When the weather gets hot, many of us worry about how to keep our dogs happy without risking overheating. Walks become shorter, parks are quieter, and even the most energetic dogs can seem frustrated. The good news is that dogs don’t need hours of physical… Read More »Why Scent Work Is the Perfect Warm Weather Activity for Your Dog
I hear the most horrendous stories of well… blatant animal abuse from people, and some of their experiences with people calling themselves ‘trainers’ or ‘ behaviourists’, all labelled under the guise of ‘dog training or behaviour ’. The UK dog training and behaviour sector is… Read More »How to Find a Qualified Dog trainer or Behaviourist in an Unregulated Industry
I’m not a fan of using the word ‘owner’ when it comes to companion animals, for obvious reasons, so from here on in I’ll be calling you your dogs ‘Kahu’. Kahu = (Hawaiian) means a guardian, protector, caretaker, or steward, signifying a deep, spiritual bond… Read More »How Dogs Can Mirror Their Kahu’s Behaviour
A lot of people describe their dog as “just not a calm dog”.High energy. Always on the go. Can’t settle. The problem with that label is simple. Calm is not something a dog either has or doesn’t have. Calm is a behaviour. And like any… Read More »Why Calm Is a Skill, Not a Personality Trait
The Hidden Danger of “Just Saying Hello” We’ve all been there. You’re walking your dog down the street when another owner approaches with their friendly-looking pup. “Don’t worry, he’s friendly!” they call out as the dogs strain toward each other on their leads. It seems… Read More »On-Lead Greetings: Why They’re Risky & How to Protect Your Dog
What Were Dachshunds Bred For? Dachshunds might be small, but they were bred for serious work. Originally developed in Germany, their name means “badger dog” — and that’s exactly what they were designed to do: track and flush out burrowing animals like badgers and foxes.… Read More »Dachshunds and Scent Sport
A Client Success Story Sometimes the most profound transformations come wrapped in the smallest packages. Darwin, a miniature dachshund with a larger-than-life personality, recently shared his story with us – and it’s one that perfectly illustrates how the right approach can unlock a dog’s hidden… Read More »Darwin’s Journey: From Savage Sausage to Confident Canine
Adolescence in dogs is a bit like watching your sweet puppy morph into a stroppy teenager overnight. One minute, they’re listening, cuddly, eager to please. The next, it feels like you’ve moved in with a whirlwind of hormones, selective hearing, and wobbly decision-making. This stage… Read More »Surviving the Teenage Dog Years: Hormones, Growing Pains and the Road to Adulthood
A heartwarming client success story that shows the power of professional dog behaviour support. The Challenge Begins Meet Lana, a beautiful Rottweiler who came into her owner’s life at just 9 weeks old. Like many puppies, Lana was curious, playful, and eager to explore the… Read More »From Reactive to Relaxed: How One Rottweiler Overcame Her Fear of Children
We’ve all heard it countless times: “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” It’s one of those sayings that’s been passed down through generations, used to suggest that older dogs (and people!) are set in their ways and resistant to change. But here’s the… Read More »Can’t Teach an Old Dog New Tricks? Think Again!
