Whats On
Author: Colin Rose
Vizsla – From Problem dog to Therapy dog
Bodza had quite a few behaviour problems, but came through in the end
It was nice to see you at racecourse yesterday, I’m so sorry I could not get out of the car to say hello but I was really happy to see you! I never really had a chance to say Thank You for all your work and support you gave me … Continued
The dog that doesn’t like going for walks
A testimonial from a client whose dog didn't like going for walks.
Badger, a retired racing greyhound joined our family 15 months ago. His transition from being a kennelled, racing dog to a domestic pet went well and he quickly began to enjoy the benefits of retirement. Like many greyhounds … Continued
Training a mouthing staffie
A testimonial from a client who had a staffie with a mouthing habit. The dog was not at all aggressive but needed to learn not to bite! She is now a big softie.
After initial reservations and lots of research about buying a Staffordshire Bull Terrier I found a breeder in Exeter. Unfortunately … Continued
Dog obsessed with sheep and badger holes
Testimonial from a client whose dog was obsessed with sheep and badger holes. The dog's recall is now much improved with reward based training.
My Rescue Terrier – cross, Tigger was obsessed with sheep and Badger holes, having to be dug out a couple of times in the past. Our walks … Continued
Building the confidence of a timid dog
A testimonial of a client who I helped to building the confidence of their timid dog who used to bark and lunge at other dogs while on the lead.
Rosie, my 2 year old Yellow Lab, was always quite wary of other dogs and some people.
She would bark, lunge and pull towards them when on lead. … Continued
Training a dog to stop chasing sheep (including video)
Colin trained my sight hound to stop chasing sheep
I have a whippet named Jess, she is a sight hound and sight hounds were originally bred to hunt by sight and so they instinctively chase moving objects.
We bought Jess at 6 months old and a few months after we bought her she started … Continued
Training a rescue dog from Serbia
A testimonial from a client who needed help training their rescue dog who kept running away! Earlier this year I rescued an adorable collie/retriever cross from Serbia who had been abandoned and clearly suffered from neglect and malnutrition. Needless to say, her behavioural problems left a lot to be desired, none of which were her … Continued
Dog trained not to pull on the lead
This is Nala a 16 week Cocker spaniel x who had been to puppy class, but pulled like a steam train when she was out on the lead.
Once I had explained to the owner why dogs pull on the lead and we introduced the clicker so that our reward timing was better Nala never looked back. This is after … Continued
Dog agility – Jane and Echo crack the weave!
Watch Jane and Echo crack the weave at dog agility!
Well done Jane. Caroline with be jealous!