Pouncing paws

21/07/2025

Sharing a quick but important harness-fitting tip from a friend who’s also a professional trainer. 🐶💡
Getting the right harness fit is more important than many people realise—it can make a big difference to your dog’s comfort and movement. Really useful info when choosing the correct harness!

17/07/2025

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08/07/2025

🐶✨ Special Offer – Dog Wash & De-Shed for Short-Haired Breeds! ✨🐶

We’re excited to be growing our services at Pouncing Paws, and as part of this, we’re now offering low-cost grooming sessions for short-haired breeds only – while I continue to build confidence and hands-on experience as part of my grooming training. 🐾

🛁 What’s included:
✔ Gentle Wash
✔ Blow Dry
✔ Full De-Shed Treatment
✔ Nail Check
✔ Ear Clean
✔ Plenty of patience and gentle handling

Ideal for short-haired dogs such as Staffies, Pugs, French Bulldogs, Boxers, and Labradors.

💷 Introductory Price: £15–£25 (based on size)
📍 Based in Chepstow.
📅 Limited appointments available

These sessions are a great way to keep on top of shedding and coat care while helping me practice safe and comfortable dog handling during my training. Your support means everything as I grow this new side of the business!

📩 Message to book or ask any questions — I’d love to hear from you and meet your lovely dog.

18/06/2025

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17/06/2025

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02/06/2025

27/05/2025

Hello there 👋

Thought I would introduce myself - I’m Leah (human) and I’m the trainer and educator at Hecate Training Academy and here next to me is my lovely assistant Gizmo who you may meet if you do any virtual sessions with us! I also have another dog called Dobby who is less likely to make an appearance often as she is a bit of a complex creature due to her rescue background, bless her! ❤️‍🩹

Incase you wanted to know a little bit about me - I originally worked within Mental Health and absolutely love human behaviour and retrained after covid by going to University of South Wales to complete my FdSc in Animal Welfare while working within a rehoming centre as an Animal Welfare Assistant for Blue Cross in Newport 💙

I then went to work as a trainer delivering classes and 121 sessions for puppy, adolescent, adult and rescue dogs and later dealing with reactive dogs, supporting owners in 121 sessions and group classes for Dogs Trust as a Dog School Coach in Bristol 💛

I decided to spread my wings and offer sessions outside of my organisation with welfare being my priority - I believe in force free training (kindness is scientifically proven to work) and I want to make support accessible and affordable by offering a variation of support to meet owners needs! 🤍

I am first aid qualified and insured - these certificates can be requested if you’re wanting some peace of mind also. Please do reach out with any questions and hopefully we can work as a team and get you where you want to be ❤️🐾

26/05/2025

Did You Know Monday!

Horses have incredible memory?
Horses don’t just live in the moment — they remember past experiences, especially those tied to emotion. A horse who’s been treated kindly will remember and trust you, even after a long gap. Similarly, negative experiences can lead to lasting fear or hesitation.

They can recall:
• Specific handlers (by voice, posture, and scent)
• Past locations and how they felt there
• Training cues or routines, even years later

This highlights the importance of calm, consistent, and patient interactions.
Routine, gentle handling, and a stress-free environment help horses feel secure. You’re not just training a response — you’re shaping a memory. And with horses, that memory really sticks.

19/05/2025

Did You Know Monday!

Cats have a unique “vocabulary” for their humans?
Cats rarely use vocalisations with each other past kittenhood — most of those meows, chirps, and trills are just for you! Over time, cats develop a “language” specific to their person, using distinct sounds to express wants, needs, or affection.

For example:
• A short, soft meow might mean “hello”
• A drawn-out “mraaaooow” might mean “feed me, human”
• Chirps and trills can be friendly greetings or cues to follow them

Tuning into your cat’s cues builds a better bond.
Combine what you hear with their body language — tail position, ear movement, pupil size — and you’ll be amazed at how much they’re trying to say. Respecting their communication helps create a more harmonious relationship