Previous Dog Syndrome
Have you suffered from previous dog syndrome (PDS)? I certainly have and It’s common and comes in several forms. Our relationship and how we relate to our current dog is influenced by our experiences in the past. Our previous dogs … Continued
Behaviour modification – is it magic?
No, unfortunately it’s not magic, however, if it’s done right, it can be life-changing, for you and your dog. Let’s be clear from the start, when we’re working with anxious, reactive dogs – the ‘training’ we are doing is nothing … Continued
Enrichment activities-are we doing too much of the wrong stuff?
I should start by saying that I do loads of enrichment, I probably own every active feeder ever designed, from the snakey ones, to the ones for really clever dogs, to the chewy and bouncy ones and I use them … Continued
It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey
If you’re an owner of a reactive or anxious dog you probably worry about the kind of life your dog will have. You may feel like you aren’t doing enough or worry that your dog is missing out on having … Continued
Why we don’t do residential training…
Why we don’t do residential training at Dog Comm. I’ve been asked dozens of times if I would take a nervous, shy or anxious dog into my home with my 5 well adjusted dogs. People think it will be good … Continued
Amber Batson seminar, Sept 5th 2017 ‘To vet or not to vet – that is the question’
Amber Batson Seminar on Tuesday 5th September 2017 Held at Dog Communication, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 4EJ £70 per person Dog Communication are thrilled to host Vet and behaviourist Amber Batson for a presentation for dog owners on recognising ill health … Continued
Dog Comm are on the move!
Dog Comm are on the move! from the 1st of May we’ll be at Priory Farm just outside of Redhill. We’re incredibly excited to be moving here and having our very own space. The field and parking are being sorted out at … Continued
Sarah Fisher is coming back to Dog Comm with TTouch workshop.
We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome back Sarah Fisher to Dog Comm, with her amazing intro to TTouch workshop. Here’s just some of the comments from last year’s participants: “Accessible and fun way of teaching about how our companion animals can … Continued
The Trials and Tribulations of a Teenage Dog
I’m living with my second adolescent puppy in two years and I’m filled with empathy for our clients as puppies of this age are really hard work! The toilet training and bitey stage seems a piece of cake compared with … Continued