Unified Canine- Dog training in Sale & surrounding areas

19/08/2025

Have been hearing of cases this week. If your dog has symptoms and you have a session with me booked please let me know and we’ll reschedule.

If your dog goes to the “dog park” or doggy daycare be on high alert for symptoms.

‼️🐾 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 in 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 cases locally

Has your dog been coughing lately? Canine cough, often called “kennel cough,” is a common respiratory condition in dogs that can be easily treated if caught early.🩺

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡?
It’s an infection that causes irritation and inflammation in your dog’s throat and airways. It’s highly contagious and can spread quickly, especially in places where dogs gather, like kennels, parks, doggy-daycare or grooming salons. Some other organisms involved in canine cough can remain infectious for several weeks in the environment.🦠

𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐫:
❕Persistent dry or hacking cough (sometimes sounds like a honking noise)
❕Sneezing or nasal discharge
❕Mild fever or lethargy
❕Loss of appetite in severe cases

04/08/2025

🌈 In Loving Memory of Boss 🖤

Over the weekend, the world lost a truly special boy — Boss the Great Dane.

Still only young, his time was heartbreakingly short, but in that time, he was so deeply loved. Boss wasn’t just a dog. He was family. A big-hearted, gentle soul who left a lasting mark on everyone lucky enough to meet him.

His owner was incredibly dedicated. She worked hard for him and wanted the best for him every step of the way.

It was a privilege to be part of their training journey. This kind of loss is hard to put into words. Boss was cherished. And he will be missed.

Run free, big guy 💔🐾

Thinking of his loved ones ❤️‍🩹

01/08/2025

For those of you putting in the work with your reactive dog — even on the tough days. 🙌🔥

“Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together.” — Vincent Van Gogh

Reactivity training isn’t always about working directly on the triggers. Often, the real progress comes from addressing the root causes and building foundational skills. Every small step, every bit of consistency, adds up to big results over time.

Showing up for your dog and practising consistency is what makes the difference. Be the owner that your dog can look up to and rely on to keep them safe. The owner who means what they say, and follows through. You are the key.

You and your dog are the team, and together you’ll get there. I’m just the coach who can support and guide you on how to get there.

If you’re done waiting for things to magically change, and you’re ready to commit to consistent work, I’m here to back you and your dog every step of the way.

31/07/2025

Puppy Class is coming… but your hands might not make it that far! 😅

If you’ve already booked into our next Puppy Class starting September 9 — awesome!
But I’m guessing right now you’re living with a fluffy little land shark who thinks your hands are chew toys and 2am is party time. 🎉🐾

Maybe you’ve Googled “is my puppy broken?”, hidden your socks like they’re gold bars, and started wondering if you accidentally adopted a tiny, unhinged velociraptor.

Welcome to the “Jaws: Puppy Edition” stage —
where your adorable little furball takes on the role of a sneaky great white, teeth bared, lurking in your lap and ready to chomp anything that moves.
It’s a phase. It’s normal. It’s relentless. And no, you’re not the only one.

If your pup is currently:
• Doing dramatic backflips onto your lap
• Treating your fingers like chew sticks
• Zooming through the house like they just did a line of Red Bull

…you’re exactly where you need to be. This is why puppy school exists.

🧠 The good news? Help is on the way.
🎓 The better news? You don’t have to wait until class starts to start feeling in control.

Here’s your prep list while we count down to Day One:
1. Download the free Puppy Socialisation & Toilet Training Workbook — it shows you where to focus now, before problems appear.
👉 https://9778-info.systeme.io/unifiedcanine-puppyworkbook

2. Message me if you want a one-on-one before class starts — perfect if you’re drowning in puppy teeth and need some early problem-solving.

No judgment. No overwhelm. Just real support from someone who’s lived the chaos (and survived with all 10 fingers intact).

🖤 Puppyhood is short… but it sure feels long when you’re in the trenches.
Let’s make it easier, more fun, and way less bitey.

Can’t wait to see you and your pup in class!

30/07/2025

Hey busy mums — if you’ve done training with me before and things were finally running smoothly… but now your dog’s starting to test the waters again — this is for you.

You put in the effort, you saw the change, and now life’s gotten busy, and your dog’s quietly slipping back into old tricks.

That recall’s getting slower.
The jumping’s creeping back in.
You’re raising your voice more than you’d like.

You haven’t failed — you just need a quick reset.

That’s where my maintenance sessions come in.

💡 Designed just for past clients
⏱ Focused refreshers that fit into your weekday routine
🙌 Keep your dog sharp and your home calmer

Let’s pick up where we left off and stop bad habits before they take hold.

Message me to lock in a refresher that suits your schedule.

29/07/2025

🐾 Struggling with Toilet Training or Socialising Your Puppy? You’re Not Alone. 🐾

We all know the early puppy days can be a challenge. Accidents in the house. The nerves about socialising your pup. Wondering if you’re doing it right.

But here’s the truth: It doesn’t have to be that hard.

Picture this: A well-adjusted puppy who’s confident in the world around them, and knows where and when to toilet. Fewer messes. Less stress. And a stronger connection with your pup.

🌟 That’s exactly what this FREE Puppy Socialisation & Toilet Training Workbook can help you achieve! 🌟

Inside, you’ll find:

✅ A Socialisation Checklist to guide you through safely exposing your pup to new environments, people, and experiences
✅ A Toilet Training Diary & Schedule to track progress and keep you on track
✅ Simple, practical advice to help your pup learn at their own pace without the guesswork

With the right plan, the early days don’t have to be overwhelming — they can be rewarding and fun!

👉 Grab your FREE workbook here: https://9778-info.systeme.io/unifiedcanine-puppyworkbook

When you sign up, you’ll also get extra tips, early access to offers, and personalised support tailored to you and your pup.

Let’s make these first few months smoother and more enjoyable!

24/07/2025

Hi Everyone, sorry I’ve been MIA on social media. With kids home on school holidays and then the flu, a couple of things fell through the cracks, such as socia media and this month’s newsletter.

But everything is starting to get back to normal 😂

More content coming and hopefully I’ll remember to video during a few sessions.

Group basic obedience has currently been capped. I’ll start a waitlist and reassess when/if to make further spots available as the newer dogs settle into class.

03/07/2025

Reactive dog owners — this one’s for you! 🐕🎓🗣️

If you’ve started or finished training with me, you’ll probably have a head start spotting what’s fuelling this moment 👀

Take a good look at this pic. If your walks have ever looked like this, you’ll know it’s rarely just a ‘naughty dog’. There’s always a few things adding fuel to the fire.🔥

What do you reckon could be making this moment worse?

💭 Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇 — what stands out to you?

03/07/2025

Misty – high drive, big heart, pretty and an owner who’s showing up.💕

When I first met Misty, she was full on—eyes locked on the bunnies, grabbing every toy she could find, jumping up on me, brain going 100 clicks a second. 🤪

She was nipping the kids during play, leaping on visitors, snatching food straight from little hands, digging up the veggie garden, and giving the leash a wide berth thanks to some conflict with the head halter she’d been using.

But here’s the thing: none of it surprised me. Misty’s not “bad.” She’s a classic high-drive working dog making her own jobs and having no off-switch. 🛑

What did impress me, right from the start, was her owner. Calm. Honest. Ready. Already asking the right questions. Already taking things on. 🙌

By the time I came back to start our program, the changes were already showing.

✨ She’s not locked onto the bunnies anymore—we’ve redirected that drive into meaningful play.
✨ The jumping has greatly reduced—she’s trying hard to sit instead.
✨ No more nipping the kids, and the kids themselves are jumping into training too.
✨ We’ve introduced a bed command, helping her find stillness and a bit of calm plus a good skill to develop to get her out of the way when needed.
✨ Her owner is working on an emergency down, just in case she ever bolts across a road.
✨ We’ve changed the head halter to a collar, and the process is already smoother—less conflict, more cooperation but we are still working to undo her association with the leash.
✨ We’re building up her play in a way that actually fulfils her, so she’s not defaulting to obsessive habits.

None of this happens overnight. It’s not about fixing—it’s about reshaping. Bringing clarity where there’s been chaos. Giving the dog a better deal.

Misty is at the start of her training journey, but I can already see she’s going to exceed expectations! She’s come along leaps and bounds already! 🏆

What matters most is that she’s got someone in her corner, doing the work with heart and consistency. 👏🤩

And that’s where real change lives.

01/07/2025

👶🐶 Got a young pup under 16 weeks? Here’s what you need to know.

If you’ve just brought home a new puppy — first of all, congrats! It’s a wild, messy, adorable ride. And if you’re feeling a bit unsure about what you should be doing right now, you’re not alone. Most puppy owners I meet feel the same.

There’s a really important window in your pup’s life, called the critical socialisation period — and it lasts until around 16 weeks of age.

This is when your puppy’s brain is like a sponge. Think of their little brains like soft clay. Genetics gives us the type/quality of clay we’re working with, but socialisation shapes it.
The earlier we start moulding it, the better chance we have at creating a confident, calm, and well-adjusted adult dog.

Now — if you’ve missed a little of that early time, don’t stress. It’s never ‘too late’, but like clay, as your pup gets older it starts to harden.

Once it sets, your dog’s view of the world is pretty well formed. From there, we can still chip away at bits and soften some edges — but there only so much we can do and it takes more time, patience and work.

That’s why early, positive and structured socialisation matters so much. It’s not just letting your pup run wild with other dogs at the park. It’s carefully exposing them to different people, sounds, surfaces and experiences in a way that builds confidence, not fear.

And that’s exactly what we cover in my Puppy Class starting next Tuesday, July 8th.

If your pup’s under 16 weeks, this is your chance to give them the best start possible. If they’re a little over, we need to play catch up to give them their best life.

Send me a message today to grab your spot — let’s shape that little mate into the dog you’ve always hoped for.

27/06/2025

23/06/2025

🐾 Obedience class wins last week! 🐾

Rooster has officially achieved his Beginner Level and is moving up to Intermediate — this boy’s making big moves and we’re loving his progress!

And Oliver smashed his Intermediate Level and is now heading into Advanced. This clever lad is proof that with a bit of structure and consistency, the sky’s the limit.

Teddy was away last week, but he’s been absolutely smashing it in recent sessions too. I’ve got no doubt he would’ve come out with some huge improvements as well — can’t wait to have him back!

Little Rosie is only in her second week, but walked in with a boost in her confidence and absolutely surprised her owner with what she’s capable of already. It’s early days, but I’m looking forward to helping her progress too.

Massive shoutout to their owners — the effort you put in behind the scenes is what makes this possible. The little things you do at home show up in the big moments like this.

Well done team — keep it up!

Thinking about joining us? Your dog’s capable of more than you realise. The link to join class is in the bio. Spots are limited and I’ll need to cap numbers shortly to keep the groups small and the value high.