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Adolescent Dogs
Feb 275 min read
The Importance of Decompression Walks for Reactive Dogs
Discover how decompression walks can help reactive dogs reset and relax. Learn how low-stress walks reduce cortisol, ease reactivity, and
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Adolescent Dogs
Feb 1811 min read
Puppy Assistance Dog: Where to start
Embarking on the journey of training an assistance dog is a rewarding endeavour, and starting with a puppy can be a fantastic way to...
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Adolescent Dogs
Nov 15, 20249 min read
Stop Playing Fetch: 10 Games You Can Play Instead
Fetch has long been a favourite game for dog owners, offering an easy way to burn energy. However, while fetch might seem like harmless...
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Adolescent Dogs
Nov 11, 20244 min read
Teaching “Settle”: Helping Your Dog Relax on Cue
Learn how to teach your dog to settle on cue with structured boundary training and independent relaxation skills. This guide covers practica
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Adolescent Dogs
Nov 10, 20245 min read
Puppy Proofing Your Home: Essential Tips for a Safe and Happy Pup
Bringing a new puppy home is an exciting time, filled with adorable moments and plenty of energy. However, puppies are naturally curious...
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Adolescent Dogs
Nov 6, 20244 min read
Small dog syndrome: Dispelling the myths
One of the biggest misconceptions about small dogs is that they are naturally "bossy" or "overconfident." However, behaviours labelled as...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 9, 20244 min read
The Importance of Building Neutrality in Assistance Dog Socialisation
Socialisation is a critical aspect of raising any dog, but for an assistance dog, it carries an extra layer of importance. When we think...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 9, 20244 min read
Why It’s Okay to Reach Out for Support to Train Your Dog
As a dog owner, it’s natural to want the very best for your furry companion, and that often includes training them to be well-behaved,...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 7, 20245 min read
Breaking Bad Habits: Rewiring Your Dog's Behaviour
When it comes to dog training, breaking bad habits and replacing them with new, desired behaviours can be quite a journey. One of the...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 7, 20245 min read
Identifying When Your Dog is Overwhelmed: Signs, Strategies, and Diagnostic Behaviours
As dog owners, we want the best for our four-legged companions, ensuring they are happy, comfortable, and well-balanced in all...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 7, 20245 min read
Can I Train My Own Assistance Dog? A Comprehensive Guide for Future Handlers
Training your own assistance dog can be an incredibly rewarding journey. For many people with disabilities, these dogs become...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 5, 20245 min read
From setbacks to success: Embracing challenges in dog training
Training a dog is a journey filled with milestones, surprises, and plenty of learning opportunities—for both you and your canine...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 4, 20245 min read
Preventing Burnout in Assistance Dogs in Training: The Importance of Mental Wellbeing
Training an assistance dog is a rewarding experience, but like any journey, it must be approached with care, balance, and patience. One...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 3, 20248 min read
Medical Assistance Dogs: Heroes in Detecting and Responding to Health Emergencies
Medical Assistance Dogs are life-changing companions trained to assist people with various health conditions, offering support,...
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Adolescent Dogs
Feb 20, 20246 min read
Solving common behaviour problems using scentwork
Are you ever amazed by how much your dog sniffs? They experience the world in a way which we could never understand, our sense of smell...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 7, 20234 min read
Intensive Stay and Train
At Adolescent Dogs, we see first-hand how successful residential training can be in improving training and behaviour problems, but we...
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Adolescent Dogs
Oct 6, 20238 min read
The Spooky Days of Fear Stages
It can be confusing and surprising to witness your dog suddenly spook at something which has never bothered them before. It could be a...
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Adolescent Dogs
Sep 18, 20237 min read
Help! My dog barks at people
Having a dog who barks at people can make life very stressful, whether your dog barks at every person or whether it’s more random and...
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Adolescent Dogs
Sep 17, 202310 min read
XL Bullies - don't blame the dog
We’ve probably all heard the saying “there’s no such thing as bad dogs, only bad owners”, is that really true though? What if there are...
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Adolescent Dogs
Sep 12, 20237 min read
“Don’t worry, he’s friendly!” … The guide to dog walking etiquette
We’ve probably all been there, you’re doing your best to focus on your dog and suddenly another dog is barrelling over to you and getting...
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Adolescent Dogs
Sep 6, 202318 min read
Which breed makes the best assistance dog?
Choosing a breed of dog is never an easy decision but it’s even more important when you’re choosing a puppy with the aim of them becoming...
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Adolescent Dogs
Jul 26, 20238 min read
How to focus your dog around distractions
Many of us can only dream of having one of those dogs who calmly observes the world around them, takes it all in their stride and...
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Adolescent Dogs
Jul 14, 20239 min read
Keeping kids safe around dogs
The Humane Society estimates that 51% of dog bite victims are children. And most dog bites happen at home and with a familiar dog. So...
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Adolescent Dogs
Jul 4, 20235 min read
The 'Let’s Go' cue for dog interactions
Do you ever feel stuck in situations with your dog? Perhaps they’re so set on greeting a dog, you can’t physically move them? Or you see...
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