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Help with Hounds - Behaviourist & Trainer

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Help with Hounds - Behaviourist & Trainer

🐾Behavioural Issues, Anxiety, Rescues, Life skills, Puppy
🦮Training & Support. Ethical & Fear Free
🟢Certified Behaviourist. Vet recommended

18/06/2026

🐕The most common training mistake I see

Dog trainer • anxious dog • dog behaviourist • dog owners • essex

16/06/2026

When this dog’s guardian first came to me, their dog was terrified of the outside world. Everyday activities, including walks and even toilet breaks had become incredibly challenging and stressful for both of them.

After our first session, I put a structured plan in place and provided guidance on the changes needed to help build this dog’s confidence. But the real credit goes to the guardian, who followed the plan consistently and committed fully to the process

The results speak for themselves. 🐾

This once fearful dog is now enjoying 2–3 walks every single day and is no longer scared of the outside world. Watching dogs and their families regain their confidence and quality of life is exactly why I love what I do.

Consistency, patience, and the right support can make an incredible difference. ❤️

Dog trainer • anxious dog • dog behaviourist • dog owners • essex

11/06/2026

This is Beans 🐾

An overseas rescue with a traumatic past. When we first met, my presence alone made him uncomfortable. He would snarl and lunge if I approached and needed to stay on lead for safety.

This week, we walked into the house together with Beans off lead, and he was happy to engage ❤️

A reminder that behaviour is communication. Fear, anxiety, and past experiences matter. Trust isn’t built through punishment—it’s built through patience, consistency, and positive associations.

Progress takes time, but it’s always worth celebrating.

Well done, Beans 🐾

Dog trainer • anxious dogs • dog behaviourist • dog owners • essex

09/06/2026

How responsive is your dog to your voice? 🐾

Reliable cues don’t happen by chance. They need to be clear, consistently taught, and progressed at your dog’s pace. Expecting too much too soon can lead to confusion and frustration for both ends of the lead.

Start simple, build success, and gradually increase distractions as your dog gains confidence and understanding.

Clear communication creates confident dogs. ❤️

How responsive is your dog when you call or give a cue? 👇

04/06/2026

🐾 Want a better-behaved puppy? Start playing more. 🐾

As a dog behaviourist, one of the most valuable things you can do with your puppy every single day is play with them—especially interactive games like tug.

Some people think tug creates bad habits (due to terrible myths) but when played correctly, it’s actually one of the best training tools you can use.

A structured game of tug teaches your dog:

✅ Manners around excitement
✅ How to start a game appropriately
✅ How to let go when asked
✅ Better engagement and focus on you
✅ That mouthing people isn’t acceptable
✅ Impulse control and self-regulation
✅ Trust, confidence, and a stronger bond

And the best part?

🐕 It’s suitable for virtually every breed and size of dog.
🔥 It’s a fantastic mental and physical energy burner.
❤️ It strengthens your relationship while teaching important life skills.

Don’t underestimate the power of play—it isn’t just fun, it’s training disguised as a game.

Do you play tug with your dog? Tell me your dog’s favourite game in the comments! 👇

Link to 10% off tug toys!
https://tug-e-nuff.com/HELPWITHHOUNDS

Dog trainer • puppy training • dog behaviourist • dog owners • essex

02/06/2026

🐾 3 things every dog guardian needs to remember 🐾

1️⃣ Your dog is ALWAYS learning
Every interaction, every walk, every reaction… your dog is taking information in. Training doesn’t just happen in “sessions” — it happens all day, every day.

2️⃣ Work with the dog in front of you
Not the dog you imagined.
Not the dog you had before.
Not somebody else’s dog on social media.

Your dog is an individual, and progress starts when we meet them where they are.

3️⃣ Dogs will only do what feels safe, rewarding, or helps them avoid fear
Behaviour is communication, not “stubbornness” or “badness.” When we understand the “why,” everything changes.

The more we understand our dogs, the better we can support them 💙

Which one resonates with you most? 👇

Dog training • puppy trainer • dog behaviourist • dog owner • Colchester

29/05/2026

☀️Simple and Cheap cold treat for those hot days

Dog trainer • puppy training • behaviourist • puppy owners

28/05/2026

Brinkley’s daily obsession? Her Fish Flattie from Skipper’s Pet Products 🐟😂

I’m pretty sure she would actually combust if she missed her after-dinner Flattie lol. The second dinner is finished, she’s waiting for it like clockwork.

But honestly, they’ve been amazing for more than just making her happy 👇

✨ Great for dental health
✨ Helps keep teeth naturally clean
✨ Packed with natural goodness

Brinkley is now 9 years old, and at her recent vet check the vet was genuinely shocked at how clean her teeth were — she actually thought they’d been professionally cleaned 😅

Nope. Just a solid diet and a daily Fish Flattie after dinner.

If your dog loves fish treats or you’re looking for a natural dental chew, definitely give these a try 🐶

Grab yours here and get a discount using my link below 👇

https://www.skipperspetproducts.com/HELPWITHHOUNDS25

Skipper's Pet Products

26/05/2026

Help with Hounds - Certified Behaviourist - Helping dogs become happier companions - 1-2-1 support and coaching - Coggeshall - Essex

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Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 3pm
Saturday	8am - 1pm

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