Paws, Claws & Whiskers

Paws, Claws & Whiskers Helping Brisbane & Ipswich owners raise calm, confident dogs 🐾
Positive, supportive & holistic force-free training

The holidays are busy. Your dog still needs calm, structure, and support.DO• Keep some routine - Walks, meals, and rest ...
19/12/2025

The holidays are busy. Your dog still needs calm, structure, and support.

DO
• Keep some routine - Walks, meals, and rest at familiar times help your dog feel secure.
• Provide enrichment while you are busy - Lick mats, snuffle mats, and chew items give your dog a job and reduce stress.
• Create a quiet space - Set up a crate, mat, or room where your dog can rest undisturbed.
• Advocate for your dog - Say no to forced pats, cuddles, or photos.
• Watch body language- Stress signs matter more during busy days.

DON’T
• Don’t expect your dog to cope with everything - Extra people, noise, and change are hard for many dogs.
• Don’t force greetings - Your dog does not need to meet everyone.
• Don’t rely on food alone - Too many treats can lead to over-arousal and upset tummies.
• Don’t skip rest - Overtired dogs struggle to regulate themselves.
• Don’t ignore warning signs - Pacing, panting, hiding, or snapping are communication.

Remember:
A calm dog is not a boring dog. It is a supported one.
Keeping your dog supported during the holidays matters more than keeping them “perfect.”

Save this for the holidays. If your dog struggles during busy periods, send us a message and we can help you plan ahead.

Tell me — what’s one thing your dog struggles with at Christmas?

If your young dog can’t switch off, the answer isn’t more exercise. The answer is regulation.We structure the day for tw...
18/12/2025

If your young dog can’t switch off, the answer isn’t more exercise. The answer is regulation.

We structure the day for two 5-month-old working dogs and a 12-month-old so they can stay calm, think clearly, and rest.

The routine is simple:
• Mental work first
• Free sniffing in the morning
• One long protected rest block
• Short training later in the day
• Dinner as enrichment
• Predictable wind-down

No chaos. No constant entertainment. Just balanced stimulation and rest.

Signs you need more structure:
• Struggling to settle
• Mouthiness
• Pacing or whining
• Losing known skills
• Over-reactive after play

This approach helps young dogs cope with stimulation, build self-regulation, and stop bouncing off the walls.

Save this post.
Try it for a week.
Your dog will tell you the difference.

16/12/2025

If I was adopting a puppy tomorrow, this is what I’d buy.

Not the most expensive things.
Not everything the pet shop tells you that you “need”.
Just the basics that actually support a puppy’s learning, comfort, and wellbeing.

This setup is about:
• helping a puppy settle in calmly
• setting clear, kind boundaries from day one
• making life easier for both of you
• building good habits before problems start

You don’t need a house full of gear.
You need the right tools, used consistently, with realistic expectations.

Every puppy is different.
Your lifestyle matters.
Your capacity matters.

If you’re bringing home a puppy soon and want help choosing what’s right for your dog, send us a message.
We’re always happy to guide you through it.

14/12/2025

Scatter feeding is one of the simplest enrichment tools you can use for your dog.

And it is often overlooked.

Instead of putting all your dog’s food in a bowl, you scatter it across the grass, yard, or a safe indoor space and let your dog search for it.

Why this works so well:

• Sniffing lowers heart rate and helps dogs regulate their emotions
• It taps into natural foraging behaviour
• It slows fast eaters without frustration
• It provides mental stimulation without adding physical stress
• It is calming, not arousing

For many dogs, especially sensitive, anxious, reactive, or over-stimulated dogs, scatter feeding can be more effective than toys or high-energy games.

It gives your dog a job without pressure.

A few tips to get started:

• Use it for part or all of a meal
• Start in a low-distraction area
• Scatter wide, not in a pile
• Let your dog work it out without helping
• Watch their body language. You want slow movement, relaxed sniffing, and steady breathing

This is not about making things harder for your dog.

It is about meeting their needs in a way that supports calm behaviour.

If your dog struggles to settle, rushes meals, or seems constantly “on”, this is a great place to start.

Have you tried scatter feeding yet, or is this something new for you?

Kiwi, Dumpling & Pickles hope you are all enjoying your lead up to the holidays and wish to let you know that the PCW te...
12/12/2025

Kiwi, Dumpling & Pickles hope you are all enjoying your lead up to the holidays and wish to let you know that the PCW team is officially on holidays! It has been a wonderful year full of trials and tribulations, but also a year where we met so many new people. We are so grateful to be doing what we are, and we cannot wait to see what the new year brings.

We will still be making socials content, however all classes and 1-1 sessions have finished until January next year. We will see you then!

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You may have noticed we have introduced new package options for our primary group classes. Each package offers a differe...
02/12/2025

You may have noticed we have introduced new package options for our primary group classes. Each package offers a different level of support, from simple foundations to complete guidance with tools and a private session.

Choosing the right training package can feel tricky, so we have put together a simple breakdown to help you decide.

🐾 Essentials gives you the basics and steady support during your course.
🐾 Starter Kit sets you up with treats, tools and a helpful training PDF.
🐾 Pro Handler adds a private session, priority booking and a bonus item for extra guidance.

Each option offers a different level of support, so you can choose what suits you and your dog best.

Not sure where to start
DM 'Package" and we will point you in the right direction.

We're officially just a few days away from launching our new website - and we're answering your biggest questions before...
27/11/2025

We're officially just a few days away from launching our new website - and we're answering your biggest questions before we go live 🔥

From reactive dogs, to knowing which service fits best, to booking... we've got you covered.

Got a question you want answered?
💬 Comment or DM "QUESTION" and we'll share it in stories today!

Launching Dec 1 🐾✨

We're almost ready to launch our brand new website - and with it, refreshed services that support dogs and their owners ...
26/11/2025

We're almost ready to launch our brand new website - and with it, refreshed services that support dogs and their owners more than ever 💚

Here's a little sneak peak at 3 of our new services:
🐾 Training Adventures
🐾 Confidence Walks
🐾 Gentle Steps

All launching Dec 1!

Want first access to info & January availability?
✨DM "INFO" or tap the link in our bio on launch day

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Ipswich, QLD
4304

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 7:30am
6pm - 9pm
Tuesday 6am - 7:30am
6pm - 9pm
Wednesday 6am - 7:30am
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Thursday 6am - 7:30am
6pm - 9pm
Friday 6am - 7:30am
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Saturday 9am - 8pm
Sunday 9am - 8pm

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