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Welcoming multiple dogs into your home is exciting, but managing a multi-dog household requires thoughtful planning to prevent conflict and promote harmony. From managing different personalities to preventing squabbles, ensuring harmony in a multi-dog household requires structure, leadership, and clear boundaries. Here’s how you can create a calm and balanced environment where all your dogs can thrive. Common…

Mantrailing is hands down one of the best activities you can do with your dog. It’s fun, rewarding, and brilliant for building confidence—especially if you’ve got an anxious or reactive dog. It’s also a fantastic way to provide mental stimulation and work your dog’s natural instincts in a structured way. But what exactly is mantrailing,…

Handling is a fundamental part of a dog’s life—whether it’s for routine vet visits, grooming, checking for injuries, or simply giving them a cuddle. However, for many dogs, being touched or examined can feel overwhelming, leading to stress, avoidance, or even resistance. The good news? With the right approach, you can help your dog build…

Dog agility training is an exciting and rewarding way to build a strong bond with your dog while enhancing their physical fitness, mental sharpness, and overall behaviour. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced handler, this guide will provide you with essential dog agility training tips, must-have agility equipment, and expert advice for all…

Impulse control is one of the most valuable skills you can teach your dog. Whether it’s resisting the urge to chase a squirrel, jump up on guests, or snatch food from the counter, self-restraint is the key to a well-mannered and adaptable companion. Many behavioural struggles stem from a lack of impulse control, but the…

Bringing a rescue dog into your home is an incredibly rewarding experience, but if your new companion has had a rough start in life, socialisation can feel like a big challenge. Whether they’ve been neglected, had little exposure to the world, or experienced trauma, helping them gain confidence is key to their happiness. Here’s a…

Positive reinforcement methods are at the heart of modern dog training, offering a kind and effective way to teach dogs new behaviours. By focusing on rewards and encouragement, this approach builds trust and strengthens the bond between dogs and their owners. For those of us committed to ethical, humane dog training techniques, this is more…

Walking your dog should be one of the best parts of your day—a chance to enjoy the outdoors, explore, and connect with your dog. But let’s be honest, when your dog is pulling like a freight train, it’s hard to enjoy anything! Loose lead walking can transform those stressful walks into something calm and enjoyable…

Therapy dogs can bring incredible benefits to schools, hospitals, care homes, and workplaces. They provide comfort, companionship, and emotional support in a way that few other interventions can. However, organisations must ensure that therapy dog teams meet rigorous qualifications to maximise these benefits and safeguard everyone involved. This article explains why these qualifications are essential…

As a professional dog trainer who specialises in helping dog owners overcome behavioural struggles, I know how transformative positive reinforcement methods can be. Whether you’re starting your journey with a playful puppy or trying to build trust with a nervous rescue dog, positive reinforcement is a gentle, effective, and proven way to create lasting behaviour…