Sharon West Dog Training & Behaviour

06/08/2026

Looking for a couple of Dog related/animal related traders to join us for our Santa Paws Event in Enniskillen on Saturday 5th December. £15 per stall.

04/08/2026

Only a couple of places left

02/08/2026

Don't wait book in for an assessment

16/07/2026

16/07/2026

Studies on dogs, primates, and rodents show that even mild hyperthermia affects the prefrontal cortex — the part of the brain responsible for impulse control, decision‑making, and behavioural inhibition.

When body temperature rises by 1–2°C, the brain:

🔘processes information more slowly

🔘becomes more reactive to movement

🔘loses fine motor control

🔘struggles with inhibition

Heat alters the nervous system’s ability to regulate arousal

References:
Hall, E. J., Carter, A. J., & Bradshaw, J. W. S. (1999).
Effects of mild hyperthermia on working dogs.
Journal of Comparative Physiology B.

Bruchim, Y., et al. (2017).
Heat stress and the canine nervous system.
Frontiers in Veterinary Science.

Kiyatkin, E. A. (2019).
Brain hyperthermia and behavioural inhibition.

28/06/2026

Working with adolescent dogs is always a challenge for owners, they are erratic, testing boundaries, selective hearing, all due to the hormonal changes.

Adolescence can be one of the most challenging stages of owning a Doberman. Between around 6 and 24 months, many owners find that their previously well-behaved puppy suddenly becomes impulsive, excitable, easily distracted or even reactive. This isn't because they're being stubborn or dominant—it's because their brain is still developing, and they're learning how to cope with an increasingly exciting world.

Using kind, evidence-based training, we work together to develop reliable manners, improve focus, strengthen relationships and help your adolescent Doberman grow into the well-balanced adult you know they can become.

28/06/2026

These three dogs and their owners have been with me for 8 weeks, and signed for another four weeks, they have come a long way since the beginning, well done to their amazing owners who are a fantastic group xx (Thank you Dom for the picture)

27/06/2026

15/06/2026

This beautiful wee boy is 13 years old but very sprightly, can't be homed with cats, and young children, simply because he's not used to them, looking for a lovely home, anybody know anybody?

26/05/2026

New puppy class, small classes so your pups aren't overwhelmed, pre booking essential as places go fast