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Kibble or Treats for Training? My Thoughts as a Dog Trainer
One of the most common questions I hear from owners is:
"Should I use treats for training, or can I just use my dog's normal food?"
The short answer is: both can work.
However, as with many things in dog training, the answer is not always that simple.

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What Dog Socialisation Really Means
“Socialisation” is one of the most commonly used words in the dog world — and unfortunately also one of the most misunderstood.
Many people believe socialising a dog simply means letting them meet as many other dogs and people as possible. In reality, proper socialisation is not about quantity of interactions, but about helping a dog learn that the world is safe, predictable, and manageable.

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Fireworks & Dogs: How to Prepare for a Stress-Free Night
While fireworks might bring joy to some people, they often bring fear, confusion, and stress to our dogs. The loud bangs, bright flashes, and unpredictability can overwhelm even the calmest dogs — especially if they're unprepared.

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Medications use during dog rehabilitation (behaviour modification)
Veterinary medications can play a significant role in dog behavior modification training

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Recall and Off-Leash manners
Do you know how dangerous it could be if your dog is off-leashed without recall and obedience?

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6 mistakes to lead to a failed training
Throughout my years in the field of dog training, I have encountered countless individuals with various misconceptions and mistakes...

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Puppy Life Skills: What Should Your Puppy Learn First?
Discover the essential life skills every puppy should learn before tricks. From focus and recall to loose-lead walking, leave it and settling, learn how positive, reward-based training can help your puppy grow into a confident and well-mannered dog.

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Dog Ear Cleaning Guide: How to Keep Your Dog’s Ears Healthy & Infection-Free
When owners think about dog care, ears are often forgotten — until there is a problem.
Your dog’s ears are not only important for hearing but also play a major role in balance, communication, and overall comfort.
Because of the shape of a dog’s ear canal (which is much deeper and more curved than ours), moisture, wax, allergens, and debris can become trapped more easily, increasing the risk of irritation and infection.

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