Focus Dog Walking

04/09/2025

A ground-breaking puppy group class programme that delivers exceptional value:
Your In-person Puppy Group Class Essential Foundations includes:
*Weekly live online Puppy Masterclass Series & Q&A
*Unrivalled online library
*Small group in-person classes
*Free SOS one-to-one support if you ever need it
*Complimentary Beyond Beginners Session
*Crafted from 14 years’ real-world experience + advanced training credentials

The best part? IT'S ALL INCLUDED FOR JUST £100.00

Classes held in Cottingley (serving Shipley, Bingley, Baildon & Bradford)
👉 Book here: https://www.focusdogbehaviour.co.uk/puppy-support

01/09/2025

Autumn’s On Its Way…
The days are getting cooler, the evenings shorter. It’s the perfect time to put your dog’s extra energy into training.

Tackle pulling on the lead before the snow and ice arrive with my 4-week Loose Lead Walking Course.

Whether you’re starting fresh with a puppy, building on your foundations, or wanting more enjoyable walks, there’s a class this September to keep you on track:

✅ Puppy Training Courses
✅ Beyond Beginners - advancing skills, scentwork and loose lead.
✅ Beyond Your Home - coached walks
✅ Loose Lead Walking Course

Held in Cottingley – serving Shipley, Bingley, Baildon & Bradford.
🍂 Book now: https://www.focusdogbehaviour.co.uk/book-a-class

31/08/2025

Buck Woods Thackley is under threat of being sold off. Please sign the petition below.

In March 2024, Bradford Council’s Executive agreed to sell off council-owned land and property to raise £150 million over four years. Now, despite not being on the original list, Buck Woods has been earmarked for sale.

26/06/2025

NEWS! EXCLUSIVELY for graduates of Focus Dog Behaviour and Training’s Beginners Courses.

You’ve been to class ✅
You’ve practised at home ✅
But when you step outside… 😬 it would be really helpful if Pippa was there.
Beyond Your Home – Foundations is the first of my new group outdoor training programmes
It bridges the gap between the classroom and the real world, showing you how to use your beginner training.
This isn’t a drop-in. It’s not a social stroll.
It’s not about standing in a circle in the middle of a field.
It’s real-world training on A-to-B walks — with your trainer right there beside you.

You can book Here: https://www.focusdogbehaviour.co.uk/book-a-class
Spaces are limited.
I'm very excited 🙂
Pippa x

20/06/2025

Every month at Focus Dog Behaviour and Training, our Puppy Social has a theme to support your puppy’s socialisation.

This month’s theme is... CATS!

Our on-lead Puppy Social is a structured, spacious indoor environment designed for confidence building, novelty exposure, and gentle exploration — perfect for pups who want to learn without being overwhelmed.

Booking must be made in advance
Cottingley Community Centre
9.00am
28th June 2025
💻 Book at https://www.focusdogbehaviour.co.uk/Puppy-Socials

19/06/2025

It’s heating up, and it’s only going to get hotter over the next few days.

If you’re unsure what’s safe for YOUR DOG in the heat, check with YOUR VET – not the internet. Your vet knows best. If you have any concerns at all, give them a call.

Generally speaking, if you’ve got an elderly dog, a puppy, a flat-faced breed, or a dog with known health conditions, it’s usually safest to keep them indoors in a cool, well-ventilated space.

•Keep fresh water nearby so they don’t have to go far to drink.
•Keep an eye on room temperature – some homes get surprisingly warm indoors.
•Brush your dog – removing dead hair or tangles allows their coat to do its job more efficiently.
•Keep the curtains closed can help to stop indoor temperatures rising.
•Offer cool flooring.

For healthy dogs:
✅ Walk early – but ONLY if it’s genuinely cool.
✅ Stick to shaded routes where the air stays cooler.
✅ Take plenty of water with you – and check ahead of time that your dog is comfortable drinking from your chosen container.

If you're driving somewhere:
•Pre-cool your car BEFORE your dog gets in,
•Park in the shade (or use shades).
•DON'T leave your dog waiting inside.

And just to say, there’s no need to feel guilty about skipping a walk. Our dogs aren’t adapted to this level of heat, and they don’t understand the dangers.

There are cooling products that can help dogs stay more comfortable – mats, vests, fans, frozen treats – but they’re not a replacement for keeping dogs out of the heat. They offer comfort, not protection.

River will wear her cooling vest https://amzn.to/4e5rIWC when she goes outside once it’s cooled down again – just to keep her a bit more comfy. But she won’t be getting any walks on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. She has a shorter snout than the average dog, which puts her at higher risk in hot weather. It’s just not worth it. Indoors, she has access to cool resting spots and her cooling mat https://amzn.to/3TsxFn8 if she needs it.

Remember: check with your vet – not the internet. Your vet knows best. If you’re ever unsure, or even slightly worried, give them a call.

Stay cool, stay sensible – your dog will thank you later.
Pippa x

23/05/2025

Join us on Saturday 31st May for a Puppy Social in Cottingley.
It’s the perfect post–bank holiday reset: a trainer-led session where your puppy can build confidence around new people, sights, sounds, and everyday challenges.
No chaos. No off-lead madness. Just structured exposure that supports your puppy’s development.
Only £5.00!
Book now at https://focusdogwalkinggmailcom.as.me/?appointmentType=category:Group%20Event%20-%20Puppy%20Socials

22/05/2025

Happy Sherlock Holmes Day!

In my Beyond Beginners class, every dog becomes a scent detective, no matter their breed or age.

As well as developing obedience skills, you and your dog can progress from Bronze level scent detection all the way to Gold at no extra cost.
They’ll build confidence, grow focus, and have a brilliant time doing it.

Scent work is an activity you can enjoy anywhere - indoors or outdoors - and you don’t need loads of equipment or other people.

Reveal your dog’s inner Sherlock and book here: https://focusdogwalkinggmailcom.as.me/?appointmentType=category:Group%20Class%20-%20Beyond%20Beginners%20%28levels%20and%20scent%20work%29

16/05/2025

https://www.focusdogbehaviour.co.uk/blog/safety-matters-in-professional-dog-walking

Dog walking is about health, safety and welfare; understanding our responsibilities, the law, and the consequences of failures.

02/05/2025

What's Coming Up In May.. Puppy class, beyond beginners starts Saturday 10th May, teen and adult beginners, the monthly Puppy Social.
The tick season is starting and they don't just live in the countryside! It’s wise to check your pup/dog after garden playtime, especially if they’ve been rummaging in borders or under shrubs.
Pippa x

21/04/2025

30/03/2025

It's a very sad today. x