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🌿 Set on 23 beautiful acres, we provide a true farm life experience where dogs can run, play & learn
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16/10/2026

Hate to break it to you, but your dog isn't going to grow out of it.

The jumping, the mouthing, the barking for attention, the inability to settle, the pulling on the lead…

It's easy to tell yourself they're just a puppy, they're going through a phase, or they'll calm down with age.

And sometimes, certain behaviours do change as dogs mature. Some behaviours get more intense and some behaviours arise for the first time during maturity.

But we need to understand that getting older doesn't automatically teach a dog what to do instead.

Time instead, strengthens behaviour when it is being repeated so if your dog repeatedly practises jumping up to greet people, barking to get your attention or pulling to reach something exciting, those behaviours are just getting stronger and stronger, like a well formed habit.

And we all know how hard breaking a habit can be!

So, what can you do?

Stop relying on the magic of time to stop the behaviour and have a look at how why you think the behaviour may be happening? Is your dog pent up? Has exercise been on the back burner?

Then we need to look at whether that behaviour is being reinforced! A good way to do this is by looking at what the behaviour results in. Is jumping earning attention? Is barking getting the door opened because its the only way to get your dog to stop barking?

Do you try and ignore your dog constantly giving you its toys but then you get frustrated so you throw the toy anyway? Are you trying to work through reactivity but you're letting your dog greet every single person and dog they come across on walk?

Once you can see the pattern, it is easier to work on creating different behaviours!

But we know that sometimes it is easier said than done, so if you are searching for help with your dogs behaviour, send us an email!

We would love to help!

15/10/2026

Heading overseas for a few weeks? We've got your four legged family member covered!

We first met Ivy two years ago when her guardians reached out for support with mouthing, recall, leash skills and destructive behaviours. Following her behavioural assessment, Ivy completed a 3 week Stay & Learn while her guardians headed away on a trip.

Since then, we've had the pleasure of welcoming her back whenever her family heads off on another adventure, and we couldn't be happier to have her as a familiar face here at the farm.

Over the past month, Ivy joined us for her fifth boarding stay, spending 43 days in our care while her guardians enjoyed another getaway overseas!

She's certainly kept herself busy! From play sessions and making new friends to exploring the farm and, apparently, perfecting her selfie game, Ivy has enjoyed plenty of opportunities to make the most of her stay.

Of course, a longer stay isn't just about keeping the days packed with activities. We also make sure Ivy has quieter days and opportunities to rest and decompress, helping us support her wellbeing and keep her routine balanced throughout her time with us.

One of the best parts of welcoming familiar campers back is knowing we can provide a consistent environment with people who already know their personalities, needs and quirks.

We pride ourselves on truly knowing your dogs!

Wherever life takes their humans, we're here to make sure their dogs are cared for, fulfilled and comfortable while they're away. Reach out to discuss your dog's boarding needs and how we can support them during their stay.

14/10/2026

Yesterday, Alfie headed home after completing his Two Week Stay and Learn, building the foundations to help him become a more settled, responsive and well-mannered member of the family.

Puppies bring plenty of love, personality and entertainment into a home, but they can also bring behaviours that become challenging to manage as they grow, especially into such a large dog!

Jumping up, mouthing when excited, barking for attention and struggling to respond when called are common puppy behaviours, but without guidance and consistency, they can become increasingly difficult to navigate.

For Alfie’s guardian, concerns around jumping up and mouthing, particularly when people entered the property and around children, highlighted the importance of getting ahead of these behaviours and giving him the skills to make better choices.

Throughout his 2 Week Stay & Learn, our focus was on building his general obedience, strengthening his recall and providing clearer expectations around everyday interactions. We also worked on helping Alfie manage his excitement, regulating himself and develop the foundations for calmer greetings.

The goal isn't to take away Alfie's playful puppy personality. It's to help him learn how to channel that excitement appropriately, respond to guidance and make better decisions, even when life gets a little exciting so that he can continue to mature in a well balanced fella!

Now, Alfie's guardian has the foundations to continue building on at home. With consistent expectations, clear communication and ongoing practice, these early lessons can help set him up for success as he matures.

If you're navigating the jumping, mouthing or overexcited behaviours that come with puppyhood, you don't have to wait for those little habits to become big challenges before asking for support.

You got this Alfie, go be the best boy you can be!

13/10/2026

Before buying another bag of training treats, consider this! 💭

You’re frustrated that your dog ignores food on walks. You’ve tried the expensive treats, the chicken, the cheese, but the moment you step outside, nothing seems to matter.

Yet at home, your dog has access to a full bowl of food all day long, grazing whenever they please.

You’re trying to make food valuable in an environment full of distractions, while they've had unlimited access to it for hours.

Or perhaps your dog inhales their dinner in seconds, then spends the rest of the day jumping on you for attention, barking when they want something or struggling to settle. Their meals are delivered, but the opportunities to reinforce the behaviours you actually want are being missed.

Sound familiar?

This is where existential feeding can change the way you approach training.

Instead of automatically putting every meal in a bowl, you can use your dog's daily food allowance as a training resource, creating opportunities to reinforce the behaviours you want to see more often.

Struggling with engagement? Use part of their meal to reward check-ins, responding to their name and choosing to reconnect with you.

Struggling with impulse control? Reinforce calmness, waiting at doorways, settling on a bed and disengaging from distractions throughout the day.

Struggling to find time to train? Turn everyday routines into short training opportunities instead of relying on one dedicated session to do all the work.

Struggling to compete with the environment? Build value in working with you in easier environments first, then gradually increase distractions as your dog's skills develop.

Sometimes, the solution isn't buying something else. It's looking at the habits and routines that might be working against you.

Your dog needs to eat every day. Why not use some of those meals to help teach the skills you're struggling to build?

Are you gonna give this a go? or already do this? 👇🏻

12/10/2026

Edam has completed her 3 Week Stay & Learn, with a focus on helping her feel less pressure to be on alert and more comfortable simply being a dog.

For some dogs, the world can feel like a lot to take in. New environments, nearby dogs and everyday distractions can keep them in a heightened state of awareness, making it difficult to switch off. When that overwhelm builds, it can show up as anxiety, mouthiness or difficulty settling, even when nothing appears to be wrong.

For Edam, our goal was to help her move away from that constant state of alertness and develop the skills to feel safer, calmer and more comfortable in her surroundings.

Throughout her Stay & Learn, we focused on building her ability to decompress, settle and regulate her emotions, while also working on developing more neutrality and comfort around other dogs. Rather than expecting her to simply cope with everything happening around her, we worked on providing structure, clear guidance and opportunities to practise calm behaviour in different environments.

The aim wasn't to change who Edam is, but to help her feel less pressure to respond to everything around her and give her the skills to make calmer choices and she did great!

If your dog struggles to switch off, becomes overwhelmed by their surroundings or finds it difficult to feel comfortable around other dogs, you’re not alone. You don't have to navigate it by yourself.

Send us an email to chat about how our Stay & Learn program could help your dog find a little more calm in their world.

09/10/2026

There’s a good chance you have had the pleasure of meeting Liv!

Whether it’s on the phone or via email to update you on your dogs stay or when you drop your dog off for their boarding stay, Liv will usually be there to guide you through the process and we love her for it!

Address

172 Middle Beach Road
Two Wells, SA
5501

Telephone

+61429036445

Website

http://www.taketheleadau.com.au/

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