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10/10/2026

Not really a post I ever wanted to have to put on social media, but I guess this is also the reality of being a business owner when so much of your life is visible to others.

When you run your own business, you’re often available morning, noon and night answering enquiries, replying to messages and keeping clients updated. You do your best to always be there, but sometimes life happens, and taking a step back can be difficult when people rely on you. When you’re not available, it can sometimes be perceived as being unreliable or not providing the level of service people expect.

So, I just wanted to give all my existing and new clients a little heads-up that this coming week is going to be a particularly difficult one for me.

I’ll be working as normal up until Thursday, but from then I’ll need to take three days away to give myself some time and space.

I’ve had to make the incredibly difficult decision to let my beautiful Alex go and allow him to cross over the rainbow bridge. 💔

Anyone who knows me will know just how much my animals mean to me, and this is a decision that hasn’t been made lightly. It’s going to be an incredibly emotional few days, and I know I’ll need some quiet time to process it all.

All walks, sessions and boarding will continue as planned, and your dogs will still be cared for as they always are. I’ll simply be taking a little time away from messages and general enquiries.

Thank you for your understanding,

Becca x

02/10/2026

THRESHOLD TRAINING

Thresholds aren’t just about teaching a dog to wait at a door.

It is teaching a dog to regulate their emotions when something exciting is about to happen.

The crate can be a fantastic part of this training.

Rather than opening the crate and immediately releasing a dog who is bursting with excitement, we teach them that calm behaviour is what makes the door open.

It might mean waiting for:
• A calm sit or down
• Reduced vocalisation
• No rushing the door
• Looking to the handler
• Being able to remain settled while the environment changes

Over time, this creates a dog who can experience anticipation without immediately going from 0–100.

Calmness is a behaviour we can teach.

29/09/2026

One of our favourite games to play, item search!

Here, a Malinois is learning to problem solve whilst using her nose to search for an item.

Games like this provide valuable mental stimulation and genetic fulfilment, allowing the dog to engage in behaviours that come naturally to them.

It also teaches the dog to work independently, rather than constantly relying on their handler for direction.

Simple games can have so much value when we give our dogs the opportunity to think, search and work things out for themselves.

28/09/2026

Come with us on a structured walk….

These girls have done 121 sessions, a Board & Train stay and have now joined us on weekly structured walks.

They are smashing their training 💗

27/09/2026

🐾 DEXTER UPDATE 🐾

This is just Dexter’s 3rd training session, and we are already seeing such a huge improvement in his ability to control his emotional responses.

We still have some vocality to work through, but just look at this progress…

Dexter holding his sit while another dog is chasing a ball, something that would have been much harder for him previously.

We have also started working on the foundational behaviours for heel position.
Yes, we can create a loose lead using tools such as the lead, but my goal is for Dexter to understand the behaviour, rather than simply rely on equipment to create it.

We are building the foundations, teaching him what we actually want from him, and helping him develop the impulse control and emotional regulation needed to make those behaviours successful.

02/09/2026

Today we met this small but mighty boy, Dexter 🖤

From the moment we stepped out of the home, Dexter was super aroused and on high alert, constantly scanning his surroundings and reacting to what was happening around him.

Dexter struggles with social anxiety, but over time these behaviours have become a very natural response for him. Vocalising, getting up onto his hind legs and reacting to environmental triggers and other dogs have become his way of dealing with situations that he finds difficult.

During our assessment, we were able to achieve periods of a lovely loose lead and bring his arousal levels down. Which was a really positive start.

But this is exactly that… a starting point.

Our goal isn’t simply to achieve a loose lead or stop the reactions. We want to help Dexter change how he feels about the world around him, build his confidence and teach him alternative ways of coping when he feels overwhelmed.

Dexter will now be joining us for weekly training walks, alongside ongoing support and guidance for his owners.

There is plenty of work ahead, but with consistency, patience and the right support, we can start helping Dexter navigate the world with a little less worry and a lot more confidence. 🐾

26/08/2026

IMPULSE CONTROL

Impulse control is such an important life skill for our dogs.

In this exercise, food is used as the reward, but the food itself isn’t the goal. We are teaching the dog to:

🐾 Wait rather than immediately rushing in
🐾 Control their natural urge
🐾 Look to us for information
🐾 Make a calmer choice around something they really value
🐾 Understand that access to the reward comes through self control

The important part is not expecting too much too soon. Start with something your dog can manage, reward the moments of calm and gradually increase the difficulty.

Impulse control isn’t about suppressing your dog or expecting them to sit perfectly still around everything. It is about teaching them that they can pause, think and make a choice, even when something exciting is right in front of them.

These skills transfer into so many areas of everyday life — waiting at doors, greeting people, seeing other dogs, settling in the home, leaving distractions and generally being able to switch off when something exciting is happening.

A dog that can control their impulses is a dog that has learnt how to think before they act.

25/08/2026

Otis’ first structured solo walk after our 2 week holiday 🧡

We have been a little quiet on here lately but if I’m completely honest after a 2 week holiday, straight back to group walks, grooming, home boarders & training sessions it has been a little hectic.

I need to try make a conscious effort to post on my training page a little more, easier said than done when you get wrapped up working with clients & their dogs though!

Our training walks are fully booked at the moment but we do have some availability for 121 training sessions.

We also have availability for residential boarding in 2027.

If you would like any further information please just drop me a message!

08/06/2026

🐾 Bonnie & Callie Update 🐾

My client has already put so much work into these lovely girls, but after a few negative situations her confidence had understandably taken a knock.

During this week’s session, we introduced several different dogs in a controlled environment. By the end of the session, we had not only calmer dogs, but a much calmer and more confident handler too.

This is something that is often overlooked in dog training.

Dog training isn’t just about teaching our dogs new behaviours. It’s equally important to teach owners how to read, handle and support their dogs effectively. Our dogs take so much information from us, and when we feel more confident and relaxed, they often do too.

Training is a team effort, and sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come from building the handler’s confidence just as much as the dog’s.

I’m looking forward to seeing Bonnie, Callie and their owner continue to grow together. ❤️

Welcome Raya, a 12 week old puppy who has just started our Puppy Training Programme.This girl is super clever and I can’...
06/06/2026

Welcome Raya, a 12 week old puppy who has just started our Puppy Training Programme.

This girl is super clever and I can’t wait to see her progress 💗

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