Debbie Topping IMDT -Dog Training

24/07/2026

Puppies everywhere 💕🐾🐾
First night for the new Puppy Foundation course. To finish ; some toy play and-a calming search and find game.

23/07/2026

A useful heelwork exercise. Lead awareness.

11/07/2026

Our next Puppy Foundation course is starting on Wednesday 22nd July at 6.30 in Heywood. For further details please WhatsApp Debbie on 07967820758

04/07/2026

Enrichment games, notice the difference in approach. The Border Collie ( Newt)methodically working out how to open boxes and access the kibble in there. Then the Doodle ( Eliza) finding more fun in playing with it all than the food reward.

25/06/2026

While it’s so hot and confined to indoors during the day, think up some novel ways to keep your dogs entertained. Do post your videos.

25/06/2026

Doodles love Doodles

23/06/2026

✂️🐶 To clip or not to clip? The summer debate is back...

Every year, dog owners are told:
☀️ "Don't clip a double coat – it keeps them cool."
⚠️ "Shaving will ruin the coat forever."

But are these claims supported by evidence, or are they simply myths that refuse to disappear?

🔎In his latest article, Dr David Marlin examines the science behind coat clipping, explains why many dogs may actually benefit from a shorter coat in hot weather, and shares real experiences from owners, groomers and vets whose dogs became cooler, happier and more active after clipping.

🐕 Does a thick coat really keep a dog cool?
🌡️ Why do some dogs continue panting at rest?
✂️ Can clipping really damage the coat?

The answers might surprise you.
🔗 Read the full article and join the conversation.
https://askanimalweb.com/to-clip-or-not-to-clip-that-is-the-question/

18/06/2026

This adorable little girl is ready for adoption. She has spent the last few weeks with me and is now looking for her forever home. Please read the information thoroughly and follow the instructions should you wish to apply.

‍ ‍ FOR ADOPTION ‍Meet Cockapoo DottieDottie is honestly the most adorable young doodle. Whether she’s zooming around, proudly showing off a toy, rearranging your soft furnishings (you have been warned!), doing head rolls in the grass, eagerly helping with whatever you are doing, or leaning ...

02/06/2026

Does your dog hang onto objects? Have you ever actually taught them what letting go means? This young rescue, arrived very nervous of the world, now as you can see, she has massively improved and she just loves her simple learning games.

02/06/2026

Had a great time yesterday Unleashed at Wrenbury Hall Woods. For those of you in Cheshire it’s a must, for those further afield it’s worth the drive. Woodland, water, activity field. Dog safe field, foster pup just on long lead as in training.