Gus vs. Pool

Here is something to remember when you get your new pup: A puppy is like a sponge, he will soak up an soak up cues from his environment. It is so important that you feed this little sponge, especially during this early stage of his development. You do not want that little brain to "dry up". Not stimulating your pup mentally can bring as many problems as not keeping him physically fit.  

Hi all Gorey/Raheen and locality friends. Any help you can give towards the NWSPCA's food appeal will be greatly appreciated!


NWSPCA URGENT APPEAL!!
‎4 June at 14:00 at NWSPCA Animal Welfare Centre

Today sees the change of our "Monthly Discussion" Page to our brand new "Training Tips" page. Please go and have a look at our new, interactive page. I am really looking forward to learning more with every entry on this page. Please join our page and share your knowledge. 

CUTE! Little Boy and His Dog

Absolutely lovely video!

I am currently undertaking a certification course in basic dog obedience and behavior management. During the course of my studies I have come across and will continue to be exposed to fantastic training material. I will en devour to share some of the tricks of the trade with you as I go through my continuous training. Probably one of the best training aids you can invest in is a clicker. See the recommendation below:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000W7MK68/ref=as_li_tf_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=crackingshoes-20&link_code=as3&camp=211189&creative=373489&creativeASIN=B000W7MK68

A(nother) Toast to My Mom, Karen Pryor, on Her 80th Birthday

Do read the tribute below. A more than fitting birthday tribute to an amazing woman. 

A(nother) Toast to My Mom, Karen Pryor, on Her 80th Birthday

Single Person Nail Trim

This is a video that is well worth watching. Forcing the dog to submit should never be your approach, take your time, it will pay off. 

In my quest to becoming a fully qualified dog trainer, I am happy to say, I completed Units 1 & 2 of the "Train the Dog Trainer" Course. 
The course curriculum covers a range of subjects:

• Evolution of the Dog
• Learning and Training
• Training Equipment
• Training Procedures
• Puppy Training and Socialisation
• Group Training Classes
• Specific Dog Training for Organisations and Industries
• Problem Behaviour Management

I will keep you all updated and hope to expand my Training Paws into the South East

[FULL] Winner Ashleigh and Pudsey - Britain's Got Talent 2012 Final

Well done Ashleigh and Pudsey from all at Muckyhound!

Today saw the start in my journey to becoming a qualified dog trainer. I will keep you posted and try to share some bits of information as I travel this road. 

Feeding time for the dogs

Clyde our 20 month old Staffie X Rottweiler aka "Raffie" quite often amuses himself by playing with one of his numerous balls. He has a knack of seeing when he is being filmed and then stopping his play so please excuse the quality of the video, I had to improvise. 

Happy dog playing with ball