How to Choose A Dog Trainer
So you've decided to hire a trainer. You type in "trainers near me" in Google and a huge list appears. How on earth do you choose? What...
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Holly Leake
- Nov 22, 2021
- 9 min
How Much Exercise Does My Puppy Need?
Exercise is incredibly important for dogs and has many physical and mental benefits, however, how much exercise is too much? If you have...
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Holly Leake
- Nov 1, 2021
- 7 min
How Can Enrichment Calm My Puppy Down?
“Doesn’t matter how long I play with my puppy, he is never worn out!” “My Puppy is still full of beans after a long walk!” “He has so...
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Holly Leake
- Oct 25, 2021
- 6 min
5 Simple Ways To Prepare Your Puppy For Bonfire Night
If, like me, you have had a puppy this year, this bonfire night will likely be your puppy’s first. Therefore, it is the opportune time to...
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Holly Leake
- Oct 11, 2021
- 8 min
Bogged Down With Toilet Training
For some, toilet training can be an absolute breeze, but for others it can become a real nightmare. However, it doesn’t have to be a...
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Holly Leake
- Oct 5, 2021
- 7 min
Should You Leave Your Puppy to Cry?
“Don’t go to your puppy when they cry, they will never learn if you do”. “Your puppy has to learn to be alone.” “Let your puppy cry it...
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Holly Leake
- Jan 8, 2021
- 6 min
Do Dogs Feel Guilty?
Do dogs feel guilty? What do you think? I can almost hear you saying a firm yes, of course they do. But do they really? Well it's...
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Holly Leake
- May 19, 2020
- 5 min
Reactivity is Not a Choice!
“My dog is so naughty. Every time he sees a dog, he barks and lunges. It's so embarrassing!” “He knows he's being naughty, but he does it...
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Holly Leake
- May 9, 2020
- 8 min
Preventing Separation Anxiety After Lockdown
“Dogs can’t cope with what they don’t understand. Dogs will cope with what they do understand.”- Professor Daniel Mills We have spent the...
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Holly Leake
- Apr 20, 2020
- 11 min
“Don’t Worry He’s Friendly!” The difference between a friendly dog and a polite dog.
You have gotten up early to walk your dog. It’s lovely and quiet and you exhale with relief and begin to enjoy your walk with your dog....
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Holly Leake
- Apr 20, 2020
- 6 min
What Should You Look For in a Dog Walker, Sitter and Trainer?
What should you look for in a dog walker, sitter and trainer? Do they need to have experience or qualifications? If you are asking these...
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