expect to possibly still creep up.
• Positive reinforcement training techniques.
• Safe and secure location.
• Linited spaces available.
• Hill’s Pet Nutrition endorsed
• Certified Trainer and Behaiourist.
Get in touch if you have any queries, I look forward to meeting your family.
065 867 63 41
[email protected]
01/01/2024
Happy 2024, may this be your year!
Live in the moment, Love full hearted and stay blessed.
To all the loved companion animals, may your 2024 be filled with unconditional love, cuddles and blessings too.
24/12/2023
From my family to yours, Merry Christmas. Wishing you all a wonderful, blessed festive season and a very Happy New Year.
May 2024 be a memorable year filled with blessings.
04/11/2023
A big congratulations to our puppy graduates and their handlers.
Riley, and Handler / Mom, Megan and Champak with Handlers / Sisters Kiara and Neha.
You Ladies and your smart pup's did a great job.
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21/10/2023
Champ, learning to overcome a bit of frustration and uncertainty through positive reinforcement. Now getting into the tub of water is fun and not so bad. He even sits in the tub 😜
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12/10/2023
Take a look into PAWPEDIA, Launched by Hill’s Pet Nutrition
This is a great resource for Pet Parents.
Find out more about being the best pet parent you can be!
01/10/2023
Yesterday our Brave pup's overcame some obstacles. Using choice and positive reinforcement these pup's are learning to explore novelty.
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25/09/2023
Checking in has so many benefits, this is a great skill for guardians to learn and to teach your dog. ABC Dogs shared a lovely infographic on this.
It isn't hard to learn and it can change an unfocused dog to a focused one in a split second.....
One of the very first things we teach puppies and dogs is the skill of making eye contact......but for many and over time it can be forgotten. Suddenly we wonder why our dogs are no longer responding or listening anymore.
This is one of those bad habits of ours that can creep in.
The lack of eye contact and not waiting for it before attempting to ask for what we would like.
Yes..... you can teach eye contact.
It is a skill and you can teach this (see attached graphic in comments).
(Please respect that these graphics take time and effort to make . All graphics belong to ABC Dogs NZ and are under copyright. Unmarked graphics are available for $ 1.20 or $ 2 NZD each (approx), these are then able to be used off Facebook for client handouts, posters etc. Please visit ABC Dogs Patreon Shop for Graphics
23/09/2023
Just look at these clever pup's!
September Class in action, today we learnt recall (come when called), down, some road manners and more socialization.
Well done to all the owners and their pup's.
Thank you to our sponsor
Hill’s Pet Nutrition and to Warner Beach Preparatory School for providing with a safe and secure space.
18/08/2023
Our Next Puppy Class starts on the 16th September. Pups 3 - 5 months.
Get in touch to secure your space.
13/08/2023
Next Puppy class starting on 19th August at 8:00am get in touch to secure your spot.
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Today Marked Penny's graduation day. Abbie has done a great Job working with Penny! They are the sweetest combination. I decided to post this video showing that "bloopers" can happen But in the end it all came together with a great sit, down and stay! Big well done to you both! Heartful Hound Hill’s Pet Nutrition
Abbie and Penny learning to communicate and execute the down cue. They're doing a great job together! Little Penny and Abbie are doing Private one-on-one lessons as we started during her vaccination process, to keep Penny safe and make the most of the critical socialization period we train in the comfort of their home. #heartfulhound #hillspuppyschool
Little Penny learning to sit on cue. Starting easy, luring, adding the cue (word), marking and rewarding. What a little super star! Great going Abbie.
Absolutely love the relationship Cathrine and CJ have! Cathrine has taught CJ to jump through the hoop. Keep doing what you doing Cathrine your love and devotion to CJ shines! Super proud of CJ's progress and looking forward to his Graduation. Cathrine Ram Latchman #heartfulhound #hillspuppyschool
Today Anita finally got to see some progress, Max pulls on lead and Anita battles to hold òn. We took it back a few steps and started with a no distraction, safe and secure field where Max can feel a bit more comfortable. Max is rewarded for checking in (looking at Anita) using positive reinforcement. Still a long road ahead and some guidance needed but it is always good to celebrate the small victories. Here Anita is finally more capable of guiding max! Well done on your perseverance. It is always important to look at your animals emotions and figure out how best to help them when faced with challenges that causes frustration, fear, rage and to better help them manage and feel safer. Heartful Hound proudly endorsed by Hill’s Pet Nutrition
Yesterday our Brave pup's overcame some obstacles. Using choice and positive reinforcement these pup's are learning to explore novelty. Hill’s Pet Nutrition Heartful Hound
Wagter has done exceptionally well in learning the sit-stay /Down-stay, he achieves this with his owner walking away and coming back to him as well as with verbal and physical distraction present. A very big well done to Wagter and his momma Cass. #hillspuppyschool #heartfulhound #puppylifeskills
Winston the Boston Terrier and his momma Laiken, investing in some bonding time. It's important to remember that results come with patience, understanding, rewards, love and care. Understanding your canine companion is essential. These two work so nicely together ❤ You may not get it right on the first go but with continued practice together the results emerge.
Today marks Wagter's second week at puppy school and just look at this beautiful sit-stay!! (Yes, there were a few attempts prior to this BUT just look at this smart Pup). Wagter with his Handler (mom) Cass, they sure make a good team.
Puppy school is fun and full of learning opportunities! Teaching your pup lifeskills is important, why not come do it in a safe environment? Get in touch to join us. Thank you to Warner Beach Preparatory School for providing us a safe space for our owners and pup's. #puppyschool #hillspuppyschool #loveyourpup #puppylifeskills
Hagrid is mastering stay!
On this Friday we are celebrating Hagrids success. This is his second training session and his stay is on point!! Well done to his owner for the time and consistency put in.
Justice doing a lovely loose lead walk
Today Elna and Justice took to the beach, high distraction (fisherman, sardine filled sand, new environment) and Justice did great! Maintained a loose lead with no pulling. Though Justice still needs loads of walks reinforcing the loosenleash walking he is doing Fantastic! Well done to Elna for putting in the time and effort with Justice. #heartfulhound
Justice learning to walk on loose lead.
Elna and Justice on location training loose lead. Justice has come a long way! Although he still needs a bit of help with loose leash walking he has shown huge improvement. Today he faced distractions such as builders, vehicles (in the parking lot, coming and going) as well as monkeys AND he showed great focus through all these distractions!! Illovo Business Park Heartful Hound
Bailey enjoying his frozen yum
Bailey enjoying his frozen treat. This is a hit with Bailey! Lots of licking.😁
Justice showing off his stay.
Elna with her gorgeous boy Justice, showing steady progress on his stay. Justice is such a clever boy! And his mom is phenomenal, such dedication to her beloved canine companion.
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