Tuesday 30 August 2011

Dog Advice Stall Vincent Street SW1 3rd September 2011

September 3rd, 2011

DOG ADVICE STALL @ ANNUAL GREAT COMMUNITES DAY 1pm-4pm

I have been asked to have a DOG ADVICE STALL by City West Homes in South Westminster during their ANNUAL GREAT COMMUNITIES DAY on Saturday.

I will be giving advice on all dog related behavioural and environmental issues' also I will be giving a demonstration on 'dog handling'.

Environmental Poop Bags will be given out, as well as access to water bowls for 'thirsty dogs'. Vouchers for FREE neutering/spaying of all Bull Breeds will be available and Advice will be offered on the positives of neutering/spaying your pet and local rescues that do low cost care.
NB: Mayhew Animal Home TrenMar Gardens London NW10 6BJ or check their website www.mayhewanimalhome.org - PROVIDE FREE NEUTERING/SPAYING OF ALL BULLBREEDS in London

I hope you will come along on Saturday, I Promise I am well trained and DO NOT BITE!!


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Sunday 7 August 2011

Dog Socialising Classes 6th August 2011 3pm

Saturday 6th August,2011

It was just the right weather for dogs - not too hot and not raining - We had three German Shepherds from a puppy to a eight year old in the class , beautiful dogs. Satchmo the pup was so happy to be chasing tails of his peers till he was firmly 'told off' by Cedar who had tolerated enough 'puppy play'. We walked round in pairs so I could 'observe' lead control - Thomas the German Spitz was trotting along nicely until he saw another dog (this was a problem his owner had - she said he was unpredictable with his behaviour towards other dogs). I demonstrated with Thomas - how to do the 'block' (using your left foot in front of the dog to block) stop and to relax the lead and using no verbal just 'lead control'.

When we reached the secure enclosure in Paddington Recreation Ground - dogs were let off (I was observing them all the time) while they interacted with each other. It is very important to observe your dog and study his body language and learn his behaviour pattern!

Dogs back on leads we then discussed individual issues that needed to be readdressed. For example with Satchmo his recall was excellent But he had very bad 'seperation anxiety' (which is probablly why his recall was so good) He didn't want to leave his owners side. I did suggest that maybe it would be a good idea to have a one to one at home so I could see his behaviour and what reactions his owner did when she left him alone. Benji the Maltese Terrier on the other hand was quite happy to be left alone for a few hours But his recall was 'when he was ready to come back' 'if' and 'what time'!!

Another 'Free time' off lead in the enclosure then 'doggy homework' given - it was going home time already!

Apologies for Absence Daisy and Millie the 'jack russells' Frank the Staffie, Cleo the Mixed Cross and Shadow the Husky.

Friday 5 August 2011

Dog Socialising Classes 6th August 2011 3pm

Dog Socialising Classes Paddington Recreation Grounds

6th, 13th and 20th August, 2011

Classes starting again at 3pm-4.30pm and we are all meeting by the cafe in Paddington Rec.  All Breeds welcome but NO extension leads please!!

We will be getting dogs and owners socialised in the first session, walking on leads to correct any pulling, and discussing diet, grooming and any 'anti social doggy behavioural issues' your dog may have.

We will also be practicing 'recall' and 'sit' and 'stay,

These classes are FREE and funded by the Wards of Queens Park and Harrow Road so take this opportunity to 'learn' using reward not punishment and also to socialise with other dogs and owners.

All queries to Crissie on 07949 523 710