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Summer Fun with Dogs

August 14, 2023 admin

In this blog post, we’re sharing ideas for having summer fun with dogs. It’s been a classic British summertime so…

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Posted in: Dog Training, Folkestone, Kids and Dogs Filed under: dog play, dog training, enrichment, family dog, hot dog, summer dog, summer fun with dogs

Transforming Paws and Minds: Dog Training in Shepway with Expert Care

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Every dog owner dreams of having a loyal and well-behaved furry companion who fits seamlessly into their lifestyle. However, achieving…

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Posted in: Dog Training Filed under: dog behaviour, dog training

Online Dog Training in Kent – Build a better relationship with your dog from the comfort of your own home

August 4, 2023 Dave Myers

Living in the beautiful county of Kent with your furry friend is a delightful experience. However, finding the right dog…

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Posted in: Dog Training, Folkestone, Puppy Training Filed under: anxious dogs, dog behaviour, dog training, folkestone, kent dog training, online dog training, puppy training, reactive dog

Dog Training in Folkestone – Building a Lifelong Bond with Your Canine Companion

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Are you a proud dog owner in Folkestone? Perhaps you’re facing some challenges in training your furry friend? Fret not!…

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Posted in: Dog Training, Folkestone Filed under: anxious dogs, dog behaviour, dog training, family dog, puppy, puppy training

Should I get a second dog?

July 17, 2023 admin

So you want to bring home a second dog. I hate to be the fun police, but you’ll want to…

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Posted in: Dog Training, Folkestone, Puppy Training Filed under: dog behaviour, dog life, dog training, family dog, multiple dogs, puppy, second dog

How do I stop my dog destroying stuff?

July 4, 2023 admin

Your dog destroying stuff can be stressful, frustrating and expensive! To solve this problem, you first need to look at…

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Posted in: Dog Training, Folkestone, Kids and Dogs, Puppy Training Filed under: destructive behaviour, destructive dog, dog behaviour, dog destroying stuff, dog training, family dog, puppy, puppy training

How do I stop my dog counter surfing?

July 3, 2023 admin

Why is my dog counter surfing? If they’ve not had any prior training not to do so, all dogs will…

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Posted in: Dog Training, Folkestone, Puppy Training Filed under: counter surfing, dog behaviour, dog counter surfing, dog training, family dog, puppy, stealing food

Digging

June 26, 2023 admin

Why do dogs enjoy digging? Mostly, it’s just really fun and a normal, natural dog behaviour. Some dogs will dig…

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Posted in: Dog Training, Puppy Training Filed under: digging, dog behaviour, dog training, enrichment, family dog

Dog begging for food

June 19, 2023 admin

No mysteries here, your dog begging for food is because our food is tasty and they want it. That’s it.…

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Posted in: Dog Training, Puppy Training Filed under: begging, dog begging, dog training

Is playing fetch bad for my dog?

June 12, 2023 admin

It’s a classic game to play with your dog. You throw the ball, they bring it back. What’s not to…

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Posted in: Dog Training, Folkestone, Puppy Training Filed under: ball games, dog behaviour, dog health, dog play, dog training, enrichment, fetch, reactive dog, retrieving

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Get a puppy + take them to puppy class= well behav Get a puppy + take them to puppy class= well behaved adult dog. Right? Eh, nah not really 🤷

Taking your puppy to classes can certainly be helpful, but it really isn't a guarantee of the dog you'll have at two years old. In fact, if you've got a puppy who is especially sensitive or worried, one who is extra boisterous, one who is already struggling with being on the lead around other dogs… basically if your puppy is anything but the average, textbook puppy (who we already know is actually pretty rare) puppy classes may not be helpful at all. 

A poorly ran puppy class can make those issues even worse that they already are. Even well ran classes are not the right thing for lots of pups.

A few years back, I ran puppy classes myself. At least one pup in each cohort couldn't cope and we had to switch to one to ones after the first class. In hindsight, there was at least two others in each class who struggled, but I didn't know what I know now to call it at the time. 

And that's why I don't run puppy classes nowadays. It is nigh on impossible to tailor a class to meet the needs of a group of essentially babies when there is such huge variety within our dogs. If I create a class with a sociable, bouncy cockerpoo puppy in mind, that's not going to be the right fit for a worried little miniature dachshund pup, or an independent minded husky. In a previous life,  created activities for actual human babies and there were less factors to think than with a puppy class! 

So if you're considering booking your pup in for classes, think carefully. And don't assume it will prevent your pup having issues later on! 🐶❤️ 

Pic is me running my puppy class back in 2021 - the mud probably didn't help!
I think we sometimes forget that a puppy is a litt I think we sometimes forget that a puppy is a little individual with their own opinions, worries and way of doing things. Your puppy is not a blank slate. Two puppies from the same litter, raised exactly the same way, can still turn out very differently. I've worked with thousands of puppies, dogs and their families over the last 7.5 years and there really is no average puppy. Just like kids, they all have their own personality, quirks, strengths and weaknesses. Following generic puppy training advice can just lead to more overwhelm and stress. That's because it isn't meant for your puppy- their breed, age, life experience so far, and you- your family, lifestyle, time restraints and experience with dogs. So if you're struggling to actually apply the advice you've picked up online or in a puppy class, give yourself some grace. That advice wasn't designed with you and your puppy in mind and it won't help you solve the problems you're actually working through, like one to one training can. 

Pic of four dogs on their group walk with our fabulous dog walk who also did one to one training with me earlier on in their lives. 4 funny, characterful and completely different dogs 🥰

#folkestone #puppytraining #kentpuppy
Team Doherty Dog Services is growing again... No i Team Doherty Dog Services is growing again... No it's not another baby! We've welcomed a fabulous behaviourist to our squad in the form of the wonderful Laura Green. Yes, that's two Laura's, both here to help you train your dog. 

If you want help with your puppy, I (Laura Doherty) will be taking on new clients again towards the end of the year in Folkestone and surrounding areas. 

If you want help with your barky, lungey and maybe bitey reactive dog, Laura Green is now accepting new clients in Canterbury and surrounding areas.

I first met Laura G when looking for help with our very own Duke Silver. She worked as Training and Behaviour Advisor at the Dogs Trust for 17 years and honestly, what Laura doesn't know about dogs isn't worth knowing! I'm absolutely delighted to have Laura join us. She shares our passion and commitment to helping dogs and their families have the best possible lives together 🐶❤️
Big shout out to anyone else surviving the summer Big shout out to anyone else surviving the summer holidays! September is in sight now people 😎
This is my first summer as a mother of 3 children and my first without a dog. There's been a lot of visits to our favourite spots for the first time without Duke. It's got me thinking about what our favourite thing about having a family dog was. For us, it was definitely the adventures, always. I've always been glad of the time I put into socialising and training Duke in the early years. He loved coming anywhere and everywhere with us and we've spent endless hours exploring with him. 
What's your favourite thing about your dog? Let me know ⬇️

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