K9 Potential

K9 Potential Dog trainer and behaviour modifier, specialising in Assistance dog training. Government accedited PATs
Provides a therapy dog course with certification.

Fully qualified, with over 10 years experience. Personal one-on-one training service. Behaviour consults for solving of issues so you get the pet you want to live with. K9 Potential can help you achieve better things with your dog. I am accredited and a member of pet professional guild Australia . I welcome enquires.

Last of the movement puzzles video
16/08/2025

Last of the movement puzzles video

Taking it outside. Plus some brush up on basic obedience skills.

Think about yourself: when you do something and it produces pleasant and good results, you're more likely to do it again...
04/08/2025

Think about yourself: when you do something and it produces pleasant and good results, you're more likely to do it again. Your Dog is the same!

We are all feeling the $ pinch right now. Here's a cheap way to start your dog training.
22/07/2025

We are all feeling the $ pinch right now.
Here's a cheap way to start your dog training.

Taught by Trainer/Author Kim Mayes CPDT-KA, CTDI

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14m7JnvGFi/?
20/07/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14m7JnvGFi/?

The silent suffering that many dogs (ANY breed, but higher risk in some types) experience as a result of how we’ve designed them is a sad reality that is hard to think about because we love our companion dogs for how they look. They are to us, more than how they look. https://doggiedrawings.net/pages/dogs-of-the-world-book

Worth reading: What Should Dogs Look Like? By Dr. Jessica Perry Hekman.
https://open.substack.com/pub/companiondogproject/p/what-should-dogs-look-like?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

Dr Alison Skipper: https://www.vethumanitiesuk.org/alison-skipper

https://functionalbreeding.podbean.com/e/dr-alison-skipper-the-health-and-history-of-brachycephalic-dogs/

Also check out this free download: https://doggiedrawings.net/products/buying-a-dog-ethically

If you are not a breeder and are interested in learning more deeply about breed traits, check out the Puppy Seekers Project

Another great Blog from Cooperative PawsMainly for potential Assistance dog handlers
10/07/2025

Another great Blog from Cooperative Paws
Mainly for potential Assistance dog handlers

When we think of basic training for service dogs, we often think of teaching cues like sit, down and coming when called — in short, the same behaviors taught to many pet dogs. In many ways, basic training for service dog candidates is very similar to that provided to pets. However, there are a few...

Nice blog from colleagues https://www.facebook.com/share/1BMQdZRaQM/?mibextid=wwXIfr
03/07/2025

Nice blog from colleagues

https://www.facebook.com/share/1BMQdZRaQM/?mibextid=wwXIfr

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐠𝐬?

Finding it a bit windy today? 🌬🌀😬🥶😄

𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲

First thing is to make sure your pets are safe. Gates can open and doors rattle/slam, trees drop branches and foliage which can be scary for dogs and can cause anxiety/stress. Keep your pets inside if you can.

𝐒𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭

Wind carries scent in all different directions and over greater distances including unusual or worrying scent. Dogs have an incredible sense of smell and are much more accurate with their scent compared to us.

𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝

The most common phobia related to wind that we see are dogs who have been startled by loud noises caused by wind. Sound can also be amplified in high winds.
For example, a large object falling over or leaves swirling around. So, by association, dogs can learn that wind can predict a scary event.

𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞

The wind can blow your dog’s coat/fur in different directions and may feel unusual for dogs who are touch sensitive.
I'm sure we've all been annoyed by winds blowing our hair around!

𝐀𝐢𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞

An increase in wind speed will result in reducing air pressure, and dogs can often sense the drop in barometric pressure that comes with changing weather (similar to how they can ‘predict’ a storm coming).

We see all sorts of unusual behaviours in dogs when it's windy! From dogs that just want to hide away to more intense reactions. Remember wind can add more candles to push your dog over the edge. 🌬🕯

For pets that need extra support we recommend a safe space inside, perhaps skip the walk today, play calming music or white noise to muffle some wind sounds and provide calming activities such as licking and chewing.

Next of the movement puzzles series
01/07/2025

Next of the movement puzzles series

Let’s progress with our movement puzzles

Let’s remind ourselves about the importance of ethical dog training. Getting it right! https://youtu.be/zQnBLXa-dGs?si=E...
19/06/2025

Let’s remind ourselves about the importance of ethical dog training. Getting it right!

https://youtu.be/zQnBLXa-dGs?si=E6C3ajbfha9c6so7

Welcome to Train Me Please with Jose! In this video, I'm excited to share 8 guiding principles that underpin modern compassionate dog training. Join me as we...

Next video on Movement puzzles Feel free to share your set ups in the comments.
19/06/2025

Next video on Movement puzzles
Feel free to share your set ups in the comments.

Getting repetitive now. But keep practicing, after all your dog loves it.

Next instalment in my Movement puzzles videos If you’re seeing this for the first time go back and watch Step 1 ,2& 3
16/06/2025

Next instalment in my Movement puzzles videos
If you’re seeing this for the first time go back and watch Step 1 ,2& 3

Next edition of movement puzzles. Showing my errors in this one

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