Taking a ball on your dog walk, yes or no?
More and more, we’re noticing on our walks, that a lot of the dogs we see are ball obsessed. Is this a new thing? I’m sure it didn’t used to be this way – or maybe it’s since the invention … Continued
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
Introducing a puppy to a multi dog household.
I thought it might be useful to share my experience of introducing Hobson, our English setter puppy, into my multi dog household. We lost Lola, our 14 and a half year old English setter back in July 2017, so our … Continued
What have I done?
OMG what have I done?! This is how everyone feels the first few days after they get a new dog. Rescue dog, puppy, we all feel the same. Some people might not say it, but it’s never plain sailing. Life … 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