Positive Direction Dog Training & Behaviour

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Positive Direction Dog Training & Behaviour

A positive, force-free, fear-free canine behaviourist specialising in rescue dogs ♥️

17/06/2026

I often ask clients how THEY might feel/react in certain situations. If they might be annoyed if someone pushed them off the sofa or took their food away. If they’d like to meet and interact with total strangers in their house. Things like that.

I know that dogs are different from humans - I’m not daft. But many of the behaviours we witness in our dogs are comparable to the behaviours of other mammals - including humans. Most of all, when I ask these questions, I’m trying to encourage empathy. To remind people that dogs - like us - have a whole range of emotions and emotional responses.

Reflection is the key to empathy ❤️

16/06/2026

I had my first session with Sheena before my holiday, and I loved finding out more about this beautiful older lady. She lives an idyllic life on a Scottish island, but her mum feels she’s just been a bit…blue lately.

After a trip to the vet, Sheena had to have 10 teeth removed 😱😱😱 It’s quite likely this was impacting her mood in a big way - dogs can be very stoical when they’re in pain. Hopefully, she’ll feel a lot more comfortable now, and our work together can properly begin!

Get well soon, lovely girly ❤️🐾

15/06/2026

We’re back after our lovely break! Feeling refreshed and full of energy 💪

Drop me a message today if you’re struggling with your dog, and would like a free chat on the phone ❤️

29/05/2026

☀️We’re all going on a Summer holiday!☀️😎

We’re heading off on a nice relaxing break for the next 2 weeks. See you all soon! 🍹❤️🐾

28/05/2026

I had the absolute honour of working with this girl over video call yesterday 😍 Let me introduce you to Tara 🐾

Tara is a shy girl, but she’s come SO far under her mum’s kind and gentle care. The bond they’ve built is really special, and that’s exactly where we need to be to help Tara with the next steps in her journey.

We’d really like Tara’s world to get a bit bigger, and going for a little walk is our goal. I’m completely confident that we can do it - Tara is shy, yes, but she’s also playful, loving and curious about the world around her. Getting out and about will be a good thing for her - we wouldn’t be working towards that goal otherwise!

Keep an eye out for updates on Tara’s journey to confidence and adventures 🐾❤️

27/05/2026

I’m SO happy to announce that I’m now working with two fabulous new rescue organisations, helping to support them and their adopters in the important work they do ❤️

Sand to Sofa Rescue and Thistle Paws Dog Rescue are both Scotland-based organisations that look after and find homes for needy souls overseas. I’m really impressed with the ethos and processes that these lovely, kind and resilient people use to do their life-saving work both here and abroad. I’m so proud to be involved in dog rescue, and this is an exciting new step for sure 😍

Remember to give them both a follow too! ❤️🐾

26/05/2026

How does your dog cope with change? 🐾

I speak to lots of people who have nervous or reactive dogs, and change can be VERY hard for them. Even something as simple as rearranging the furniture, or someone getting a new haircut, can throw them off.

I have 2 Romanian rescue dogs, both of whom have been nervous/fearful/reactive during some parts of their lives with me. Last week, the whole family (cat included) moved out while some work was being done on our house. We were staying in a place we’d never been to before, and I was a little bit worried about how stressful it would be for them.

But I should have known - my babies never cease to amaze me. After some initial confusion, they settled down beautifully and we actually ended up having a lovely week. The main source of stress came from me trying to fix the WiFi so I could work from the Airbnb 😂 Dogs, cat - unbothered ❤️

Sometimes when we expect the worst, we’re being unfair to our dogs. It’s hard, but putting a bit of faith and trust in them can teach us a lot. Have you ever challenged your belief system about what your dog is and isn’t capable of? 🐾

24/05/2026

Honestly the story of my life 😒

23/05/2026

There’s a heatwave coming! ☀️ 🕶️

So here comes your yearly reminder that dogs get overheated MUCH more quickly than we do, and it’s important to avoid walking them during the warmest parts of the day. We shouldn’t need to remind people about this, but I still see people walking dogs that are clearly struggling in this weather.

Early morning and later evening walks - or skipping walks altogether - is highly recommended. Your dog will be fine missing a walk or two! Think about how you can keep them cool and comfortable at home - avoid energetic activities, provide plenty of fresh water, keep blinds and curtains drawn if your house heats up quickly. It’s not rocket science!

My two are pretty groggy when it’s hot, so I’m not too worried about them exerting themselves. They much prefer a snooze than a run in this weather - me too! ❤️🐾

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