Dainty Dog Training

Dainty Dog Training West Lothian based dog trainer. Dachshund training club on monday evenings.

Group classes
121 training
Walk & train

Booking ➡️ https://www.daintydogtraining.co.uk/

Unit 12 Knightsridge Industrial Estate

02/06/2026

🐾 Why Marker Words Matter 🐾

When incorporating impulse control into your dog’s training plan, it’s important that they fully understand what your marker words mean.

For my dogs, I use several different markers:

✔️ Click – The behaviour is correct; food is coming to you.

✔️ Yes – The behaviour is correct; a reward is coming.

✔️ Take it – You may now access the food on the ground.

✔️ Strike – You may access the toy and engage in play.

✔️ Uh oh – That wasn’t quite right; let’s try again.

Each marker has a specific meaning and helps create clarity for the dog. For example, if I’m holding a toy while chatting with someone and accidentally say “yes,” my dog may assume they’re being released to grab the toy. Without clear, consistent markers, misunderstandings can happen.

By giving different rewards their own marker words, your dog learns exactly what is expected and what they have permission to do. This clarity can improve impulse control, reduce rude play, prevent unwanted chasing, and make training more effective overall.

Clear communication builds confident dogs. 🐕✨

Handsome Jed working on some confidence building tonight 🐾
01/06/2026

Handsome Jed working on some confidence building tonight 🐾

🐾 Loose Leash Skills Class Starting This June! 🐾Tired of being pulled down the street? Join us this June for our brand-n...
01/06/2026

🐾 Loose Leash Skills Class Starting This June! 🐾

Tired of being pulled down the street? Join us this June for our brand-new Loose Leash Skills Class!

Over 3 weeks, you’ll learn practical training techniques to make walks more enjoyable, strengthen your relationship with your dog, and help them better understand what being on lead means.

📅 Dates:
• 19th June
• 26th June
• 3rd July

📍 Location: Our training unit in Livingston

💷 Cost: £60

Whether your dog pulls, zig-zags, or just struggles to focus outdoors, this class will give you the skills and confidence to enjoy walking together.

📩 DM us for more information or book your space online:
https://www.daintydogtraining.co.uk/service-page/leash-skills?referral=service_list_widget

Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment! 🐕

You’ve probably noticed we’ve been pretty quiet on social media over the last week and there’s a good reason for that! ☀...
30/05/2026

You’ve probably noticed we’ve been pretty quiet on social media over the last week and there’s a good reason for that! ☀️🐾

The hot weather has definitely played a part. When temperatures rise in this country, it’s important to remember that it’s not just the outdoors that heat up. Our homes are built to retain heat, meaning there’s often very little escape from it. All of that warmth can be exhausting, not just for our dogs but for us too!

Over the past week, if my dogs have wanted to get out and do something, we absolutely have. But if they’ve preferred to relax, I haven’t pushed it. Instead, I’ve used it as an opportunity to remind them and myself that sometimes doing nothing is perfectly okay.

Rest is important. Not every day needs to be packed with adventures, training sessions, or long walks. Sometimes the best thing we can do for our dogs is listen to what they need and adjust accordingly.

As much as I’ve enjoyed the sunshine, I’ll admit I’m looking forward to getting back to a more normal routine where my days aren’t squeezed into early mornings and late evenings! 😅

How have your dogs coped with the warmer weather this week? Let us know in the comments! 👇🐶

🐾 Tuesday Night Puppy Class - Livingston 🐾 June 16th 7:15pm Looking to give your puppy the very best start? Join our f...
28/05/2026

🐾 Tuesday Night Puppy Class - Livingston 🐾

June 16th 7:15pm

Looking to give your puppy the very best start? Join our fun and supportive 5-week puppy course designed to build strong foundations from the very beginning. Start your puppy’s journey the right way with:
✔️ Solid foundation training
✔️ Essential obedience skills
✔️ Impulse control exercises
✔️ Confidence building
✔️ Positive reinforcement methods
✔️ Strengthening your bond with your puppy

Spaces are limited secure your spot today! 🐶✨

Book here - https://www.daintydogtraining.co.uk/service-page/puppy-class?referral=service_list_widget

Willow feeling relaxed after training tonight 💤💤
25/05/2026

Willow feeling relaxed after training tonight 💤💤

25/05/2026

Reminder! ☀️🐶

Today has been recorded as the hottest day of the year so far, so please don’t feel you need to rush home from work to walk your dog. They will be absolutely fine waiting until later in the evening when temperatures start to cool down.

Things you can do in the meantime:
• Garden treat hunts
• Frozen treats
• Settle time outside
• Plenty of fresh water
• Lots of access to shade
• Small training sessions
• Puzzle games
• Play in the garden

If you feel your dog may be getting dehydrated, use cool water behind their ears, under their armpits, and on their paws to help cool them down.

Keep your puppies cool and enjoy your walk later this evening or early tomorrow morning instead 🐾

24/05/2026

Hot take 🌭
Your dachshund doesn’t need another licki mat added to the collection.

They need opportunities to use their nose, dig, explore, problem solve, and safely express the behaviours they were literally bred for.

Breed-specific outlets matter.
Let them be a dachshund. 🤎

Well done to Charlie and Remy who completed their loose leash course tonight! Lots of new skills over the last few weeks...
22/05/2026

Well done to Charlie and Remy who completed their loose leash course tonight! Lots of new skills over the last few weeks to work on to perfect their leash walking 😍

Fancy joining us next time? Keep an eye out for new dates being announced!

Back with little Brodie tonight and we learned all about the art of doing nothing 🧘‍♀️
21/05/2026

Back with little Brodie tonight and we learned all about the art of doing nothing 🧘‍♀️

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