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01/11/2026

Fireworks season is one night for most people. For dog owners it can be weeks.

Hugo has been afraid of fireworks since he was two, and I haven’t “fixed” it. I find this time of year genuinely hard. But here’s what I’ve refined over ten years with him, and used with my clients’ dogs too: a last daylight walk, then in for the evening, something that settles him (for Hugo, his ball and a dig), no busy places because fear spreads, and a quiet night with one or two guests at most.

If you’re thinking about medication, ring your vet today. Appointments are filling up fast and Bonfire Night is almost here.

The full post is here: https://www.hugowaydogtraining.com/blog/fireworks-season-part-2-how-hugo-and-i-get-through-it

27/10/2026

"He's scared of the most random things." I hear this a lot, and I live with it: Hugo is afraid of toast.

Fears rarely come from nowhere. They stick to whatever was around at a bad moment, spread to similar things, and build up on stressful days. Dogs also notice smells, vibrations and tiny sounds that we miss completely.

What you can do:
• Note when it happens and what came before
• Give extra rest after hard days
• Don't force your dog to face it
• Ask for help early

Hugo's toast story is on my blog: link in the comment.

If you'd like help working out what's behind your dog's reactions, message me. I'm a reactive dog trainer in Leamington Spa.

21/10/2026

Hugo is afraid of toast. Well, not the toast – the toaster. 🍞

One bad moment was enough. Since then, the pop, the smell, even the kitchen at breakfast time can be too much for him.

Fear doesn’t always make sense to us. It makes perfect sense to the dog.

The whole story is on the blog – https://www.hugowaydogtraining.com/blog/hugo-is-afraid-of-toast-how-fear-spreads-in-dogs

Does your dog have a “random” fear? Tell me in the comments.

18/10/2026

Two Saturdays left in October, 24th and 31st:

11:00 Urban Dog, Jephson Gardens and town 12:15 Social Walk, Newbold Comyn

Fireworks season has almost started, so a morning of walking and training in daylight is a good way to tire your dog out before a noisy evening.

£25 per dog, small groups.

Text or WhatsApp 07491 213255, or send me a message, to book a place.

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