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 […]

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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 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 […]
Dog training

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🏆 Your 60-SECOND weekly dog training challenge: Let’s talk about a fun challenge for dog owners this month. Train smart, not hard! Here are three weekly things you can teach your dog using high-value treats: 1️⃣ Task 1: […]
Scentwork training for dogs
The olfactory abilities, or sense of smell, of our canine companions are truly remarkable and we can expand our training skills by learning more about scentwork for dogs. Dogs explore the world with their nose which is estimated to be around 40 […]
Puppy training

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Are you looking for puppy socialisation classes in Kidderminster? Building a strong foundation for your puppy’s socialisation is crucial for your puppy’s development, helping them become well-adjusted and confident adult dogs. Attending the puppy socialisation classes recommended below, […]
Fruit Can Dogs Eat - dog nutrition

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Although dogs are known to be meat-eaters, a variety of fruits for dogs can provide them with an excellent source of essential vitamins, antioxidants, nutrients, and hydration. The natural sugars and fibres in fruits can aid digestion and […]
Dog food
You may be surprised to learn that your dogs’ eating habits change season to season. If your dog starts to eat less in summer, you would be forgiven for thinking they have become ‘fussy’. We also have some […]
Competition dog training
What does IGP stand for in the dog sport Schutzhund (German for ‘Protection Dog’)? IGP is short for Internationale Gebrauchshund Pruefung, which is a German competition sport previously known as IPO or Schutzhund. It originated at the beginning of this […]