Abby’s Dog Training School

29/10/2026

🍫🎃 HALLOWEEN TREATS THAT ARE TRICKS FOR YOUR DOG! 👻

Halloween means sweets, chocolates and lots of delicious treats… but some of our favourites can be seriously dangerous for our dogs!

Here's what to keep well out of paws' reach this Halloween! 🐾

🍫 Chocolate – Contains theobromine and caffeine, which are toxic to dogs. Dark chocolate and cocoa powder are particularly dangerous!

🍬 Sugar-free sweets and chewing gum – Some contain xylitol (also called birch sugar), which can cause life-threatening low blood sugar and liver damage.

🍇 Raisins, grapes and sultanas – Even small amounts can cause serious kidney problems in some dogs.

🍭 Sweet wrappers and lollipop sticks – These can cause choking or intestinal blockages if swallowed.

🧁 Halloween cakes and baked treats – Watch out for hidden ingredients such as chocolate, raisins and xylitol.

🎃 What about pumpkin?

Plain, cooked pumpkin can be a lovely dog-friendly treat in moderation! Just avoid added sugar, spices and sweeteners.

🚨 If you suspect your dog has eaten something toxic, contact your vet immediately. Don't wait for symptoms to appear or try to make them sick unless instructed by a vet.

Let's keep the spooky surprises to the costumes this Halloween! 👻

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27/10/2026

🎃 TRICK OR TREAT… OR A LITTLE TOO MUCH FOR YOUR DOG?👻🐾

Halloween might be exciting for us, but for our dogs? Not always!

Think about it… strangers repeatedly knocking on the door, unusual costumes, excited children and lots of unfamiliar noises.

For some dogs, that's a LOT to process! 🧡

Here are my top tips for helping your dog feel comfortable this Halloween:

🐾 Create a safe space! Set up a cosy area away from the front door with their favourite bed, chews or enrichment activities.

🚪 Manage the doorbell! If your dog struggles with visitors, consider putting a bowl of sweets outside with a little sign asking trick-or-treaters not to knock.

🦴 Give them something to do! A stuffed Kong, lick mat or sniffing activity can be a lovely way to help them settle, provided they're comfortable enough to enjoy it.

👻 Don't force interactions! Your dog doesn't need to greet every visitor, especially when they're dressed as a giant pumpkin!

🐶 Watch their body language! Lip licking, yawning, pacing, hiding and avoiding contact can all be signs they're feeling uncomfortable.

And most importantly…

Your dog doesn't need to face their fears to overcome them!

Sometimes the kindest thing we can do is give them space, choice and a little peace and quiet. 🧡

💬 Does your dog love greeting visitors, or would they rather skip the Halloween excitement altogether?

24/10/2026

🎃👻 THINGS THAT SCARE ME AS A DOG TRAINER…

Spoiler alert: it's probably not what you think! 🐶

As a dog trainer who specialises in reward-based training and reactivity, there are plenty of things that give me the chills… and surprisingly, barking, growling and reactive dogs aren't on that list!

What really scares me is when we overlook what our dogs are trying to tell us, expect them to tolerate uncomfortable situations or use fear to try to change their behaviour.

🐾 A growl isn't a dog being naughty.
🐾 Reactivity doesn't make a dog bad.
🐾 Fearful dogs aren't being stubborn.
🐾 And not every dog wants to say hello!

Behind every behaviour is a dog trying to communicate something.

And that's why I'm so passionate about helping owners understand their dogs, build confidence and develop practical skills through kind, ethical, science-based training. 🧡

👻 So, fellow dog owners… what's YOUR biggest dog-related scare?

23/10/2026

🏆🐾 LAST CHANCE TO VOTE FOR US! 🐾🏆

We're in the final few days of voting for the Pet Industry Business Awards 2026, and we need YOUR help! 🧡

We're absolutely thrilled to be finalists in the Dog Trainer / Behaviourist category, and it would mean the world to have your support!

From helping nervous and reactive dogs build confidence, to watching puppies grow into happy, well-rounded companions, every single dog and owner I work with makes this job so incredibly rewarding. 🐶

Being recognised for something I'm so passionate about is already an amazing achievement, but bringing home an award would be the icing on the cake! 🏆

🗳️ VOTING CLOSES THIS SUNDAY, 25TH OCTOBER!

If you've trained with us, attended a class, hired our secure field or simply enjoy following our journey, I'd be so grateful if you could spare a moment to vote!

👇 VOTE FOR ABBY'S ANIMAL SERVICES HERE:

https://vote.piba.co.uk/vote/abby-s-animal-services-bolton

Please feel free to share this post with friends and family too — every vote and share really does mean so much! 🧡

Thank you for supporting my little business and helping it grow into what is now Abby's Dog Training School.🐾

21/10/2026

🐾🧡 REAL LIFE TRAINING WITH THE GORGEOUS MARTHA!🧡🐾

The lovely Martha was an absolute superstar during her recent 1:1 training session around The Range in Bury, finishing off with some settling practice at Caffè Nero! ☕🐶

At Abby's Dog Training School, we believe training shouldn't just stop at home or in a training class!

After all, it's one thing for your dog to listen in the comfort of your living room, but what happens when you add people, traffic, exciting smells and all the distractions of everyday life? 🌍

That's why we LOVE taking our 1:1 sessions out and about, helping dogs and their owners build the skills and confidence they need in real-world situations.

With Martha, we worked on:
🐾 Engagement around everyday distractions
🐾 Loose lead walking in busy environments
🐾 Making good choices around people and other dogs
🐾 Learning to switch off and settle in a café

Because a well-trained dog isn't one who can only perform behaviours at home — it's one who has been supported to develop the confidence and skills to navigate everyday life! 🧡

And gorgeous Martha did brilliantly! 🌟

Want to feel more confident taking your dog to cafés, shops or busy public places?

📣 We have just FOUR 1:1 training spaces remaining for November!

🌐 www.abbysdogtrainingschool.co.uk

20/10/2026

🐾❤️ CAN YOU HELP SULLY FIND HIS FOREVER HOME? ❤️🐾

This gorgeous boy is Sully, a 6-year-old Collie x Labrador who is sadly looking for a new home through no fault of his own. 🥺

Due to a change in family circumstances following a relationship breakdown, Sully’s current family have had to make the incredibly difficult decision to find him a home where he can receive the time, attention and companionship he deserves.

🐶 A little about Sully:

🐾 6-year-old Collie x Labrador
❤️ A big softie who loves companionship
🐕 Good with other dogs
🐈 Good with cats
👧 Good with children, although a home with older children would likely suit him best
🏡 Would thrive in a home where someone is around for much of the day

What does Sully need?

Sully is a loving boy who is used to having someone around and hasn’t had much experience being left alone. He can bark when left, so he’ll need a patient, understanding owner who can gradually help him build confidence with being on his own.

An active home where he can enjoy lovely walks, enrichment and plenty of company would be ideal. 🐾

This is an incredibly heartbreaking decision for his family, who simply want to do what’s best for him.

❤️ PLEASE SHARE TO HELP SULLY! ❤️

If you think you could offer Sully a loving, suitable home, or would like to find out more, please send me a message and I can put you in touch with his family.

Let’s help this lovely boy find the happy next chapter he deserves. 🏡🐶

19/10/2026

🐾🧡 NEW NAME, NEW WEBSITE! 🧡🐾

We’re officially moving forward as Abby’s Dog Training School, and with that comes our NEW website address! 🎉

🌐 www.abbysdogtrainingschool.co.uk

Please make sure you’re using our new website for all future bookings, class information, 1:1 training enquiries and secure dog field hire!

If you’ve got our old website saved, now’s the time to update your bookmarks! 🔖

Whilst our name and website have changed, everything you love about us remains the same — the same friendly face, the same passion and the same commitment to kind, ethical, reward-based dog training. 🐶

This is such an exciting new chapter, and I’m so grateful to everyone who’s supported the business along the way!

New name. New website. Same passion for happy, confident dogs! 🧡

👉 https://www.abbysdogtrainingschool.co.uk

Looking for an enclosed dog field for hire near me? Abby's Dog Training School offers a secure dog field where your furry friend can roam and play safely.

16/10/2026

🚨 Last chance to join us! 🚨

Our Scurry Dog Foundations course starts tomorrow at 11:30am and there’s still time to book your place—but don’t leave it too late!

Got a dog who’s full of beans, loves to sniff, or is always looking for their next adventure?

Scurry Dog gives them a fun way to put their nose and brain to work, while you enjoy learning and having fun together.
It’s a brilliant activity for energetic dogs and their people—and you don’t need any previous experience to get started.

The course begins tomorrow, so head to the website today to book your place! 🐾

https://abbysanimalservices.co.uk/dog-training-classes/ols/products/scurry-dog-foundation-class-starting-17th-october

14/10/2026

I’m so excited to share that Abby’s Animal Services has been nominated for Dog Trainer/Behaviourist at the Pet Business Industry Awards! 🐾

If you’ve enjoyed a class, had a training session with me, or simply love what I do, I’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to vote. Your support means so much to me and my little business 💛

Voting closes Sunday 25th October. You can vote here:

https://vote.piba.co.uk/vote/abby-s-animal-services-bolton

Thank you so much! 🐶