by ABB Team 1 | Oct 15, 2016 | Training Tips, Uncategorized
It is that time of the year again. Fireworks, sparklers, scary masks and costumes are signs that autumn is well on its way and winter not far off. Halloween and Bonfire night are fun events for many of us; but many dogs and cats are acutely distressed by the sights...
by ABB Team 1 | Oct 5, 2016 | Training Tips, Uncategorized
Barking is a dog’s natural method of communication. However, if a dog barks for a long time it may cause problems for the owners with the neighbours complaining. A dog that barks constantly may lead to the local authority serving a noise abatement notice on the...
by ABB Team 1 | Aug 15, 2016 | Training Tips, Uncategorized
Bridget is a lovely, gentle and very loving Staffy adopted from a rescue centre by her devoted owners. Her history is unknown, but her owners quickly discovered that she found it very difficult to be left alone in the house. I was introduced to Bridget after she had...
by ABB Team 1 | Jul 16, 2016 | Training Tips, Uncategorized
A blur of golden coloured cocker spaniel launched itself off the sofa as I entered. It was an exuberant and noisy welcome from Digby! Digby has bitten all members of his family, causing wounds that required medical attention. He growls and snaps if anyone attempts to...
by ABB Team 1 | Jul 7, 2016 | Training Tips, Uncategorized
Buck is very large, beautiful, 18 month old German Shepherd. He possesses a very loud bark, deep growl and a seemingly excessive number of teeth, all of which greeted me as I entered the house. His owner, Mary, had asked me to help with his behaviour towards her Gran,...
by ABB Team 1 | Jun 23, 2016 | Training Tips, Uncategorized
Many of my clients worry about the quantity of treats they are expected to give their dog when carrying out behaviour modification or manners training. It is true that positive, reward-based training relies on food as the main motivator particularly in the early...
