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I seem to have had an influx of puppies come in for training recently. This definitely helps keep my want for another down, as I can train other peoples pups! The want to cuddle them all is so strong! But I have to be stronger. Teaching a puppy not to go and say hello...
Are you trying to take things to fast with your dog? Trying to run before you can walk is never a good idea when it comes to dog training. A dog will not take in all the information you require it to, if you push it to hard. Instead, set aside 10-15 minute sessions as...
Why is everything always so chaotic? Life in general is so busy! We all need to take a leaf out of a dogs book, get some exercise, eat some food and enjoy life to the full! If we don't, we will miss the most important parts. I am the first person to tell my clients...
What is your why for training your dog? or more importantly, what is your why for getting a dog in the first place? When you can honestly answer that, you can then dig deep in to your training and make a full plan to move forward with, to help combat any issues you...
I have had a very stressful day today and I needed to get this written down, if i can help just one person with this I will be happy. As pet owners, we put our trust in to our vets to care for our animals just as much as we do. Well today for me, made me question...
The correct position and timing for corrections
This weekend, Harry and I went to see a Gundog trainer in Leicester to see what I could learn from him. We went primarily for me, to observe and shadow his training sessions and his board and train dogs. Harry did also benefit from this as well though. I have wanted...
Today I embarked on a walk to start my preparations for my Yorkshire 3 peaks hike in July. I took this time to listen to a couple of podcasts from some amazing dog trainers, so I could learn as I walk. My aim this year is to learn as much as I can, from as many people...
Choosing to own a dog is a very big decision, Choosing the right breed is an even more important one! Think about your family life, your day to day activities. The time you have available to put into the training and proper care for the breed you choose. Do you love...
Hi all, I have decided that on a daily basis I am going to start writing a Dog trainers blog, kind of like a day in the life of a dog trainer, come informative type thing. I will be covering a number of topics on a weekly basis as in depth as I can manage for you. If...
Today is day one of me taking my own advice in small doses. I am now taking Mondays as an admin day so that I can keep on top of everything. My intention is to carve out some time for my own dogs as well as do a weekly blog, so here goes..... I have a huge stack of...
So, as I write this, I am sat on the sofa, in my pjs, with my dogs surrounding me, with butterflies in my stomach! I have some serious imposter syndrome from time to time when it comes to the job I do! Regularly I think... 'who do I think I am?' 'can I really do...
As a lot of people may be aware by now, wags n woofs will be relocating in the coming months. This means unfortunately we will be closing the business in our current location. This all happened very quick for us, even though we have talked about it a lot in the past....
We are now working on a doggy Christmas advent calendar for your gorgeous pooches Keep your eyes peeled on our facebook page for updates. http://www.facebook.com/wagsnwoofs2 Feel free to contact us for more information and how to order
In these confusing and uncertain times our dogs may become a little confused as to why we are home all day, why they are not getting the exercise that they are used to and when things will go back to normal. It is important to keep your dog mentally as well as...
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