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Recall training 101: How to use a long line training lead
Got a dog who won’t come back when called?
Discover how to use your long line training lead safely to train a rapid recall with this quick & easy to follow guide.
The Puppy Blues (why it happens & what to do about it)
Your failsafe guide to the puppy blues and overcoming the stress of life with a puppy. Yes, it’s normal. And yes, we can make things infinitely better.
The Name Game: How to teach a dog their name
Whether a puppy or an adopted rescue dog, there’s a fun and easy way to quickly teach your dog their name. It’s called the name game and it’s super simple.
7 surefire signs your dog trusts you (& how to grow more of it)
Does your dog trust you? We all want to know the answer to this one…
Tap into 7 unmistakable signs your dog trusts you implicitly.
Your guide to the first 48 hours with your new puppy
Get prepared for the first days and nights with your new puppy with this complete guide.
How to ace puppy socialisation before vaccinations
Get started with socialising your puppy before vaccinations with this definitive guide from a professional dog trainer.
Includes a special puppy socialisation checklist.
New Puppy Checklist (what you really need!)
Discover the essentials for your new puppy shopping list and skip the things that you’ll NEVER use.
Skip the puppy pads, extendable leads & more….
Is your dog scared of the vets? Read this!
Before you reach for the sedatives, tap into expert tips from a vet nurse and help your dog overcome their fear of the vets. Let’s get your dog vet confident!
Preventing resource guarding: How to help your dog feel secure
Does your dog steal things and growl or run away? Maybe they’re possessive over food or toys…
Learn what to do to nip resource guarding in the bud.
You’ll never believe what dog ball throwing can do….
Don’t throw the ball until you read this!
In this blog, I’m going to reveal all… including why your dog ball throwing game might need a bit of tweaking if you want a happy and well balanced dog.
Dog Development Stages Explained
Let’s unlock the truth behind the dog development stages and how they affect your dog’s behaviour… so you can get prepared for the ride!
How to stop your dog barking in the garden
Banish your dog’s barking in the garden for good with these simple tips.
Reclaim your peace in 3 simple steps!
How to train your dog to ignore other dogs (and focus on you!)
If you may as well be invisible to your dog when other dogs are around, you need this!
Tap into my 4 step guide to training your dog to ignore other dogs and focus on you.
5 fun recall games for dogs who don’t come back!
If teaching your dog a recall feels almost impossible, this is for you.
I’m sharing some of my favourite dog training games for recall with you, so you can look forward to having a dog who bounds back to you happily the first time you call!
Teach Your Dog to Lie Down: A pro trainer’s guide
Discover 2 training techniques and an easy to follow video that makes teaching your dog to lie down a breeze.
Just 6 simple steps and you’re away!
Bite Club: Why does my puppy keep biting me?
Discover why your puppy’s biting and what to do to stop it fast!
From overexcitement to tiredness, through to sore teeth, let’s solve your puppy biting problems.
How to teach your dog a rocket fast recall
Do you have a ‘stubborn’ dog who ignores recall and goes their own merry way as soon as you let them off the lead?
It’s time to put an end to those frustrating and embarrassing calls which go ignored and teach your dog the magic word: recall.
How to teach your dog to play dead in 6 quick steps
Teaching your dog new tricks is a great way to spend time together, burn your dog’s mental energy and impress your friends!
Learn how to teach your dog to play dead in 6 easy steps with this how to guide (plus video tutorial).
Successful puppy socialisation in 3 easy steps
We all want our puppies to grow up into happy, confident, well mannered dogs. I’m going to share with you the 3 most important steps that will help make this happen. What is puppy socialisation? Puppy socialisation is a massive umbrella term that means...
Dog Walking Etiquette – How to have the best behaved dog in town
One of the great things about becoming a dog owner is being able to enjoy walks together and explore different places. Your ideal walk may look like having a dog who will stay beside you, happily walking past other people and other dogs. But still being social enough...
Taking the fright out of Fireworks
Firework season can be an unsettling time for our dogs (and other pets). Gone are the days when it was just bonfire night that we would take precautions with our four legged friend. Now we have to worry about the weeks leading up to and after the big event. Every dog...