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Dog Trainer Norfolk – Self-Control, the very best kind!

April 28th, 2024 (No Comments)

Dog Trainer Norfolk Self-Control, the very best kind! Encouraging a dog to develop self-control boosts his confidence in a really positive way. On the whole, living in our world with us, our dog’s need to follow our lead and defer to our decisions about things. However, by developing self-control in key areas of their lives […]

Fear of other dogs! . . . dog training norwich

June 14th, 2023 (No Comments)

Fear of other dogs . . . dog training norwich Lots of dogs have a fear of other dogs, it’s a very common problem! Some dogs dislike big dogs, some will target small dogs. I met one dog who specifically didn’t like black Labradors . . . and some dogs just don’t like any other […]

Aggression towards other dogs! . . dog training norfolk

February 14th, 2023 (No Comments)

Aggression towards other dogs is the most common problem that I am asked out to help people resolve. In the wolf pack ritualised displays of dominance and submission are implemented by the pack to enable safe cohabitation. Essentially the alpha wolves display dominance and the subordinate wolves display submission and everyone feels safe to carry […]

Dog walking to heel . . . dog trainer norwich

November 14th, 2022 (No Comments)

For many a dog owner, there is no greater joy, than heading out into the wider-world with their dog walking to heel! Dog Listening is all about gaining the chosen cooperation of your dog. There is no use of force, gadgets or gizmos. Heading out into the wider – more challenging – world is a […]

Dog food! . . . dog training classes norwich

July 14th, 2022 (No Comments)

A wolf’s prey can be over 10 times his own size and capable of inflicting serious injury and even death. The process of bringing down this large prey – bison, elk, moose and caribou – involves teamwork, coordination and skill. When they have made a kill the Alpha wolves will feed first, underlining primacy and […]

Dog Training Norwich – It’s a dog’s (and cat’s) life

February 4th, 2022 (No Comments)

Dog Training Norwich Its a dog’s (and cat’s) life It is perfectly possible for many dogs and cats to coexist in harmony! Even a dog who is showing aggression towards cats or a cat who is fearful of dogs, can be taught to remain calm and exhibit self-control in each other’s company. We need to […]

Dog Trainer Norfolk – Stress-free pets?

November 26th, 2021 (No Comments)

Dog Trainer Norfolk Stress-free pets? The well-being of our companions, is intrinsically linked with our own. Being well is not only good for us, it also has a profound effect on those around us. A truly holistic approach to the resolution of behavioural issues, means understanding the impact that we all have on each other. […]

Playing with dogs . . . dog training norwich

April 20th, 2021 (No Comments)

Playing with dogs . . . dog training norwich Playing with dogs is a really good way to exercise them. It’s socially bonding and by deciding when you will play and how long you will play for, you consistently reconfirm yourself as Pack Leader. Many of the dogs that I am asked out to help […]

Are we safe?

January 14th, 2021 (No Comments)

For many dogs the Postman is a great success story; the Postman comes to the house, the dog barks, the Postman goes away again – result! Anything the Postman leaves behind is likely to be dispatched as well (they don’t understand that you actually want your mail!) and once again the dog has succeeded in […]

The importance of patience

September 8th, 2020 (No Comments)

As a Dog Listener, I visit people in their homes to help them resolve problem behaviour with their dogs. I help people to understand the importance of achieving leadership in the house and garden first, before heading out into the wider – and potentially more challenging – world. How you interact with a dog when […]