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where we will try our best to help and advise you.
 

PROBLEMS - QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Q: MY DOG KEEPS EATING IT'S POO AND IS MAKING ME AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY FEEL SICK! WHY DOES HE DO THIS AND HOW CAN I STOP HIM.

A: This is quite a natural thing for dogs to do although for us humans it does appear to be revolting! It is usually because the dog isn’t digesting sufficient nutrients from his food…. so he is re-eating it to try and get as much goodness back into his system. It can also be because it has become a habit, so you have to clear the mess up immediately or doctor it to deter him ….. try applying pineapple, Tabasco or soda crystals (although this could make him sick)_ If this is a new behaviour you could try changing his diet.
From Warren


Q: I DON'T WANT TO TRAIN MY DOG USING TIT-BITS...WHY DO YOU ENCOURAGE THIS METHOD?
From Jill 6 week course

A: We have found through experience that if a dog is food orientated (some aren't) tit-bits can help the owner when starting to learn certain exercises such as the recall. It can also help to maintain the dog's attention on you, the handler. Once the dog has learned the exercises then we recommend that tit-bits are reduced and then stopped, but it is up to the owner and is certainly not compulsory.
From Di


Q: I FIND THAT MY GSD IS WORSE ON THE LEAD AND KEEPS BARKING AT OTHER DOGS - CAN YOU HELP WITH THIS?
From Mark, Novice Class

A: A lot of dogs behave badly when they are on lead - this happens for many reasons which cannot easily be explained in this short space. Your dog's behaviour can be modified and controlled by joining our socialisation workshops which are held at the training ground every Thursday and Saturday morning
From Lynette


Q: I STILL FIND THAT MY BEAGLE WILL "DO A RUNNER" WHEN I LET HER OFF THE LEAD - ANY SUGGESTIONS?
Carol, Beginners Class

A: You should never let your dog off the lead unless you are certain that you can get her back when you call her. Go back to basic recall exercises and use lots of encouragement, with the aid of tit-bits if necessary, but most importantly your voice. You could use an extending lead, such as a Flexi or make up a running line to a maximum of 20' - one of our instructors can show you how to use this correctly so your dog's legs don't get tangled up. Time patience and praise will win out. Good luck !
From Paul


     
Don Blackwell
 
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