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A Guide for Comb-Phobic Pups Grooming is an essential part of your dog’s overall health and well-being. Alessandro from Pawfect Cuts, the official grooming partner of Anglian Dog Works, emphasizes the importance of regular grooming: "This practice can significantly enhance the dog’s enjoyment of grooming and minimize issues during salon visits." However, for some dogs, the sight of a comb can trigger anxiety or fear, making grooming a stressful experience for both pet and owner. As a long-haired dog owner, I’ve faced my share of challenges in maintaining a tangle-free coat for my dog, Thea, who we affectionately call a...

I was speaking in class today about how I use a Silicone Pyramid Baking to make homemade cakes as a high-value reward for my dog and those I meet during the training sessions I lead.    CLICK HERE for the tray I use.   What I like about these is the treats pop out a nice biscuit size once cooled and are ready to use immediately without chopping up!  You can freeze the homemade biscuits too for use in the future. A handful quickly defrosts in my treats pouch.    Cooking for my dogs is one of my favourite things to do 1. Because they're easy...

Summer essentials To keep your dogs safe and comfortable before, during and after exercise, I have included a list of bits and bobs I would encourage you to consider, along with links: Class times may be rescheduled to avoid peak temperatures in the middle of the day. (See 'hot weather' here: https://angliandogworks.com/pages/dog-training-policy for more details.) Travelling to class: Access to fresh water in a non-spill bowl Cool coat (I have linked to the updated Hurtta one Thea wears) Cool mat or a wet towel. A frozen water bottle An electric crate fan because the air circulation in the rear of the car is often...

Position changes in dog obedience refer to the commands that require the dog to change from one position to another, such as from a sit to a down, or from a stand to a sit. These position changes are an important part of dog obedience training, and they are typically included in obedience competitions. The most common position changes in dog obedience include: Sit: The dog sits with their hind legs on the ground and their front legs straight. Down: The dog lies down on the ground with their head up. Stand: The dog stands upright on all four legs....

Recall in dog training refers to the ability of a dog to come to their owner when called, regardless of the situation or environment they are in. It is an important life skill as can prevent accidents and keep your dog safe. Plus allows you both to enjoy off-lead time. Training a reliable recall involves teaching your dog to associate coming to you with positive experiences, checkout our free resource for tips on getting started: https://angliandogworks.com/pages/free-5-day-challenge   Using a position box can be a helpful tool to train recall in your dog: Position boxes (also referred to as Position boxes, dog training boxes, shaping...