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07/10/2024 Training Is Your Dog Really Bored? Understanding Your Dog’s Behaviour in Training
We've all been there. You're in a training class, your dog's not quite on the ball and you say: "Oh,...
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25/09/2024 Training Getting to know Office Administrator, Louise Rodda
Some of you might have already met our Office Administratior, Louise.. It's always nice to know a little more...
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25/09/2024 Potter Paws Blog Getting to know our Saturday Assistant, Lee Swain
Whether you have already met our new Saturday Assistant, Lee, or have yet to have them assist you in our shop,...
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23/09/2024 Training Dog-on-Dog Interactions: What to Avoid and Encourage
Whether you're out for a stroll in the park or introducing a new pup to your household, understanding dog-on-dog...
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16/09/2024 Training A Tale from the Beach: Understanding Dog Behaviour
Have you ever found yourself in a sticky situation with your furry friend and felt a bit embarrassed about their...
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05/09/2024 Training Training Your Dog: Why It's More Than Just an Hour a Week
How much time do you spend a week training your dog? Ever wonder if it’s enough? Don't worry – I'm...
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29/08/2024 Training When It's Not Just About Training: The Role of Emotions in Dog Behaviour
Do you remember, before doggy parenthood, dreaming of picture-perfect walks where your furry friend would trot happily...
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22/08/2024 Training Why My Dogs Aren't Perfect (And Why That's Okay!)
There's this widespread belief that dog trainers' dogs should be impeccably behaved, never putting a paw out of...
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01/08/2024 Training Reactivity: Understanding and Managing Your Dog's Big Emotions  
First things first, let's clear the air about what reactivity actually is. Put simply, it's when your dog has a...
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28/07/2024 Training The Rollercoaster of Dog Training: Embracing the Ups and Downs
  Do you sometimes feel a bit down about your dog's progress? Maybe you compare your furry friend to those...
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