I have been working with these two gorgeous French Bulldogs recently.  Both from the same litter with one being very poorly at birth so was a little delayed in her development.  All common puppy problems covered – toilet training, mouthing, chewing, jumping, walking on leash and recall.  They were an utter pleasure to work with.…

I am currently supporting the Yellow Dog Project.  If you see a dog with a Yellow Ribbon or something yellow like a leash or collar – this means the dog needs some space.  Please do not approach this dog or allow your dog to run up and greet them. Credit: www.TheYellowDogProject.com To follow up or…

When you decide you want help with your dog’s behaviour, it is important to hire a Fully Accredited Dog Trainer.  Whatever organisation you decide to go with, make sure your trainer only uses ethical training methods where no force or punishment will be used to train your dogs.  Isabelle is a Full Member of the…

I have been working with a lovely puppy recently who was bought from a puppy farm.  Unfortunately, the puppy wasn’t socialised with humans and is very frightened of all humans.  Now the family who have brought him home have a lot of work to do in rehabilitating this fearful puppy and integrate him into family…

I always advise my clients to leash up when the see a dog on leash.  Remember, the dog is on a leash for a reason – it may be because they are fearful or reactive, in training, a puppy, a rescue or perhaps a disabled or elderly dog.  If you see a dog on leash…

Here are five Doodles in a Row.  You can see all the generations here from an F1 down to a F6 – they are regular visitors for Day Care at Ringwood Dogs and always a pleasure to have. To follow up or make an appointment or find out more information about Ringwood Dogs, Ashley Heath…

Dog theft is unfortunately on the rise.  I always advise my clients to not leave your dog unattended at any time.  This means do not leave them tied up outside a shop or leave them in the garden unattended when you are not at home.  Finally, when they are off leash in an open area,…

Food is just another tool in training and is most commonly used as a reinforcer in positive reinforcement.  If you use the food reinforcer wisely, you’ll soon only be using it as a random reward once a new behaviour is trained. You’ll also be introducing alternative rewards like play and occasionally praise too if your…