Marta's Dog Behaviour

Marta's Dog Behaviour BSc(Hons) PGCert Registered Animal Training Instructor with the ABTC and member of the APDT (01587). Provisional Clinical Animal Behaviourist with the APBC.
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Supporting humans and their dogs ❤️

My clever sausage is now a therapy dog with 🙌🏼I've been wanting to get him assessed for a therapy dog for a long time, ...
28/05/2026

My clever sausage is now a therapy dog with 🙌🏼

I've been wanting to get him assessed for a therapy dog for a long time, just never got round to doing it! Bruce is so good with people and anyone that meets him really adores him. He attends my Dogs Trust talks with me already and he frequently spends time at climbing walls with my husband, so I know that he is a very robust and reliable dog around people.

His welfare is my priority as always, so if I have any concerns about him being uncomfortable in any environment I will always advocate for him.

I look forward to going out in the community with him soon!

Where should we go first?! 🤔

Did you know that a study carried out in 2023 on 70,000 dog bites revealed that dog bite incidents rise by around 4% on ...
24/05/2026

Did you know that a study carried out in 2023 on 70,000 dog bites revealed that dog bite incidents rise by around 4% on hotter days and 11% on days with high UV exposure?

It's important to remember that the hot weather can have an impact on our dog's behaviours either directly or indirectly.

Some dogs struggle to sleep when it's hot, this leads to a more tired dog during the day, which can then lead to a less tolerant dog. This is just one example!

Please give your dogs extra space during this hot weather and do not force them out, especially to busy areas.

Reference:
Dey, T., Zanobetti, A., & Linnman, C. (2023). The risk of being bitten by a dog is higher on hot, sunny, and smoggy days. Scientific Reports, 13, 8749.

23/05/2026

Reactivity class ❗

Darcy and Hazel both have very big feelings about certain things and get super frustrated easily.

Today in class we practiced the 'switch' exercise. This is when we ask our dogs to change the side they are being walked on.

This is very useful when walking towards a trigger with your dog as you can easily position them further away from the trigger and use your own body as a barrier, making it easier for your dog to walk past.

These two girls did so well over the last few weeks, and we managed to finish the session just before it got too hot! ☀️

"Thank you for the fantastic lessons Marta. Really bring out Key’s confidence, fab foundations! Love our Tuesday mornin...
12/05/2026

"Thank you for the fantastic lessons Marta. Really bring out Key’s confidence, fab foundations! Love our Tuesday morning training and we will miss you."

"A really great puppy classes. Marta is so lovely with all the puppies and they adore her! Great notes with every class and a good start to training. We really enjoyed it!"

"I highly recommend anyone with a dog to do lessons with Marta, either groups or one to one, she’s amazing!
I’ve just finished a 6 week puppy group course, it’s been so much fun for both ends of the lead. My puppy has made great progress. Marta has got us off to a great start with invaluable life skills. Thank you so much Marta, Binky will miss your laces 🤣."

"Found Marta on Facebook, really pleased I did, helped me so much with trying to settle in my two pups to make both our lives a little less stressed. I had some One to one lessons and also we went to puppy classes, and definitely learned a lot,also lovely to know I can contact Marta if I feel I still need extra help"

These are just some of the feedback I get for the puppy classes, giving you and your puppy the best start in life! 🐾

Classes are fun, relaxed and tailored to every puppy in class.

The next 6 week course starts on Tuesday the 16th of June at 10am (no class on the 30th of June).

Book here: https://MartasDogBehaviour.as.me/?appointmentType=88891493

Gotta love a new tote bag 🙈Thank you so much for this! I still think they are one of the best harnesses out there, high...
12/05/2026

Gotta love a new tote bag 🙈

Thank you so much for this!

I still think they are one of the best harnesses out there, highly recommend them!

✨ NEW Separation Anxiety 4-Week Training Package ✨This bespoke package is designed to help owners support their dog thro...
08/05/2026

✨ NEW Separation Anxiety 4-Week Training Package ✨

This bespoke package is designed to help owners support their dog through separation anxiety using gentle, evidence-based training and ongoing support throughout the process. 🐾

What’s included:

✔️ Initial 90-minute consultation
✔️ 4-week custom training plan tailored to you and your dog
✔️ Daily training tasks provided 5 days a week
✔️ Two recovery days each week for both you and your dog
✔️ Two online follow-up sessions every fortnight to review progress and discuss any challenges
✔️ Ongoing support throughout the programme
✔️ Unlimited questions and guidance during your training journey
✔️ Communication with your dog’s veterinarian where needed

Separation anxiety can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. This programme is designed to provide you with practical steps, support, and a personalised plan to help your dog feel more comfortable and confident when left alone. 🤍

📩 Book your insight phone call today: https://martasdogbehaviour.as.me/schedule/51bc8ee8/appointment/55634813/calendar/9323207?appointmentTypeIds[]=55634813

What a wonderful group of puppies!Key, Binky, Daisy and Charlie (didn't manage to get a rosette photo!)Our next course s...
06/05/2026

What a wonderful group of puppies!

Key, Binky, Daisy and Charlie (didn't manage to get a rosette photo!)

Our next course starts on Tuesday 16th of June at Hingham.

It's a 6 week course full of fun exercises and laughs! Sign up here: https://MartasDogBehaviour.as.me/?appointmentType=88891493

03/05/2026

'What's the best long lasting chew?'

Chewing is a natural behaviour that is usually followed by consuming and digestion. This means that your dog needs to eat something rather than just chew. It's the last part of their predatory sequence.

So chews that your dog can chew AND eat are best, rather than artificially flavoured bones and chews.

Some good chew examples include:
- rabbit ears
- buffalo ears
- beef skins
- beef trachea
- chicken necks

This varies from dog to dog and puppies may need softer chews. Always check packaging to make sure the chew is appropriate for your dog and NEVER leave them unattended with a chew.

02/05/2026

Am I crazy?

Nope! Just a dog trainer teaching a puppy that sitting down is better than jumping up, no matter how exciting I am!

No wonder I get some strange looks when I'm out training dogs 🙈

Thank you Ivone for capturing this 😂

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