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14/10/2026

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Google review. I started working with this client around seven months ago, give or take, and I’d like to think that I bu...
13/10/2026

Google review.

I started working with this client around seven months ago, give or take, and I’d like to think that I build a good relationship with all of my clients. For me, it’s about providing clear, honest advice, giving owners the guidance they need at each stage of their dog’s training, and helping them understand why certain things are important.

When that advice is taken on board and applied consistently, that’s when we start to see results.

The guidance I give isn’t necessarily something that has to be followed forever. It’s relevant to the stage of training the dog is at and may change as the dog progresses and develops.

From the very beginning, this owner took the advice seriously, and continues to do so now. That commitment makes a real difference.

There is no set timescale when it comes to dog training. Every dog is different, and progress depends on a number of factors, not just the dog itself but also the owner’s understanding, confidence, consistency and ability to implement the advice they’re given.

Ultimately, it’s a partnership between the trainer, the owner and the dog. My role is to provide the guidance and support, but the owner’s willingness to listen, learn and put that advice into practice is what helps turn that guidance into lasting progress.

121 session, a great start!I only met this dog a few days ago for their assessment, and the owner was keen to get straig...
13/10/2026

121 session, a great start!

I only met this dog a few days ago for their assessment, and the owner was keen to get straight to work!

We started with boundaries from the very beginning, because how we start a walk sets the standard for how we want it to continue.

We focused on:
🐕 Loose-lead walking
🐕 Reinforcing clear, one-word commands
🐕 Building the handler’s confidence
🐕 Creating structure, consistency and clear boundaries

This dog was extremely dog-reactive, so we had some important work to do. By the end of the session, we were able to walk around two different dogs!

This is just the beginning, and we know there’s still plenty of work ahead. Progress takes time, consistency and the right handling, but this was a really positive first step.

Next up: continuing with the same handling techniques and introducing the Social Club to help build on this progress in a controlled, structured environment.

Every dog is different, and every journey starts somewhere.

13/10/2026

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13/10/2026

Ffs……

Who remembers going to school when the biggest worry was a fire breaking out, and we’d have fire drills every couple of months?

Now children are having to practise lockdowns, hiding in classrooms and staying silent.

The government obviously knows that things aren’t completely safe if children are being taught and expected to practise this.

I understand that every situation is different, but surely the instinct should be to get away from danger if it’s safe to do so, rather than stay put like sitting ducks?

What a world we’re living in when our children have to practise for threats like this just to go to school.

How have we got to this point?

Ended the day with an assessment of an 18-month-old German Shepherd presenting with both dog and human reactivity.From w...
12/10/2026

Ended the day with an assessment of an 18-month-old German Shepherd presenting with both dog and human reactivity.

From what I understand, this has been an ongoing issue since around six months of age. What initially appeared to be frustration-based reactivity is now developing into more concerning aggressive behaviour.

The assessment also highlighted some challenges with communication between the owners and their dog. They have not yet been given the appropriate guidance to communicate with him effectively, and the current harness is not the most suitable piece of equipment for managing his size, strength, and behaviour safely.

The focus now is on helping the owners better understand their dog, improving communication, reviewing the equipment being used, and putting a structured management and behaviour-modification plan in place.

Assessment Day – Young Staffie x LabradorI had this young Staffie x Lab in for an assessment today, needs working on lea...
12/10/2026

Assessment Day – Young Staffie x Labrador

I had this young Staffie x Lab in for an assessment today, needs working on lead manners and some basic obedience.

This young dog has pretty much everything you could want when looking for a dog to train:

✅ Food drive – great for motivation and reward-based training.
⚡ Energy – plenty of enthusiasm and willingness to work.
🎯 Enthusiasm – keen to engage and learn.
🐶 Friendly temperament – a lovely, sociable dog to work with.

A dog with this much to offer is a great starting point. The key is turning that potential into reliable behaviour.

Here’s a 121 Iv had today. My approach is to offer advice, guidance and support while training towards the goals of each...
12/10/2026

Here’s a 121 Iv had today.

My approach is to offer advice, guidance and support while training towards the goals of each individual client and their dog.

In this case, although the dog can be reactive, the owner’s main goal is to work on obedience first and in my opinion, that’s a great goal to have!

We don’t always need to tackle everything at once. By building foundations, improving engagement and creating a better working relationship between dog and owner, we can work towards addressing the reactivity further down the line if needed.

Today, we focused on something that might look simple to some people, but getting the results you want takes more than you might think!

Luring your dog, using play effectively and keeping motivation and drive high.

When working with your dog at this stage, preparation is key! You need to be ready for the session, have a plan, and understand how to keep your dog engaged and motivated throughout the work.

The owner now has some homework to practise between sessions, helping to build these new habits and routines.

I’m really looking forward to our next session to see how much the dog’s motivation, engagement and willingness to work have improved!

Remember, it’s not always about tackling the biggest problem first. Sometimes, it’s about building the right foundations to set both dog and owner up for success. 🐕💪

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