The Science of Adolescence in Dogs
April 12, 2024
The Adolescent Brain The ‘teenage’ months are well documented and commonly experienced phenomenon. It can be hard, hard work, but...
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Barley’s Tails on His Agility Journey
April 12, 2024
Hello! Let me introduce myself. My name is Barley but also go by the names of Barley Baby, Barley Stay,...
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From Frantic to Focused: Four top tips to calm your dog down
March 4, 2024
Do you own a fizzy dog? The kind of dog that spots something exciting and goes completely deaf? Or maybe...
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How to keep your tree and dog safe this Christmas
December 8, 2023
If the idea of putting the Christmas tree up fills you with dread, and you find yourself worrying how your...
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Puppy’s First Christmas
December 1, 2023
Christmas is a magical time, and what is more magical than expanding your family to enjoy a new furry bundle...
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Top tips and troubleshooting for impulse control
November 20, 2023
Impulse control, or self-control is useful in almost every situation, from calmly waiting to be hooked on the lead before...
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What is a dog secure field?
November 13, 2023
So what is a dog secure field and who does it work well for? Firstly, a secure field is exactly...
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Muzzle training your dog
November 6, 2023
Last week we got the updated government guidance of what the ban on the XL Bully “type” would look like...
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Five Top Tips for Dealing with Distractions
October 30, 2023
We have seen lots of dogs over recent years whose owners think they have a recall or a loose lead...
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The Grieving Process When Losing a Dog
October 24, 2023
The Grieving Process When Losing a Dog: Navigating Heartbreak Losing Stanley in July has bought up a lot of stuff...
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5 Reasons why dogs are good for nurturing mental well-being
October 12, 2023
Introduction: Dogs have long been known as man's best friend, providing companionship, loyalty, and unconditional love. Beyond the joy and...
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Balancing Self Care and Dog Training Top Tips
October 6, 2023
Introduction Training your dog is an incredibly rewarding experience but it can also be challenging and exhausting. As a dog...
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Combatting Imposter Syndrome When Training Your Teenage Dog
September 22, 2023
Combatting Imposter Syndrome When Training Your Teenage Dog Imposter syndrome is a psychological pattern where individuals doubt their accomplishments and...
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Choosing The Right Dog Breed For Your Family
September 22, 2023
A short guide for helping you choose the right breed for your family. Bringing a new furry friend into your...
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Top Tips for enjoying a happy holiday with your hound
August 3, 2023
How to have a relaxing holiday with your dog. Holidays are a time to relax, explore new places, and make...
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Puppies and children
June 14, 2023
Welcoming a new puppy in a home with children can be an exciting time, but its not always a match...
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How to choose a good dog walker
June 12, 2023
Many of us lead busy lives, working longer hours and whilst we love our canine companions if we are honest...
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Warm weather awareness
May 16, 2023
The heat is on! Top tips to keep your dog cool in warm weather. Dogs, with their thick coats don’t...
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7 common reasons why your dog may be struggling to lose weight
May 5, 2023
Neutering There are many health benefits to spaying or castrating your dog and I recommend this for the vast majority...
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O no not fox poo!
April 28, 2023
As a dog owner I bet you have said that a few times! We have all been there having a...
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Five things that SAVED MY RELATIONSHIP with my adolescent dog
April 11, 2023
Bumble is very nearly 18 months old now, and it feels as though he is (touch wood) turning into a...
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Top tips for toilet training your puppy
April 6, 2023
Toilet training a puppy is an important part of their early development, and some new owners can find it challenging....
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Top tips for a calm and safe Easter
March 30, 2023
The Easter weekend is probably one of my most favourite through the year. I love the fact it is so...
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Top tips to stop your dog from jumping up
March 23, 2023
Probably one of the most frequent behaviours that we are asked about – how do I stop my dog jumping...
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A guide to choosing a home boarder or a house sitter for your dog when on holiday
March 16, 2023
So, with summer just around the corner it’s the time of year when we get inundated with enquiries regarding home...
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Preventing Separation Anxiety-How to help puppies cope with being home alone
March 6, 2023
It takes time for our puppies to be comfortable with being left on their own, even for short periods. We...
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Top Tips To Help With Puppy Biting
February 27, 2023
Help-my puppy is a land shark. Top tips to support you and your puppy through the painful teething stage. Welcoming...
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What is agility all about?
February 20, 2023
Agility is the formula one of dog sports – fast, furious, but still controlled (most of the time!). The sport...
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7 Top Tips for Revolutionary Recall Success
February 13, 2023
A solid recall can be a tricky thing to train, but it is super important if we want our dogs...
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Finding your puppy hard work? You’re not alone
February 6, 2023
It’s not something we will admit easily, but sometimes bringing home your puppy can leave you questioning what you’ve done....
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Six Top Tips for Loose Lead Walking Success
January 30, 2023
Before we start I want to take time to acknowledge how difficult loose lead walking is. It’s a really tough...
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7 Top Tips for New Puppy Owners
January 23, 2023
7 Top Tips for New Puppy Owners It’s really worthwhile getting ready before you bring your new puppy home. If...
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8 Top Tips for Choosing a Puppy
January 16, 2023
8 Top Tips for choosing a puppy! Have you decided to add a furry new addition to your family? Congratulations!...
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Mantrailing in Dorset – what you need to know!
January 9, 2023
Mantrailing is one of the best dog sports you can do in Dorset. Teaching your dog to find 'missing people'...
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Want the best advice for puppy socialisation?
January 3, 2023
Want the best advice for socialisation? Don’t wait until they have finished their vaccinations to get them outside! Seriously, the...
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Spotting the red flags on social media when searching for a dog trainer
November 21, 2022
How to choose a dog trainer It’s really normal when facing training or behaviour challenges to get frustrated and be...
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5 Top Tips For A Calm Dog At Christmas
November 15, 2022
5 Top Tips For Christmas. Many of us absolutely love Christmas and all that it brings – decorating, a constant...
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Fun in the sun
July 15, 2021
Keeping your dogs entertained at home in hot weather can be tricky but a missed walk is better than a...
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Are you bored yet? 5 dog enrichment ideas to keep them busy
January 20, 2021
Enrichment comes in many forms and we have a HUGE stash of boxes in our garage and they get filled with all sorts of left over cardboard, toilet roll holders, newspaper and treats.
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What’s is the key thing about being a dog trainer?
December 14, 2020
People will always remember how you made them feel, this for me, is a key thing about being a dog...
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Who is Nando Brown?
March 4, 2020
Who is Nando Brown? Nando Bown makes up one third of the absolutely awesome School Of Canine Science. Who...
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Who is Adam Delderfield?
February 28, 2020
Who is Adam Delderfield...? I first came across Adam on the Pet Professional Network. I was really inspired by his...
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Who is Kamal Fernandez?
February 20, 2020
Who is Kamal Fernandez? Head trainer and owner of Kamal Fernandez Dog Training, Kamal Fernandez, has over 27 years experience...
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Freeeeezin in February
February 20, 2020
Wowzers how on earth is it February already? Christmas seems so long ago and goodness its so very cold. I...
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How on earth is it November?!
November 18, 2019
How on earth is it November?! is it just me or has this year flown by? I have to admit...
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Welcome to Autumn
November 6, 2019
Ok so its not halloween yet but just like that summer seems so far away, the leaves are turning brown...
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Pawsome round up to end the summer
August 30, 2019
Hope you have all had a great bank holiday! What a way to end the summer! Hope your managed to...
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Welcome Emily
June 17, 2019
Emily Goddard has now rejoined the Hounds & Hooves team, some of you may remember her when she was part...
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Whats The Secret To Perfect Recall?
March 24, 2019
As I am sat here writing this I cant quite believe spring is on its way round again. This month...
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10 Things I LOVE about being a dog walker
June 15, 2017
1. I get to work with my best buddy EVERYDAY. I know it sounds like a cliche but it's true....
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