How our modern lifestyles may be making calm dogs a rarity We love our dogs more than ever. We give them the best food, the cosiest beds,...

It's a Two-Way Street! When it comes to choosing a dog trainer, it’s not just about finding someone who can teach your dog to sit, stay,...

by Avril, thedogcalmer When our dogs are frightened, every instinct we have as caring humans wants to soothe them. We reach out to cuddle...

Moose and pals at the beach! I had a frightening experience this week that I feel needs sharing — not for sympathy, but because it...

By Avril, thedogcalmer Over the many years I’ve worked as a dog behaviourist, I’ve seen more trends than I can count. Buzzwords come and...

by thedogcalmer We love our dogs—fiercely, unconditionally, to the ends of the earth. We let them into our homes, our lives, our beds and...

A heartfelt reflection from thedogcalmer We often see it as a kindness — hiring a dog walker to give our dogs what we believe they need...

(for clients navigating grief—of a loved one or pet—while also caring for a struggling dog). There are moments in life when pain feels...

From the heart of thedogcalmer – real lives, real dogs, real calm 3 Bulldogs A family reached out recently, exhausted and emotionally...

At thedogcalmer, we often meet people who feel lost, confused, or even heartbroken over their dog’s behaviour. Whether it’s constant barking

With thedogcalmer Teaching your dog to come when called is one of the most crucial life skills they can learn. It’s about safety, trust,...

Today, I sat on the floor with a dog—a Lhasa Apso—who couldn’t bear to be touched. This little dog had a troubled start. At just 11...

At thedogcalmer , teaching your dog to come when called is one of the most important skills you can teach. Not only does it ensure your...

Training Your Dog at Home – thedogcalmer Way At thedogcalmer , we believe training should never be about control or dominance—it should...

Redefining Socialisation: Building Trust, Not Chaos True socialisation isn’t about letting your puppy run off to greet every person and...

Recognizing the Signs of Stress in Dogs There’s a moment many dog guardians know well — your dog flops down at home after a walk or play,...

Dogs don’t speak English, and let’s face it—most humans aren’t fluent in ‘Dog’ either! This communication gap is often where confusion...

Training a dog involves 6 main methods: Scan and Capture Mimicry Luring and baiting Bridge and target Physical Manipulation (put them...

As a dog trainer and behaviourist, I come across a lot of people and dogs, not just in my work but also socially and just out and about,...

In a session with a new puppy and owner this morning I was thrilled to hear her breeder had emailed all the puppy owners of the litter to...