Jennie Shaw - Dog Trainer & Behavourist

12/07/2026

They are so happy it's a little cooler, plus some scatter feeding is a favourite. Eadie needed a visit to her field!

23/05/2026

Stunning video of Ewelme Dog Fields and Acadamy, come train with us!

17/05/2026

That was a fun Saturday! Seeing dogs and owners develop their bond and build new skills is just wonderful.

11/05/2026

Did you know that when your dog suddenly starts sniffing the ground… it might not be about a smell at all?

Out-of-context sniffing is a commonly missed stress signal. When a dog begins sniffing in situations where it doesn’t quite make sense—like during training, when being approached, or in a tense moment—it can be a way of coping.

💡 What’s really going on?
This behaviour is known as a displacement behaviour. Your dog is essentially saying: I’m feeling a bit unsure or overwhelmed, so I’m going to do something else to cope.”

🔍 When you might notice it:
During training when things become difficult
When meeting new people or dogs
In slightly stressful or confusing situations
When there’s pressure or expectation

⚠️ Why it matters
It’s easy to mistake this for distraction or stubbornness—but in reality, your dog may be feeling uncomfortable or stressed.

💛 What should you do?
Pause and reduce pressure
Give your dog space or a break
Simplify what you’re asking
Observe the environment for stress triggers

Not all stress is obvious. Sometimes it looks like your dog “losing focus”—when really, they’re trying to cope.

08/05/2026

Well run puppy classes that are fun yet structured are the best start for you and your new family. Come and join us at EDF Dog Training Academy. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/184rSWjmUr/

Puppy Training Courses Starting Soon!🎉

Tuesday | 19 May – 23 Jun | 11:30am – 12:30pm
Friday | 22 May – 26 Jun | 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Saturday | 23 May – 27 Jun | 11:00am – 12:00pm

Our six week puppy programme is designed to help you build a calm, confident and responsive young dog through thoughtful, practical training in a carefully managed environment. Suitable for puppies aged 8–20 weeks, we cover early foundations including recall, loose lead walking, engagement, confidence building, polite greetings, focus around distractions and learning how to settle and make good decisions around other dogs.

Every puppy is different, and understanding the dog in front of you is just as important as teaching behaviours. Whether you have a driven working breed, a sensitive puppy or a bold, social youngster, we help you understand how your puppy learns and how to set them up for success both at home and out in the real world.

Classes are led by COAPE Level 5 Trainer and Behaviourist Charley, assisted by qualified Veterinary Nurse Libby, with training taking place across our indoor shoot lodge, outdoor patio and grass training areas - giving puppies the opportunity to learn in a variety of environments, not just a village hall.

A recent client said:

“My working cocker puppy and I just completed 6 weeks of basic training with EDF and it was a blast. Fantastic support. Well structured. Gorgeous venue. A joy to come to training where the team (Charley, Libby, Rosie and Jenny) are fun and very supportive between weekly sessions in the WhatsApp group. Looking forward to the next round with EDF. I’m sure this is just the beginning of a long relationship!”

Bookings are now open: https://www.ewelmedogfield.co.uk/puppy-training

Ewelme Dog Fields & Training Academy
📍 South Oxfordshire, OX10 6PQ

06/05/2026

All courses are on the website ready for booking! https://www.ewelmedogfield.co.uk/edf-training-courses
Come join us and get training!