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Why Engagement Comes Before Lead Walking and Recall
You can’t teach lead walking and recall entirely in isolation. Or, more accurately, you can teach…
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Are You Teaching Your Dog Actions or Behaviours?
Teaching a dog to sit is relatively easy. Teaching them when to be calm, when to…
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One year of Penarth Dog Training
A year ago, I took the plunge and made Penarth Dog Training my full-time job. It…
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Four Days at the Kennel Club International Agility Festival
I’ve just spent four days at the Kennel Club International Agility Festival, the biggest agility show…
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The Hidden Danger Lurking in Long Grass: Pip’s Story
Like many dogs, our Working Cocker Spaniel, Pip, loves exploring long grass. Unfortunately, that’s exactly where…
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How to Stop People Approaching Your Puppy Without Permission
One of the most common frustrations I hear from puppy owners is this: “People keep coming…
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Why your dog won’t listen outside (and why that’s not the real problem)
One of the most common things I hear from owners is: “He listens perfectly at home……
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Helping a reactive dog feel safe around people, visitors and the outside world (Pixel’s story)
Pixel is a collie cross who found a lot of the world overwhelming. People. Dogs. Children.Unexpected…
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How we helped a rescue dog become calmer and more responsive on walks (Buddy’s story)
Buddy came in with a mix of challenges that a lot of owners will recognise. Recall…
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Most dogs aren’t overexcited… they’re under-guided
It’s easy to label dogs as “overexcited”. They pull on the lead.They jump up.They ignore recall.…