doggedlytraining

13/05/2026

Reactive dog training is rarely one-size-fits-all. Every dog reacts for different reasons. Sometimes it’s driven by fear or anxiety. Sometimes it’s become a habit. Trauma may be involved, or the dog may simply be missing some social skills.

Because of that, every training plan looks different. It is unique.
Some dogs benefit from lots of carefully timed treats to help them feel safe around other dogs and reinforce calmer choices.
Others need very few treats, with progress coming through gentle exposure, good setups, and learning from the environment around them. For some dogs, distance is essential. For others, working closer to dogs is actually what helps them improve.

Whether reactivity has become a learned habit, or the dog has some real emotional turmoil to be addressed, calm guidance, better lead handling, and clear communication can help the dog make better choices and allow owners to enjoy walks again.

Behaviour work is full of nuance. That’s why it’s so important to work with someone who can assess the dog in real-life situations, understand the root cause, and tailor the approach to the individual dog; not just follow a one-size-fits-all method.

If this sounds familiar, feel free to message me to find out how I can help you and your dog.

11/05/2026

What a fantastic morning we had at our Confident Canine Taster workshop. We set out to show dogs and their guardians some amazing but simple activities to boost their confidence, calmness and focus. Well, it was a huge success as you can see from two very chilled participants.
Get involved, more information available from
Livvy for Freework Walking Paws Around Bordon
Lucy for Pattern Games doggedlytraining

05/05/2026

We can help dogs feel safer in our world by creating predictable patterns they can rely on; even when life feels unpredictable. With consistency and repetition, dogs quickly learn what works and what to expect.
Predictability lowers anxiety, builds trust, and helps dogs feel secure.
Like us, dogs naturally look for patterns to make sense of situations. When no pattern exists, they can feel confused or stressed.
By creating clear routines and responses, dogs learn how to handle different situations calmly and confidently. The situation itself becomes the cue for the behaviour.
Pattern games are especially helpful for reactive, anxious, fearful, or low-confidence dogs because they’re simple to teach and provide reassurance in uncertain moments.

Book your place this Sunday 11th May at 10am or 11am to learn some pattern games with your dog and have a go at some Free Work at the same time. Get in touch and book the last remaining places.

30/04/2026

Does your dog struggle sometimes? Do they display behaviours that are annoying or stressful to you?
Resolving these behaviours does not often mean more training. The path to tackling the behaviours you see is by addressing what may be going on inside your dog; their well-being.

If you're struggling to identify the underlying cause or reason for your dog's behavioural issue, then let me help you. Behaviour consultations allow us to work on this together and support you and your dog.

23/04/2026

We had to say goodbye to our beautiful Nell this week. We need to cherish our older dogs and give them the best enrichment to make every day special ❤️❤️❤️

09/04/2026

This is a great opportunity to try out some new activities with your four legged pals. Message me to book a slot.

02/04/2026

As a volunteer behaviourist for this organisation I know the great support they provide for owners to work through behavioural issues and keep their beloved pet.

24/03/2026

10th May - Confident Canine Workshop.
In partnership with Walking Paws around Bordon. This workshop brings you the opportunity to try Freework and Pattern Games, two amazing activities that calm and focus your dog. Families welcome. Book your one hour session now.

19/03/2026

Every dog is an individual and not always determined by their breed but vets are warning about 'oodle' mixes. An interesting read

The Royal Veterinary College says popular "doodle" dogs do not always behave as expected.

04/03/2026

I’m regularly asked about neutering and always advise clients to speak to their vets. Delighted to read that vets agree that a more individual and contextual approach is advised. Read more…

: We've updated our advice on neutering dogs & cats after reviewing latest evidence.

With BSAVA we encourage a contextualised approach when making decisions for or against the procedure, especially when it comes to male dogs.

More info here 👉 https://ow.ly/3fG750YoYct

18/02/2026

Giving dogs time to sniff out hidden treats is time well spent. Chilled dog 🥰🐾🐾