Bluebell Dog Walking and Training

30/08/2026

This morning whilst we were laying tracks a spaniel gatecrashed our training.

Here is what I really loved:

🐾 The humans didn't mess around, they retrieved their dog ASAP and popped her onlead.

🐾 The dog didn't harass any of the other dogs

🐾 The humans apologised and we had a light hearted discussion.

Whilst the dog ignored her recall, she tracked the trail left by one of my clients. This is what she was bred to do! Whilst it wasn't an ideal situation there has to be some give and take in a public environment. No-one was harmed and her humans polite interaction with us was absolutely spot on!

Dogs are not robots.

Being kind and respectful of each other is what matters.

30/08/2026

Well done to Ozzy, Freya, Sweep, Isla and their humans who were amazing at our workshop this morning.

We looked at how we could use movement and feeding rewards in different ways to help keep our dogs engaged around distractions, before building up to tracking side by side using the Scentwork element to help them move calmly alongside each other.

Finally we were able to introduce some stillness using sits and downs in a line.

Really enjoyed teaching you all this morning and watching you all succeed. ♥️

29/08/2026

Just a reminder there are no walks on bank holiday Monday.

Hope you are all having a fantastic weekend.

29/08/2026

🤞We might just miss the rain for tomorrow's workshop.

Please dress appropriately just in case, we will still be going ahead.

Please bring a toy and plenty of treats, including some of higher value.

28/08/2026

I used to really like that Amy person. Doesn't she know Dobermann don't do rain?! How dare she take me for a walk.

26/08/2026

How many of you carry a tug toy on walks and actively play with your dogs outside of the house?

For alot of dogs this can be a massive reinforcer and you are absolutely missing a trick if you don't use it to your advantage.

Dog chases squirrels but food rewards aren't cutting it? Try a chase game with you instead.

Dog startled by a noise and physically can't eat? Can you use play to re-engage them?

Dog distracted by the ball the other side of the field? How about a game of tug with you to keep them close and stop them disappearing?

Recall a bit wonky as you are too predictable? Mix up rewards, maybe it's food, maybe it's a game. Keep them guessing.

For some dogs having the confidence to play outside doesn't come naturally. Toy play is a skill and it can be taught. Experiment with different toys of all shapes and textures. Remember your toy is prey, it moves AWAY from the dog not towards it. Stop the game when they are loving it, not after they get bored.

Take a toy out with you today and let me know how you get on.

24/08/2026

Harley looking gorgeous modeling our custom tan poo bag wound cover with accents of bright red vetwrap. ♥️

Dog walkers are never short of creative ways to use a humble poo bag. What's your most inventive use?

19/08/2026

My Labrador's occasionally shout in public.

Bugsey might bark if he is absolutely terrified of something and wants to keep it away from him.

Stitch might bark if he's unsure and worried, over excited and frustrated he can't join the fun, or anything in between.

This is NORMAL behaviour for dogs.

But to humans this isn't very socially acceptable.

Interestingly I've noticed that people respond completely differently to each dog

Bugsey has a very high pitched, some what ridiculous bark for a dog his size. Regardless of whether he's wearing his muzzle or not people tend to stop and stare at us, often escalating his discomfort further.

Stitch despite being smaller has a very deep intimidating bark. It scares people and they very quickly give him space and move on allowing me to calm him quicker.

Neither are really ideal. I don't want people staring at us, but I don't want people scared either.

But this is NORMAL human behaviour. Unless you've ever had a dog that behaves in this way, or know someone that does, how many of you have been taught what you should do in these situations?

Firstly we can have empathy. That dog is probably having a hard time and the human on the other end of that lead probably is too. They might be lucky that they've got to the stage where they can calmly help their dog through the emotion, but it's more likely that human is stressed and anxious too. They might be emotionally or physically exhausted. They are trying their best so no judgement here please.

Secondly the best way you can help is to give them space, calmly. Is the path wide enough to pass them further away? Can you give them time to cross the road safely to move away from you? Can you recall your dog and clip it onlead temporarily? Have they already changed direction to avoid you, and if so can you give them time to get further away? If there is also a person/dog coming the other way, is there anything you can do so they don't feel boxed in?

Most people with sensitive dogs will actively try to avoid situations that cause their dogs to shout, but I can guarantee they would also be really grateful if others could help them out every now and again.

Whether I'm walking sensitive dogs or friendly ones I'm always paying attention to those around me and thinking 'how can we all enjoy this space better?'

I absolutely thank everyone who helps make my walks easier, whatever the reason.

18/08/2026

This is such a kind, incredibly generous offer.

I hope over the years I've shown you that Dobermann can be trained with kindness and consistency and that they do not need a heavy hand.

Sharon is a pioneer in changing the way people train Dobermann and an incredibly passionate talented trainer.

If you need help with your Dobermann this is an opportunity not to be missed!

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I’m going to make it easy for everyone to learn so much more & understand your dog and how to work with him or her!

So - How am I going to do this?

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18/08/2026

Before we got dogs I'm sure lots of you (myself included) imagined a lovely long walk with the dog stopping off at a nice dog friendly pub for a nice lunch afterwards.

The truth is that this isn't a reality for lots of dogs as many cannot cope with this environment.

And that's absolutely ok.

It took me a long time to get over the guilt of leaving my dogs at home, but the truth is they are happier with that arrangement.

However I now have two more confident dogs and our world is opening up for more adventures.

Whilst I don't take them to these places often I do want to future proof our training so that eventually we can do such things when we want.

So, how do I go about setting my dogs up for success?

🐾 I practice my settle on a mat in lots of environments first.

🐾 I make sure their needs are met before I expect them to settle in a busy environment. Exercised, toileted etc. It's not fair to expect calm if these aren't met.

🐾 I think about where I sit. Not on a thoroughfare, or by the door where people will constantly pass by.

🐾 I always take my own water for the dogs. Staff in dog friendly places are great at offering but I never want my dogs to associate people carrying bowls as goodies for them. If they never learn that expectation I'm much less likely to have a dog accidentally take out a waitress in search of a snack.

🐾 At first I go with a friend who understands that I might need to leave suddenly. I aim to leave BEFORE my dog becomes unsettled not afterwards.

As a rule I don't take my dogs with me during adolescence. Dogs are extra sensitive at this age and I believe sometimes less is more.

However Stitch and I were having a great day Sunday so we decided to risk it. My husband was home and could easily come and collect him for me if it was too much.

Thanks to having a back up plan and all the points above we had a very successful visit. ♥️

But if he'd of been unhappy I'd of had no qualms about sending him home instead. As long as my dogs are happy so am I.