How to keep your dog safe in the cold weather?
Yes its true, there are a lot of dangers when it comes to the cold for dogs, the same as it is for us humans. Unless you've got a double...
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Shannon Fry
6 days ago1 min read
Does my dogs breed restrict me in what i can do with them?
In short, no. Unless your dog unfortunately has some physical aspects which would restrict them from doing activities then there's no...
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Shannon Fry
Nov 102 min read
Maybe i'm not the right professional for you.
This blog can both be something to hit home for pet professionals themselves, or a direction to our clients or future clients out there....
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Shannon Fry
Nov 93 min read
Why ensuring your dog isn't overweight is so important...
With us as humans if we are severely overweight or underweight then we generally see an array of health problems and sometimes even...
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Shannon Fry
Nov 82 min read
Should dog owners have to take a course in canine behaviour and body language?
There will be a huge divide when it comes to this post, as with anything some will agree and some wont. As a dog trainer, even in my...
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Shannon Fry
Nov 73 min read
Training the dog in front of you vs training via breed traits.
Now for a very long time i was pro 'train the dog in front of you', and while i still believe this, the longer i am a dog trainer the...
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Shannon Fry
Nov 64 min read
Uncovering the Playful Secrets: Exploring Canine Behavior Through the Joy of Play
Playtime is not just a fun diversion for dogs; it is crucial for their growth and behavior. Understanding how and why our furry friends...
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Shannon Fry
Nov 52 min read
How this season may be affecting your dogs...
As the darker days draw in you mind find your dog is starting to act a little bit strange. They may be more scatty or anxious than...
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Shannon Fry
Nov 42 min read
We are all human...
As dog trainers, sitters and walkers you find that a lot of people forget that you are still human and not just work horses. While yes we...
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Shannon Fry
Oct 242 min read
Is a Dalmatian for you? Here’s some things you should know
Commonly asked questions about Dalmatians and the quick answer guide from a Dalmatian owner and dog trainer - What should I feed my...
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Shannon Fry
Oct 112 min read
Experience isn't everything...
Now this may go in a different direction to what you’re expecting to read, but this post isn’t about pet professionals. This is about the...
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Shannon Fry
Oct 82 min read
What do we mean when us trainers say 'Socialisation'?
In the training industry some words may have a slightly different industry. When we say 'socialisation' we dont necessarily mean...
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Shannon Fry
Sep 281 min read
Can i do too much with my dog?
The same with us as humans, dogs need breaks and time off. If not the stress can keep adding and adding before something causes a...
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Shannon Fry
Sep 273 min read
Taking care of the facilities you use.
Whether you are a pet owner or a pet professional it is extremely important that when you hire or rent a venue, that we take care of it!...
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Shannon Fry
Sep 215 min read
What i would look for in a dog walker, as a dog walker?
As most of us know, unfortunately the dog industry is unregulated. Whether you're a trainer, walker or sitter there are no legal...
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Shannon Fry
Sep 213 min read
Should I let my child walk my dog alone?
While there is no legal age limitation to children being able to walk the family dog there are PLENTY of reasons that I believe a child...
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Shannon Fry
Sep 162 min read
A bad experience doesn’t have to be a defining one.
Meilla here unfortunately was attacked a month or two ago by a larger dog, the attack was severe and she had to have several stitches and...
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Shannon Fry
Aug 261 min read
Is your dogs weight affecting their behaviour?
Now this is something that should really be a bit of common sense, its the same with us humans. If we are carrying a bit too much weight...
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Shannon Fry
Aug 252 min read
How where your home location may be affecting your dog...
Its easy for us to choose where we want to live by the lifestyle we want to live through. You may be an active social person who thrives...
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Shannon Fry
Jul 312 min read
Understand, Connect, Empathize: How Dog Training Can Help Develop Empathy in Unexpected Ways
Empathy is a powerful emotional skill that fosters connection and understanding, not only among humans but also with our furry...
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