Rovers Return Dog Training And Behaviour Consultant

23/09/2025

🙄 You know when you let your dog off the lead and they refuse to be put back on the lead when it's time to go home? 🙄

I have a great tip for that.

Always carry your tastiest treats with you. At least during the early stages of training, your dog is far more likely to come back to you when they know there's something in it for them!
I recommend that before you let your dog off their lead, give them a tasty treat and play some games with them so that they don't immediately run off and lose interest in you. Before you put them back on their lead, scatter some food on the ground and say ooh look at this and make a big deal out of it, when they are engaged gently pop their lead back on.

Try it and see the difference it makes! Our customers have had great success with this one simple change. 🙌

Want to learn more about how we can help you? Send us a DM and we'll get straight back to you. 💕

22/09/2025

📣 𝗞𝗟𝗔𝗫𝗢𝗡! 📣

Who would like to hop on a call and get information about your dogs behaviour and what can be done to change it?

Here's what our programs will do for you and your dog:

🐾 Stop the embarrassment and feel the pride sink in as your dog walks calmly by your side
🐾 Not pulling and barking toward other dogs
🐾 Start to enjoy your walks with your family & dog.

These call are free!!

So get in quick beforeyour dog behaviour gets worse!

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20/09/2025

The most rewarding part of my job is seeing transformations like this.

Amy contacted me when she was pregnant, overwhelmed by her two reactive French bulldogs. Walks were a nightmare, and visitors were a source of stress.

​But look at them now! Through our foundation program, patience, and consistency, Amy has transformed her pups' behavior. She can now enjoy peaceful family walks with her baby and her much calmer girls.

This is proof that you can change your dog's behavior with kindness and dedication.

​Struggling with your dog's reactivity? Let's talk.

19/09/2025

When your advice as a dog trainer is met with resistance, what do you do? I recently had to walk away from a client who wouldn't listen, and it got me thinking.

I made a new video about navigating those awkward conversations with clients who ignore your advice. It's tough, but sometimes you have to know when to walk away.

Watch it below

Has this ever happened to you? Share your stories in the comments!

16/09/2025

Win Week: A Story of Calmness and Trust

It's Win Week, and we're kicking things off with a fantastic success story!

Meet Sue and her two energetic spaniels. When Sue first reached out, our goal was to tackle loose-lead walking.

But as soon as I arrived, it was clear we needed to start with something more fundamental: calmness.
Her dogs were filled with so much excitement, barking at every little thing.

I was honest with Sue—we couldn't fix the lead walking until we addressed their overall state of mind.
Thankfully, she trusted me, and we shifted our focus to developing their thinking skills, self-control, and using rewards effectively.

The results? Absolutely incredible. Without a single session dedicated to lead walking, their walks became easier and more focused.

But the real win came from Sue's message, which included a video of her two girls calmly relaxing on a train.

This is something that would have been unimaginable before we started our work.

It just goes to show that building a solid foundation of calmness can lead to amazing transformations. A huge well done to Sue and her girls!

Take a look at the video!

15/09/2025

Is your dog lunging, barking, or pulling on the leash when they see another dog or person?

🤯 Our specialised behaviour assessment for reactive dogs is the solution you've been looking for.

We'll pinpoint the root cause of their reactivity and teach you the skills to manage and improve their behavior.

Stop managing the problem and start solving it. Book your assessment today!

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12/09/2025

Is your dog on a mission to greet every pup they see? 🐶

It's a common thought that all dogs want to be friends, but that's not always the case! Teaching your dog that they don't have to say hello to every dog they meet can prevent a lot of stress for everyone.

Some dogs need their space and find interactions challenging. This isn't just about barking or lunging—it can also show up as hiding, freezing, or lying down. Approaching a dog that doesn't want to interact can be intimidating for them.

Learn to read both your dog's and other dogs' body language, and only allow interactions when it's clear both dogs are happy to engage. If your dog doesn't have reliable recall, it's safer to keep them on a lead to prevent unwanted greetings.

I have some great recall programs to help you gain that control. DM me to find out more!

11/09/2025

11.9 lb down!

When you put the work in and be consistent you see results.

'Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results' (apparently Einstein)

Same with your dog training

Doing nothing gets you nothing

10/09/2025

The arrogance and ignorance of the same people who won't put their dogs on lead and have zero control are the same telling us that certain breeds (generally Mali's, bullies, rottys etc) need a firm hand and rewards don't work, yet a wolf has been trained using rewards!

If a wolf, that has the instincts of a wild animal can be trained then I'm very sure a domesticated dog breed can!

🔥🔥🔥👏👏👏👏

10/09/2025

Choice is something that is part of my classes, 1-2-1 and especially behaviour work

Our dogs don't get many choices.

We choose when they walk, what and when they eat (except when eating something they shouldn't 😂) and even when they can go to the toilet!

We tell them what to do and when to do it.

In some scenarios this is necessary, however, developing a dog that makes great choices helps their confidence, reduces anxiety, and improves their overall behaviour.

Take a look at this blog

As canine guardians, we often focus on teaching our dogs what we want them to do - sit, stay, walk nicely on the lead. While these are useful skills, one of the most powerful ways we can improve behaviour and wellbeing is by giving dogs more choice in their daily lives.The Power of ChoiceChoice redu...

09/09/2025

Building new habits for your reactive dog takes patience and consistency.

It's not about punishing unwanted behaviors, but about conditioning new, positive ones.

Instead of reacting to a trigger, we can teach our dogs to do something different, like looking at us for a treat or playing a game.

This process won't happen overnight. It takes time, repetition, and a lot of positive reinforcement to change your dog's emotional response.

Celebrate the small victories and don't get discouraged by setbacks. Every training session is a step forward.

Share your journey in the comments below!

What's one new behavior you're working on with your reactive dog?

08/09/2025

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗴'𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗵𝗮𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗼 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲.

At Rovers Return Dog Training, we know that to fix a problem, you have to understand the cause.

That's why our behaviour modification process starts with a thorough assessment—it's the only way to get real, lasting results.

We'll talk through every aspect of your dog's life, from their health and safety to their emotional well-being and daily routine.

We'll listen to your concerns and get to the bottom of the "why" behind the behaviour.

This isn't just a quick chat; it's the first step toward a personalized plan that will make a real difference.

Let's find the solution together. Book your free consultation call today and take the first step toward a happier life for both of you.