Emma Patterson IMDT, Positive Reinforcement Dog Training

26/09/2025

We all have our own priorities in life, and we should be proud of what we value.

I’m a passionate dog trainer — but it’s not the only part of who I am. My top priorities will always be my family (two- and four-legged), my health, and my friends.

That doesn’t make me a bad trainer, nor does it mean you can’t trust or value my work. It simply means that when you don’t need me, I have other skills that allow me to earn a living until you do. I’m proud to be a “jack of all trades.”

What I do offer in my dog training is quality, positive, and accredited support — at a fair and affordable price. Because your dogs deserve the very best.

Wishing you all a great weekend — and stay tuned for some exciting updates soon!

23/09/2025

My website has been compromised.

Jealousy is not nessasary in any line of work.

Positive dog trainers all want the same thing (or you would think!).

Please do not try to access me via my website.

This is being dealt with by the official channels and will be rectified as soon as possible.

(I cant help being great !).

19/09/2025

Squirrel surveillance in full operation

13/09/2025

Happy Saturday folks.

My diary for training will have a few more windows of opportunity from next month.

Feel free to drop me a message and I will be happy to discuss your needs vs availability.

Please note this is for training and not behaviour work. However, if you do find yourself in need of behaviour modification then we are able to suggest help outside of "Emma Patterson Dog Training".

09/09/2025

What we wish more people knew:

🐶 Assistance Dogs don’t have to be from specialist breeders.

🧠 They can be trained by you, with the right guidance.

❤️ It’s not just about tasks. Iit’s about building safety, regulation and confidence, especially for neurodivergent children.

At PAWS, we help families train the dog they already love to meet their child’s needs with real structure, ethical methods and emotional support throughout:

https://paws-assistancedogs.com/

09/09/2025

As dog trainers and behaviour professionals, our role goes far beyond teaching cues or solving problem behaviours. Every interaction is an opportunity to either strengthen a dog’s trust—or damage it.
Quick fixes that rely on force or intimidation might look effective on the surface, but they come at a huge cost to the dog’s wellbeing. True professionalism is about patience, empathy, and evidence-based methods that respect the animal as an individual.
When we put welfare first, we don’t just get results—we build lasting relationships based on safety, understanding, and respect. 💜

05/09/2025

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23/08/2025

DOG PLAY....

We love to watch our dogs play with other dogs. But what we interpret as play can sometimes be misleading.

Reading your dogs body language is key. If your dog is constantly being persued by another dog with no equal times where one is the "chaser" and the other is the "runner" then this is not equal and your dog may be being put into a situation where their only means of defence is to react negatively towards the other dog. We do not want this to happen.

Watch dogs play and intervene where nessasary by distracting and diverting their attention to something else or offering them the opportunity to calm and relax.

Dog play is a natural part of "pack" life so its not that we should discourage, just be vigilant.

This short video shows 2 dogs "mirroring" behaviour which is healthy dog play.

Happy Saturday mx

02/08/2025

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🎉🐾 BeKind Rescue is 7 Years Old Today! 🐾🎉

Seven years ago, we started with a simple mission, to give dogs and cats the kindness, understanding, and chances they deserve. Today, we’re so proud of how far our little rescue has come. ❤️

Over the years, we’ve helped countless dogs and cats find safety, healing, and loving homes and we couldn’t have done it without you. To every follower who donates or shares our posts, every foster who opens their home, and every adopter who gives one of our dogs a forever family, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 🐶💛

The next few months are going to bring some exciting things for BeKind Rescue. we can’t wait to share them with you as we continue to grow and learn.🐕✨

We’d also love for you to join us at our BeKind Black and Yellow Ball on 15th November. It will be an evening of celebration, connection, and raising awareness for our beloved ‘dogs in yellow’. 💛 Together, we can make an even bigger difference.

Here’s to the past 7 years… and to the future. 🥂🐾

01/08/2025

Luna totally "zen" at the realisation its FRIDAY 👍💥🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

28/07/2025

28/07/2025

A couple of slots have become available for those looking for dog walking.

Walks will be carried out on a solo basis, meaning your dogs will not have to share their time. Even the most socialable characters need to feel special!.

Walks are carried out by a qualified, positive reinforcment, dog trainer. These are not training Walks but you can be confident that you dog is in good hands.

There is never a charge if you need to cancel last minute. We fully understand that life happens.

We are fully insured with a great track record of clients that have been with us for many years and continue to use this service.

Slots can be booked for 30 minutes or an hour. 30 minutes helps you tend to your dogs needs to get walked when you are busy but also keeps costs more affordable for you.

Please send a private message for availability and cost enquiries.

Happy monday.

Em x