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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...
Why can’t I bond with my dog!
Welcoming a dog into your family should be a magical experience, filled with excitement, joy, a wee bit of nerves and lots of adventures ahead. Sometimes the reality doesn’t meet our expectations though. We then have an overwhelming feeling of shame and guilt because...
Uuurgh, why does my dog pull on the lead?!
Why does your dog pull on the lead?
And how do you stop this painful, stressful behaviour that’s ruining your walks and hurting your arms? Read these top tips!
Dog Training Methods Explained
There are so many different types of dog training methods. What do all the training terms mean?
And which kind of training is right for your dog? Let’s explore.
How to choose the right dog walker or daycare for your dog
Looking for a local dog walker or dog daycare can be a daunting experience.
Read on for top tips and questions to ask to help you make the right choice for your dog.
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.