Confessions from the caution kennels

I often hear it’s really hard to rehome a dog from rescue, especially in the UK. So here I am giving you some tips on how to write an application form that will get you noticed and at the top of the least for new dogs coming up for adoption.

A follow up from my recent post regarding working with extreme behaviours in rescue and why a gentle approach will always be my way to go.

It can be hard to get on the same page when you and your partner come from very different backgrounds or have different ideas when it comes to raising dogs. On this episode I’ll be taking through some ways to help navigate conflict.

Where we start in our training journeys is going to look so different. When we work with different genetics, histories and ages, the first steps are going to be coming from so many different directions.

Ever feel like you are doing it wrong? Lack motivation? Or generally feel a bit deflated. You are not alone.

I avoid aversive tools and in this episode I’ll talk about why I respect those who choose to do the same.

Ever felt disappointed when your dog doesn’t respond the way you hoped when you do the right thing? You are not alone.

We often feel accountable for the feelings of the ones we love and are responsible for. But we can’t control the way others feel, we just need to be there for them.

I know you want me to say yes, but is that actually the truth? Let’s look at what life might look like in the future of our reactive dogs.

I often talk about making walks more constructive and upping enrichment. But how can this help our reactive dogs?