dog gut microbiome and behaviour explained by The Confident K9
Most behaviour consultations focus on what a dog does and how to change it. Fewer look at why a dog’s emotional baseline might be making that change harder. One factor that rarely gets discussed, but that current research […]

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Puppy sleeping happily in a crate during a training session in Kidderminster

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Written by Adelaide Stewart-Jones, accredited dog trainer (IMDT, UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter) and IAABC member. Founder of The Confident K9 in Kidderminster. Crate training is one of the kindest, most useful skills you can teach a […]
Young puppy meeting another dog calmly during a Worcestershire socialisation session

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Written by Adelaide Stewart-Jones, accredited dog trainer (IMDT, UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter) and IAABC member. Founder of The Confident K9 in Kidderminster.The 8 to 16 week window in your puppy’s life is the single most important […]
Puppy chewing a soft toy during a training session in Kidderminster

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Written by Adelaide Stewart-Jones, accredited dog trainer (IMDT, UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter) and IAABC member. Founder of The Confident K9 in Kidderminster. If you have just brought home a new puppy and discovered they are basically […]
Puppy training kidderminster

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Written by Adelaide Stewart-Jones, accredited dog trainer (IMDT, UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter) and IAABC member. Founder of The Confident K9 in Kidderminster. One of the most common questions new puppy owners ask is not what to […]
dog behaviourist Kidderminster
Let’s start with the elephant in the room. Or rather, the dog on the sofa who has just growled at a visitor for the third time this week. If you’re looking for a trusted dog behaviourist in Kidderminster, […]
confidence building exercise for anxious dogs using a sound box
What is a Sound Box? A sound box is a simple, science-informed confidence-building exercise for anxious dogs. It uses a cardboard box filled with safe, lightweight objects and scattered treats to gently expose dogs to new sounds, movement, […]
The Confident K9 named top 3 dog trainers in Worcester by ThreeBestRated.com 2025

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We have some news we are very proud to share. The Confident K9 has been named one of the top 3 dog trainers in Worcester by ThreeBestRated.com for the fourth consecutive year, having held this recognition every year […]
Dog Training and Behaviour Q&A
This January, we had the pleasure of collaborating with Skippers Pet Products, a trusted name in the pet food industry, to create a unique opportunity for dedicated pet owners. Skippers extended a heartfelt invitation, encouraging their community to share their […]
canine gut microbiome
As dog owners, we strive to keep our dogs happy and healthy, but have you ever considered what’s happening inside their bodies? The answer may lie hidden in their gut! The dog’s gut microbiome – the complex community […]