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Pack Instinct dog training, rehabilitation, walking

Training dogs since 2013. Completed Training Cesar’s Way, Raw Intuitive Talent and RV seminars. My goal is to educate dog owners and bring dogs back to balance.

I’ve been training dogs in Marbella and on the Costa del Sol since 2013. In 2015 I was fortunate enough to complete the training Cesar’s way course and was personally taught by Cesar Millan. I have also attended courses with LucasAgnew Workshops and RV dog training seminars. Hi, I’m a dog trainer in the Marbella area and the Costa del Sol. I have studied under Cesar Millan and attended other dog t

raining seminars held by some of the best trainers in the USA. Brian Agnew of Lucas Agnew workshops and Sean O’ shea of The Good Dog. I go by the Title of dog trainer but as any of my clients will tell you, I certainly put most of my focus on training you the human. I offer In-home consultations and training programs. In my experience, people need help in communicating with other species. It seems that with our modern lives we have forgotten how to work with mother nature. This is where I can help. dogs are simple, humans are complicated. I like to get to the root of the problem and bring it to the surface to truly fix dogs issues and more importantly, teach people how to maintain their dog’s balanced state. Whether we are teaching our dogs to sit, down, recall, place, heel, fetch or just be calm at home its important the human understands how their energy and body Language affects their dog’s behaviour. This is why I put a massive amount of emphasis on training dog owners into becoming handlers. Most of the time, people call me because they are experiencing issues with their dogs. I love working with all dogs. Dogs and puppies, issues or no issues I’m all about honoring the dog so we can bring the best out in them. If you are experiencing any of the following with your dog, I can help:

·Dog reactivity
·Leash or lead pulling
·Dog aggression
·Not coming back when called
·Unable to relax at home or on a walk
·Leash bitting
·Rushing thresholds
·Won’t sit still
·Anxiety
·Extreme flight or fight
·Not socialized
·Not good around dogs
·Doesn’t like the muzzle
·Dogs fighting at home
·Counter surfing
·Extremely dominant behaviour
·Food aggression
·Lunging

No matter what the issue is I can help and I have plenty of videos on my page, youtube channel and Instagram showing my work. I might even ask you if I can film your dog for a video if we have the pleasure of working together. I like to post lots of free content every day to help struggling owners with their dogs whether they are here or in another country. I think one of the most important things in dog training is that it actually works! When I started my group classes and training pack walks at the beginning of this year, pretty much every dog was reactive or aggressive or had other issues. Now every one of those dogs is better! all coming to group class enjoying the time out with their dogs without the same stresses as before. These classes and walks are a great opportunity for you to train and socialize your dog in a real life situation and meet like-minded people.

04/06/2026

I had a great session with Santi and his new owners yesterday. Just going over all the basics of raising a puppy into a fantastic dog. Happy to help!

02/06/2026

Summer

I recently started working with a young dog named Summer and her owner. Summer is a five-month-old maltipoo, and her owner reached out to me because she was experiencing some separation anxiety. Whenever she left Summer alone at home, she would come back to find her paws very wet from excessive licking.

During our consultation, I recommended a few changes to help with Summer’s anxiety. I suggested crate training and for her owner to engage her in 10 minutes of daily mental exercises through basic obedience training.

Crate training is an effective way to prevent the development of separation anxiety. Not only that, but it also aids in house training, provides a safe space for a young dog when they cannot be supervised and ensures that they get enough rest.

Additionally, I advised using a flat collar for Summer instead of the harness she had been using. Harnesses tend to promote pulling and excitement. A flat collar, positioned higher on the dog’s neck, is better for control and creating a calm state of mind.

Summer’s owner purchased the recommended items and began implementing the training immediately. Since then, Summer’s behaviour has improved significantly. After just a few days of consistent training (10 minutes twice a day) and the use of her new crate at home, Summer has become much calmer in general.

Today, I taught Summer’s owner how to close the crate door and help her become comfortable with it, ensuring that she would be ready to stay at home alone in the crate. We practised this after taking Summer out for a walk with her new flat collar and some training. The walking has improved since using the flat collar, and our outdoor training session went well. By the end, Summer was tired, and we were able to settle her into the crate and close the door without any issues.

Her owner will continue working with her on crate training, obedience, and leash walking until we meet again in a few weeks. So far, I am very impressed with the transformation Summer’s owner has achieved with her.

30/05/2026

Raising a puppy into a great dog always involves a lot of work. The first year is all about shaping your puppy into the dog you want them to be. It's the time to bond with them and build trust and respect. It's also time to teach them their basic commands, as you will likely continue to use them even when your dog is older than a year. Additionally, you will want to build their confidence and prevent any form of anxiety, including separation anxiety. House training is also a priority during the first year.

Understanding this and preparing for it before you get your new puppy will give you the greatest chance of success. You need to establish a routine so that you can adequately train your dog every day. Just 10 minutes of mental stimulation and providing an adequate place for your puppy to get enough sleep for their development can go a long way.

Sleep is especially important for puppies under 6 months old. In my experience, this is where many puppy owners go wrong. If you don't ensure your puppy has a place to relax and sleep, you may encounter overtired behaviours such as excessive biting, stealing your belongings, and even trying to eat things that could harm them. The more energetic the dog, the harder this stage can be.

Once your puppy has passed 6 months of age, you can ease off on the amount of sleep time you provide. Training doesn't stop when your puppy knows a few basic commands and understands how to walk on a leash. If you've achieved that, it's a fantastic start! Now, you need to take your dog and what you have taught them and start applying it in real-world situations.

Getting your puppy to sit in a new environment with distractions around them can be more challenging than in the backyard at home, but this is where progress happens. Start in a setting where you can easily capture your dog's attention. Once your dog can perform commands there, gradually make it more challenging by moving closer to the distractions of the outside world: cars, bikes, trucks, people, other dogs and animals, loud and sudden noises, etc. These are all distractions and training opportunities. If you can view it this way, you will start observing situations like a dog trainer.

Now is also a good time to think about the future. If you don't want your dog to get overly excited about every dog your dog sees when out, consider keeping encounters with other dogs to a minimum. If you don't want your dog to become overly excited when they see people, keep their interactions calm, neutral, and infrequent. The goal is for these stimuli to blend into the background of your dog's environment (neither exciting nor frightening). What your dog should be eager to do is follow your direction past these distractions.

Teaching your dog to be comfortable with you leaving them at home is a big part of the training process in the first year. Prevent separation anxiety by not allowing your puppy to follow you around all day. Normalise coming and going by not making a fuss upon your return, and avoid having them sleep on your bed at night. It can really be that simple in many cases, but it requires consistency.

If you do all of this with your puppy during the first year, you will be very unlikely to end up with anything other than a fantastic dog because you put in the necessary work in the right areas. Being disciplined and consistent is essential, as it greatly influences your dog's behaviour.

29/05/2026

Trust and Respect.

Building trust and respect is where you need to start with any dog you want to help. If you can’t achieve that, it’s very difficult to accomplish anything else. Establishing trust and respect is my top priority when working with any dog.

The dog in the picture with me is a 2-year-old Samoyed named Nube. His owners called me to help them because Nube had lost trust and respect for them. That led to some quite dangerous behaviours at home, including guarding doorways and claiming one of his owners, which prevented the other from getting close. Even attempts to pet him became problematic if he was not in the mood to be handled.

Over the past couple of weeks, Nube’s owners have completely turned this situation around. When I visited them yesterday, it felt like being around a completely different dog. He was calm, more engaged, and significantly more tolerant of everything happening around him.

Touching him was no longer an issue, and the “out” command (something we have been working on) was effortlessly achieved. Nube had a habit of stealing items from his owners, such as towels or tissues, and when they tried to retrieve them, it often led to conflict. Having a solid “out” command, which means to drop what he has and completely disengage from it, has been invaluable.

I am thrilled with the progress they have all made over the past few weeks, and that I could help transform this challenging living situation. Animals can live harmoniously with people, but people need to understand how to meet an animal’s instinctive needs. People also need to engage with their instinctual sides, a practice often overlooked in today’s world.

29/05/2026

One important lesson I learned early in my dog journey is that anyone can speak as if they know what they're talking about. There are countless people out there who would call themselves dog "experts" simply because they've owned a dog or know someone who has. That can be tricky for new trainers seeking helpful guidance or for dog owners seeking advice on specific issues.

Many people talk like they have experience, but almost all lack video footage showing the before, during, and after stages of their training. That's why I made a conscious decision to be very selective about who I listen to. I decided only to follow trainers who can show tangible evidence of their work through before-and-after videos.

I created numerous before-and-after videos myself because I recognised that many people could easily talk the talk but would be unwilling to show their methods in practice. And to be honest with you, it's even worse today than it was 10 years ago, with breed-specific groups and online courses available. Many trainers have even less motivation to demonstrate their skills, as they never have to meet you or your dog in person. Their primary goal may just be to sell you their course.

Therefore, it's crucial to be careful and selective when choosing trainers for dog training advice. If they can't provide before-and-after evidence of their work, that's likely a red flag. They may either be unable to resolve issues or feel uncomfortable showing their techniques publicly—both of which are concerning.

I've seen many people spend a lot of money on trainers who ultimately couldn't help them, leading to discouragement and resentment toward training, as they often feel misled by someone they trusted.

That's why having before-and-after videos, client reviews, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm from trainers who actively showcase their work is so important in dog training. Unfortunately, there are many charlatans out there who can speak eloquently but cannot deliver results, and often, due to the internet, they have no intention of doing so.

28/05/2026

I can’t leave my dog. What should I do?!

14/05/2026

Harnesses and the problem with using them.

When people use harnesses on their dogs, they are encouraging their dogs to pull them. This can be suitable for pulling or tracking exercises. However, it is a poor choice if you seek control, a calm state of mind, and effective communication with your dog.

If you continue walking your dog in a harness, you may encounter more issues during walks, such as reactivity or irrational fears. This is because a significant percentage of dogs do not feel secure with their owners when any pressure on the harness sends a message that encourages excitement.

I believe harnesses can be appropriate in certain situations, but using them incorrectly can lead to more problems than you initially had. It truly is one of the biggest misconceptions that has spread widely among dog owners. Additionally, it can have serious consequences for handlers if used on the wrong dog in the wrong situation.

Now, before anyone accuses me of being a harness hater, let me clarify that I used a harness on my dog, Luna, during her first few years. It was a real husky-style harness designed for canicross, and I was attached to it with a bungee leash. I only used it when skateboarding with her, and I never used it in any other context.

Using a harness is acceptable for pulling or tracking activities. It should be reserved for those types of exercises rather than for taking most dogs into challenging, busy environments where a calm state of mind and following your lead are essential.

14/05/2026

Why Too Much Freedom Can Be Detrimental for Dogs

Giving a dog too much freedom, especially during the training stage or before they have earned that privilege, can be counterproductive and potentially dangerous. That is particularly true for puppies and anxious dogs who lack confidence. Allowing them too much freedom, whether at home or outside, can lead to negative consequences.

The issue arises because the dog is presented with too many options without clear guidance or enough experience with that situation to make a good choice. When a dog isn't in a calm state of mind frequently enough, we can't expect them to make good decisions when given excessive freedom, especially under the various pressures the world is likely to throw at them.

There will be plenty of opportunities to give your dog freedom, but this should come after you have invested time in their training. That's how you earn the privilege of allowing your dog more autonomy inside and outside the house.

For example, allowing the wrong dog too much freedom at home without clear rules and boundaries could lead to problematic behaviours. A dog might start blocking certain family members from entering specific rooms, or a common scenario is when a dog claims their owner and growls or bites when other family members try to interact with them. This behaviour is often mistakenly seen as "cute" by the owner, who may think the dog is simply trying to "protect" them. That is definitely not what is going on there.

Outside, the situation can be equally problematic. For instance, if you take a dog to the beach and let them off-leash without having first worked with them on maintaining a calm state of mind around distractions and potential pressures, they might encounter something they find scary for the first time and run away.

I don't like delivering bad news, but people need to understand the reality of what happens every day to dogs whose owners give them too much freedom before they are ready. If you want to trust that your dog will make good decisions when given freedom, you must put in the necessary work first. Off-leash time and complete freedom at home are privileges reserved for dogs and owners who have genuinely committed to training and have put in the work.

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