Since setting up our Online Academy, we've met more and more dog owners who have struggled to apply for an assistance dog, or have failed...

It’s fairly standard to assume that not all people will get along with each other. Some people clash, perhaps because they have different...

With such long waiting lists for assistance dogs from registered charities, it’s no wonder many people consider whether they could train...

Struggling with lead walking? Discover why dogs pull on the lead, how to teach loose lead walking, and the power of lead pressure training t

By Naomi White

We love to watch our dogs enjoy their walks, running through the fields and burning off their energy. But this can soon turn to panic...

Using your dog's natural behaviours to train him The first step is to identify what your dog finds naturally motivating. Everything in...

Owning a dog isn’t always the idyllic dream we wish it was, it takes hard work and commitment in many ways, and training your dog can be...

Many dogs become skilled thieves, they know how to steal food off worktops, tables or out on walks. It’s often not exclusive to food, it...

So it’s firework season. For many dog owners, it’s a dreaded time of year. For every firework that lights up the sky, their dog is...

Training Solutions Come join our Online Academy KIDS CLUB with lots of easy to follow video tutorials aimed at children aged 4+. Giving...

Puppies are adorable. They’re cute, silly, mischievous and endless fun, but it’s not long before those little needle-sharp teeth start to...

Being aware of the Ladder of Aggression and dog communication is vital for every dog owner, but it’s even more crucial if you live with a...

(Credit to Kendal Shepherd for her published work) Many of us will confidently say our dog would NEVER bite. Even people who own reactive...

The phrase ‘residential training’ comes with a stigma attached. A quick Google search brings up numerous articles stating all the...

I have 3 cats and 8 dogs of my own, so have introduced cats to dogs and dogs to cats many times over the years. If you've brought home a...

Owning a dog who jumps up at people can be one of the most embarrassing and frustrating challenges in dog ownership. It’s such a common...

What’s more important to your dog … You? Or other dogs? People get so caught up on the idea that their dog needs lots of ‘dog friends’ in...

F inding a puppy from a good breeder is no easy task. Earlier this year the UK Government passed new legislation regarding the sale of...

Do you ever feel like all you do is bribe your dog with food? You want him to come to you so you grab a tasty treat and wave it around...

Motivating the unmotivated dog When you talk to people about reward-based training, the mention of food rewards often sparks the question...

How do we properly socialise a puppy when the world is in lockdown? Anyone with a new puppy will probably be very aware of the...

We are all too aware of the lasting impacts Covid-19 will have on every aspect of our lives. But have you considered the impact it could...