Dogs Decoded Simply

14/10/2026

Online dog training does work. I taught this solid “stay” command entirely remotely. I am in Spain, she is in the UK.

No in-person sessions. A clear, written, step by step plan, live coaching, feedback on the videos, 24/7 support and an owner who showed up, listened, and followed every step.

That consistency is what builds a reliable stay, and all the credit goes to them.

Look how amazing is listening on first cue. I cannot be prouder! 😍

Want a dog who stays where he/she was asked to stay? Send me a DM and let’s have a chat

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13/10/2026

11/10/2026

Your dog’s food bowl fills their stomach. But are they getting enough opportunities to use their natural food-seeking behaviours?

Dogs are more than just eaters. Sniffing, searching, exploring and working to access food are important behavioural activities that can make mealtimes more enriching.

The science behind it: Jaak Panksepp described the SEEKING system as a motivational system involved in exploration, anticipation and pursuing resources. Providing opportunities to search for food can engage some of these natural motivations.

Instead of serving every meal in a bowl, try:
🐾 Scattering kibble in a safe, grassy area
🐾 Hiding small portions around the house
🐾 Using a snuffle mat
🐾 Offering appropriate food puzzles
🐾 Incorporating safe, supervised food-search games

You don’t need expensive toys or a completely different diet. Sometimes, changing how your dog accesses their food can create more opportunities for sniffing, problem-solving and exploration.

A food bowl isn’t inherently bad, and enrichment doesn’t have to replace every meal. The goal is to give your dog more opportunities to engage in natural behaviours.

Remember: don’t just think about what your dog eats. Think about how they get to it.

What does your dog do at mealtimes: eat from a bowl, sniff out scattered food, or solve food puzzles? Tell me in the comments.

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09/10/2026

We constantly misinterpret our dog’s actions and body language.

While we rely heavily on our vision, dogs experience their surroundings through a combination of smell, hearing, vision and learned associations.

Understanding how dogs experience the world helps us understand their behaviour, recognise their needs and stop judging what they do through a purely human perspective.

Share this with someone who needs to see the world through their dog’s eyes.

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02/10/2026

Prepare for the fireworks season now so your dog won’t be petrified when the day comes.

Sound desensitisation, start weeks before:

1. Play a fireworks recording so quietly your dog barely notices it while they eat, play or relax. No reaction means the volume is right.
2. Pair sound with something great. Play it at that low volume during meals, chews or play, so it predicts good things.
3. Build up slowly. Raise the volume a tiny bit over several short sessions (5 minutes, once or twice a day). Only progress if your dog stays loose and relaxed.
4. Stop and go back if you see stress. Panting, pacing, lip licking, freezing or refusing food means drop the volume to the last comfortable level.
Aim for at least 2 to 3 weeks of practice before the event.

Then, in the days before:

* Create a safe den: a covered crate or quiet room with their bed, a blanket and a chew or lick mat
* Walk and exercise early, before dusk.
* Close windows, curtains and shutters. Add background noise: TV, music or white noise.
* Offer a long-lasting chew, lick mat or stuffed Kong.
* Stay with them and act normal. You can’t reinforce fear with comfort.

Need help? Send me a message and we’ll work out a specific plan for your dog and



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29/09/2026

Pick the one that sounds like your dog and follow the line to the solution.

Most owners are told to correct, ignore or dominate. Dogs don’t behave this or that way out of stubbornness. The behaviour is driven emotions, illness, trauma etc. Each individual dog have their own story and reason for their behaviour. Whether it’s reactivity, separation anxiety, leash pulling, resource guarding, excessive barking, or anything else. The advice you were given is not working because it too generous. Your dog needs a tailored behaviour modification plan for their specific issue.

To book a FREE consultation, send me a DM or and we’ll work out a plan for your dog.

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28/09/2026

Why does my dog ignore me outside? Because the outdoors is loud, smelly and full of things far more interesting than you: smells, movement and sounds compete with your voice, and they usually win.
That’s why dog training always starts at home. Build the skill where your dog can actually succeed, then add distractions one small step at a time, still indoors. Skip that and you’re asking your dog to perform in the hardest classroom there is, with no foundation. Train for the environment your dog can handle, then gradually raise the difficulty. That’s how reliable recall, sit, down, loose leash walks, stay and focus outside are built.

When does your dog not listening to you? Let me know in the comments.

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15/09/2026

Not every dog trainer is the right fit for every dog.

Here are 5 questions I’ll always answer NO to as a science-backed, force-free dog trainer.

No quick fixes.
No guarantees.
No shock, prong or e-collars.
No punishment disguised as “balanced training.”
And no promises that behaviour will change overnight.

Real behaviour change takes understanding, consistency, time and a plan that works for both you and your dog.

If you want training that focuses on the why behind your dog’s behaviour, let’s talk.

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