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Holly Leake
Sep 20, 20216 min read
Teething Terror: Managing Puppy Biting
We all know to expect biting when we bring a new puppy home, however, it is easy to underestimate just how much puppies bite. As a...
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Holly Leake
May 8, 20214 min read
Can Your Dog Grow?
" When a flower doesn't bloom, you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower." - Alexander Den Heiser This wise quote got...
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Holly Leake
Apr 6, 20216 min read
"It's Never Just a Dog"
Dedicated to Jill, Romy and all the dogs that have been loved and lost. They are never forgotten. "We should never underestimate the...
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Holly Leake
Mar 28, 20218 min read
Help! My Dog Is Out of Control!
“In a very broad sense, predictability and controllability are empowering, and a lack of these capabilities is disempowering. - James...
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Holly Leake
Mar 25, 20215 min read
Can You Reinforce Your Dog's Fear?
Original Article Can You Reinforce Your Dog’s Fear? - Woofbuzz You’re in the waiting room. You are sitting in one of those uncomfortable...
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Holly Leake
Mar 22, 20218 min read
Is it Okay to Punish Your Dog?
Imagine you have just applied for a new job. You learn in the interview that all training will be provided and that you will receive lots...
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Holly Leake
Jan 8, 20216 min read
Do Dogs Feel Guilty?
Do dogs feel guilty? What do you think? I can almost hear you saying a firm yes, of course they do. But do they really? Well it's...
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Holly Leake
Dec 16, 20207 min read
How Do I Stop My Dog From Barking?
I'm sure you've asked this question and searched endlessly online for an answer and as a trainer, it is one of the most common questions...
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Holly Leake
Dec 5, 20209 min read
What Is Socialisation and How To Get It Right?
So you have just had a puppy. As wonderful and exciting as this time is, its’ also very tiring. You may have been overwhelmed with advice...
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Holly Leake
Nov 3, 202010 min read
Why Doesn't My Dog Listen To Me? 5 Reasons and the Solutions
Ever asked this question? I bet you have. It’s easy to become frustrated, especially if you have put a lot of work into your dog’s...
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Holly Leake
Sep 28, 20206 min read
Do I Have a Choice?
Imagine you rent a room with a new family. Life is pretty good, you have regular food, shelter and a comfy place to sleep, however there...
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Holly Leake
Jul 22, 20208 min read
Empathising with Your Reactive Dog
What is empathy? Some would say it is the ability to sense others emotions or to imagine what someone is thinking or feeling. One of my...
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Holly Leake
May 19, 20205 min read
Reactivity is Not a Choice!
“My dog is so naughty. Every time he sees a dog, he barks and lunges. It's so embarrassing!” “He knows he's being naughty, but he does it...
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Holly Leake
May 9, 20208 min read
Preventing Separation Anxiety After Lockdown
“Dogs can’t cope with what they don’t understand. Dogs will cope with what they do understand.”- Professor Daniel Mills We have spent the...
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Holly Leake
May 1, 202019 min read
Can My Dog/ Cat Get Coronavirus?
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began in December 2019, there has been so much panic and worry concerning, not just our own health, but the...
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Holly Leake
Apr 20, 202011 min read
“Don’t Worry He’s Friendly!” The difference between a friendly dog and a polite dog.
You have gotten up early to walk your dog. It’s lovely and quiet and you exhale with relief and begin to enjoy your walk with your dog....
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Holly Leake
Apr 20, 20206 min read
What Should You Look For in a Dog Walker, Sitter and Trainer?
What should you look for in a dog walker, sitter and trainer? Do they need to have experience or qualifications? If you are asking these...
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