The Muzzle's Off Supreme Tails

Puppy classes are awesome when done right and through a good source, but are they enough? Is it about you or your puppy?

The dog's lead doesn't have to be your enemy. No- harnesses don't make your dog pull and there is no one size fits all. Assess all your goals, your dogs temperament and work with your trainer for the perfect outcome for you! You walks don't have to be a fight with your dog, full of corrections or just bribing with treats, there is so much to it!

When getting a dog or thinking about the addition of a new family member, do you think about the relationship you will have. So many terms are thrown around, between 'Alpha' to 'Pack Leader', it is so interesting to then hear 'Mum' or 'Dad'... We as trainers definitely take the parent approach, let's guide our dogs and help them in this human wired world, show them how to handle and be, not expect and punish! Labels... Balanced trainers... Lima.... Positive Reinforcement..... C...

Warning- Breed Stereotypes Included! Don't worry, these are powerful and amazing insights in to being prepared for some of the areas your new family member will surprise you! Did you do your breed research before committing to your dog joining your family? Have you taken the time to get to know who your dog actually is? Not a concept we often think about, we focus on training basic obedience and potty training, but remember, dogs have hobbies too, let's embrace them! Being 'best friends'...