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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.…
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Are you rewarding bad behaviour with food?
It’s one of the most common concerns dog owners have. “My dog barked, and I gave…
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Why your dog is great off lead… but struggles on it
You’ve probably seen this with your own dog. Off lead, they’re brilliant.They run, sniff, explore and…
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Why Reassuring Your Dog Can Sometimes Make Them More Worried
If you spend time watching dogs in parks, cafés, training classes or busy public spaces, you…
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Dog Neutrality Is One of the Most Underrated Skills We Can Teach
When people talk about a “social” dog, they often picture a dog who happily greets every…
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A Lead Is for Inside Too
For many people, the lead is something that lives by the front door.It’s for walks, traffic…
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Running Around Like a Loon Isn’t the Same as Being Fulfilled
A tired dog is often described as a good dog. The assumption is simple: if a…