Schkola Dog Training

Schkola Dog Training - Force Free R+ Dog Trainer and Behaviorist
- Erlaubnis nach §11 TierSchG

Englich, Русский, Deutsch

general obedience
socialization
trick training
fear & anxiety management
reactivity
problem behavior
dog parkour

26/07/2026

This course started with a simple request from my students—which made me really happy, because I'd been wanting to create it for a long time.

A few people from my regular outdoor groups asked if we could dedicate several sessions to just one topic: teaching dogs to leave food on the ground by default. So I finally put together a dedicated Leave It by Default course.

We're only halfway through the program, but the dogs are already making the right choice in most repetitions—even in a challenging setup, with tempting food on the ground and other dogs working nearby.

The next Leave It by Default course is planned for September–October.
If your dog tends to pick up food or random objects from the ground, I'd love to have you join the next group.

If you're interested, join the waitlist via the link in bio and mention "Leave It by Default" in your request.

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Five days by the Baltic Sea.One senior dog. One young cat. No car.The original goal was simply to find a place that was ...
04/06/2026

Five days by the Baltic Sea.
One senior dog. One young cat. No car.

The original goal was simply to find a place that was easy to reach from Berlin with animals and pleasant enough to spend a few days outdoors.

Świnoujście turned out to be a very good surprise.

Long sandy beaches, pine forests growing on dunes, leafy woodland, parks, cafés, restaurants and supermarkets - all within walking distance.

One thing that stood out was how uncomplicated travelling with animals felt.

Taxis accepted animals without any fuss. Pet-friendly accommodation was easy to find. We weren't even the only ones walking a cat.

Off-season probably deserves much of the credit: fewer tourists, lower prices and plenty of space to enjoy the area at your own pace.

Another thing I appreciated: Świnoujście is not just a holiday resort - it's a real, functioning town. Should you need a pharmacy, or veterinary care, it's all readily available.

One thing I probably wouldn't recommend is trying the fish restaurants.
Once you've had one of the chef's specials, self-control becomes significantly more difficult.

We enjoyed it so much that September is already booked. So join us there!

If you know another genuinely dog-friendly destination that can be reached from Berlin without a car, I'd love to hear about it in the comments.

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25/05/2026

Dogs & Heat: a survival guide for hot days

Summer often looks harmless from a human perspective. A pleasant 25°C, a sunny day, a long walk. But dogs experience heat very differently — and some of the earliest signs are surprisingly easy to miss.

A few things that tend to surprise people:

• Air temperature isn’t ground temperature. At around 28°C outside, asphalt can reach ~50–60°C.
• Heat load is cumulative. Dogs don’t necessarily overheat all at once — it can build gradually across a walk.
• Dogs don’t always drink when they need to. Excitement, stress and arousal can reduce drinking behaviour.
• “Not listening”, slowing down or repeatedly lying down can sometimes be early heat stress signs, not stubbornness.
• Tongue shape can change with increasing heat load — which is why the tongue scale in this guide can help catch changes early.

Some practical reminders:

✓ Walk earlier or later
✓ Shorten long daytime walks during hot periods
✓ Offer water regularly
✓ Choose grass and shaded routes where possible
✓ Take recovery breaks before your dog “pushes through”
✓ Cooling gear can help — but only if used correctly and re-wetted

And the important part:

Collapse, confusion, stumbling, vomiting or seizures are not “wait and see” signs. They are emergencies.

The good news? Most heat problems are preventable — often through a series of very small decisions made early.

Save this guide for future hot days and send it to another dog person.

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Dogs & Heat: a short survival guide for hot days ☀️🐕Summer often looks harmless from a human perspective. A pleasant 28°...
24/05/2026

Dogs & Heat: a short survival guide for hot days ☀️🐕

Summer often looks harmless from a human perspective. A pleasant 28°C, a sunny day, a long walk. But dogs experience heat very differently — and some of the earliest signs are surprisingly easy to miss.

A few things that tend to surprise people:

• Air temperature isn’t ground temperature. At around 28°C outside, asphalt can reach ~50–60°C.
• Heat load is cumulative. Dogs don’t necessarily overheat all at once — it can build gradually across a walk.
• Dogs don’t always drink when they need to. Excitement, stress and arousal can reduce drinking behaviour.
• “Not listening”, slowing down or repeatedly lying down can sometimes be early heat stress signs, not stubbornness.
• Tongue shape can change with increasing heat load — which is why the tongue scale in this guide can help catch changes early.

Some practical reminders:

✓ Walk earlier or later
✓ Shorten long daytime walks during hot periods
✓ Offer water regularly
✓ Choose grass and shaded routes where possible
✓ Take recovery breaks before your dog “pushes through”
✓ Cooling gear can help — but only if used correctly and re-wetted

And the important part:

Collapse, confusion, stumbling, vomiting or seizures are not “wait and see” signs. They are emergencies.

The good news? Most heat problems are preventable — often through a series of very small decisions made early.

Save this guide for future hot days and send it to another dog person.

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Hiking with your dog this summer? Save this before heading into the mountains.Many people prepare for heat, ticks and tr...
17/05/2026

Hiking with your dog this summer? Save this before heading into the mountains.

Many people prepare for heat, ticks and trail difficulty - but forget about livestock and guardian dogs.

Before you go, ask one important question:

How does my dog cope around livestock and unfamiliar dogs - not all of them friendly?

Not every dog has to summit every mountain.

If your dog is highly reactive, easily overwhelmed, or struggles around dogs, mountain trails may not be the best place for first experiences. A quieter route, a shorter hike or even a hotel day can sometimes be the better plan.

Guardian dogs and local practices vary between regions, so ask locals:

• Are there grazing areas nearby?
• Are livestock guarded by dogs?
• Are shepherds usually around?

And remember: guardian dogs are not the only thing to think about. Cattle, horses and livestock themselves may react defensively around unfamiliar dogs.

Quick field protocol:

• Hear bells or spot livestock? Make a wide arc. Distance solves many problems.
• Notice animals too late? Stay calm and speak normally.
• Dogs approaching? Face them calmly and avoid direct staring.
• Keep your dog visible - do not pick them up or hide them behind you.
• Back away slowly and watch their response.
• If a shepherd is there - follow their lead.
• Do not throw stones or try to scare dogs away.
• Leave calmly

Most hikes end perfectly fine.

Save this for your next hike - and send it to someone who travels with a dog.

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Most owners offer water when their dog already looks thirsty.But on walks, thirst is a late and unreliable cue.In hot co...
03/05/2026

Most owners offer water when their dog already looks thirsty.
But on walks, thirst is a late and unreliable cue.
In hot conditions, dogs cool themselves primarily through panting rather than sweating.
This increases evaporative heat loss — and fluid loss at the same time.

Behaviour adds another layer.
During walks, many dogs are in a state of elevated arousal, where external stimuli take priority over internal signals like thirst.
As a result, they may not seek water when it would be most useful.
By the time thirst becomes obvious, they may already be behind on fluids — even without clinical dehydration.

Some dogs are more vulnerable in heat and need a more proactive approach:
— brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds
— puppies and senior dogs
— highly aroused or reactive dogs
— those not acclimatised to heat
For them, waiting for visible signs is even less reliable.

Instead:
— offer water proactively
— roughly every 10–15 minutes on hot, active walks
— in small, repeated amounts rather than one large intake

This supports more stable hydration and helps reduce heat load during activity.

Next: early signs of heatstroke — including the subtle ones most owners miss.

Save this for your next walk — and share it with someone who needs it.

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27/04/2026

⚠️ Berlin dog owners — tick season has started.
With warmer temperatures, ticks become active again.
In and around Berlin they can be found not only in forests and fields, but also in city parks, gardens and other green areas.

The most important thing is reliable prevention.
There are several types of tick protection for dogs:
• oral medications (systemic protection)
• spot-on treatments applied to the skin
• tick collars

Each option works differently, and the right choice depends on the individual dog — including coat type, skin sensitivity, lifestyle, travel habits and possible intolerances. For this reason, it’s best to choose prevention together with your veterinarian.
It’s also important to keep track of the treatment schedule. Different products protect for different periods of time, so maintaining a simple calendar helps ensure protection stays continuous throughout the season.

Some preventatives do not repel ticks. Instead, they work systemically: the tick attaches and then dies after exposure to the active ingredient.
Because of this, when travelling to forests or areas with higher tick exposure, it can be helpful to add a compatible repellent product after discussing it with your veterinarian.

After walks, it is still a good idea to check and brush your dog carefully, especially around the ears, neck, armpits and groin.

In recent years, new long-acting prevention options have also appeared, including an injectable product that can protect against ticks and fleas for extended periods. If you are considering this type of prevention, speak with your veterinarian to see whether it is appropriate for your dog.

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Original footage by Victor Fursov, Entomologist.

25/04/2026

Quite often, before joining group classes, it makes sense to start with one-to-one training.

This is especially true for dogs with so-called reactivity towards other dogs — where distance, timing, and precision really matter, and a group setting can be too much, too soon.

Dogs with pronounced anxiety, heightened sensitivity, or a tendency to get overwhelmed in complex environments also benefit from individual work first.

And yes — social but insecure dogs might fall into this category too. Friendly doesn’t always mean comfortable.

In one-to-one sessions, we build the foundations: emotional regulation, clear communication, and practical tools for navigating difficult situations.

If things progress well, dogs are gradually invited into group training — not as a test, but as a way to consolidate success and expand skills in real-life settings.

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20/04/2026

Dear students and friends,

thank you for being with us this season — it’s been a real pleasure.

Dog Schkola is now taking a short break. Partly to rest, partly to rethink and introduce a few new formats (and, ideally, to have something resembling an actual holiday… we’ll see how that goes).

We might pop in here and there, but no promises — a bit of quiet is part of the plan.

If you’d like to join us next season, you can add yourself to the waitlist via the link in bio.
Or simply follow along for updates.

Enjoy your training at home in the meantime!

See you soon,
— Dog Training and Behavior in Berlin

18/04/2026

Slowly but surely, my holidays are approaching.
There might be less work content,
maybe more home moments —
or maybe no content at all 😅

Those of you who remember the rather dramatic beginning of the kitten–rabbit relationship
might notice how close these two have become.
At this point, they spend most of their time together.
The rabbit’s relaxed posture says quite a lot about how safe he feels around the kitten.
The kitten, meanwhile — like most cats — has developed a deep appreciation for boxes
and is currently just… existing happily inside a new one I brought home yesterday.
No drama here, really —
just a very gentle coexistence of two animals who trust each other.

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