The Dog Ami

The Dog Ami Qualified reward-based dog trainer and behaviourist consultant and Author of TO BE FRANK. Works across the UK and Europe.
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IMDTB, IAABC, ISCP, GoDT, CDBC Qualified and accredited positive reward-based, force-free dog behaviour consultant, dog trainer, speaker and author of TO BE FRANK Force free, reward based modification of troublesome dog behaviours and puppy training. Qualified behaviourist with and a member of the International Association of Animal Behaviourist (IAABC - CDBC) Member of the International School of

Canine Psychology & Behaviour (ISCP), The Institute of Modern Dog Trainers and Behaviourists (IMDBT), The Guild of Dog Trainers (GoDT) and International Companion Animal Network.

23/06/2026
23/06/2026

Wiggly bottoms



02/06/2026

Some questions 6th Formers have asked during school visits!

WHY DO DOGS ROLL AROUND IN STRONG SMELLS?
WHY DO DOGS CIRCLE BEFORE POOING?
DO DOGS HAVE A SENSE OF SELF?
WHY DOES MY DOG STARE AT ME WHEN HE POOPS?
WHY DOES MY DOG SHAKE WHEN NOT WET?

What do YOU think are the right answers?!

05/04/2026

Struggling with your dog’s behaviour? Head to dogami.co.uk for you free exploratory telephone call or send me a message ...
05/04/2026

Struggling with your dog’s behaviour?

Head to dogami.co.uk for you free exploratory telephone call or send me a message — I can help.

05/04/2026

There are many reasons why our dogs don’t listen to us. These include:

1. They don’t understand what is required of them

2. The reward for not listening is far greater than the reward for listening

3. There is a breakdown in communication

4. They don’t trust us

5. They are over - aroused

Be patient. Deal with the underlying cause. Everything else will fall into place.

Dog overhearing his guardian has instructed a trainer who thinks shock collars are fine when used properly
24/02/2026

Dog overhearing his guardian has instructed a trainer who thinks shock collars are fine when used properly

Dogs behaving impeccably when clients instruct me!
24/02/2026

Dogs behaving impeccably when clients instruct me!

26/12/2025

A very Merry Christmas to all of you.

As a gift to those following this page, please call for a 30 minute FREE call on any dog behaviour issue you may be experiencing.

I’ll be happy to guide you.

Certified Dog Behaviourist and Trainer Aftab has worked with most dog breeds ranging from small Chihuahuas and cockapoos to large Leonbergers, Ridgebacks and great Danes. Aftab has dealt with virtually all unwanted behaviours exhibited by our canine friends from pulling on the lead and poor recall t...

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