It’s a common question I hear: “Is my dog aggressive, or just reactive?” On the surface, the behaviours may look similar like barking, lunging, growling but the motivation behind them…
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One of the most common questions I get asked as a trainer is: “How long should I be training my dog every day?” The simple answer is...less than you might…
Resource guarding is a natural canine behaviour that often causes concern for dog owners. At its core, it is a survival instinct,dogs protect things they find valuable, whether that’s food,…
As a dog trainer, one of the most common things I hear from clients is: "He just snapped out of nowhere." Or, "She was fine yesterday—what changed?"
More often than…
As dog owners, we often find ourselves puzzled when our usually calm, friendly dogs suddenly react out of character perhaps by barking, lunging, or completely shutting down. What many don’t…
As a dog trainer, one of the most common questions I get is whether dogs should “just sort it out themselves” when it comes to playing together. And while dogs…
In South Africa, dogs are more than just pets. They are protectors, companions, and part of our daily lives , from the suburbs to the townships, farms, and cities. But…
When people hear the word reactivity in dogs, the first thought that often comes to mind is aggression. A lunging dog, barking at another from across the street or growling…
When choosing a dog, many people focus on looks, size, or what’s trendy at the moment. However, one of the most important aspects to consider is the breed’s natural traits…
Working with dogs daily, I can’t stress enough how important it is to maintain consistent training with your dog.
Training doesn’t end after a few sessions,it’s a lifelong commitment. The…
As a dog trainer, I often focus on behaviour, training techniques, and socialisation, but there’s one key factor that can greatly influence your dog’s temperament, energy levels, and overall well-being,…
As a dog trainer, one of the most important lessons I teach my clients is how to read and interpret their dog’s body language. Dogs, like humans, have their own…