Kahu K9 Training

23/10/2026

🐾 OUTCOME ≠ METHOD

You can have one destination but several different routes. 💜

In dog training, the goal is to achieve the desired behaviour, but there isn't always just one way to get there.

For example, if we want our dog to sit when asked, we could:

🐾 Lure them into position
🐾 Capture a natural sit
🐾 Use a hand signal
🐾 Introduce a verbal cue
🐾 Reward successive approximations
🐾 Use the environment to encourage the behaviour

The best approach depends on the individual dog, the situation, their learning history and what we are trying to achieve.

Good training isn't about following one method blindly. It's about understanding the dog in front of you, being thoughtful and choosing the most appropriate route to success.

💜 Be flexible. Be thoughtful. Focus on the outcome, then choose the best route.

At KAHU K9 Training, we believe in empowering dogs by training humans.

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18/09/2026

🐾 7-Week Foundation Dog Training Course 🐾
Foundation classes are not just for puppies. They are for dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes.
📅 Dates:
👥 First meeting online, Wednesday, 14 October 2026
👥 6 in-person sessions, Thursdays, 15 October - 19 November
⏰Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM​
💰 Price: £229
💌 Email: [email protected]
☎️ WhatsApp: 07718309618
🏫 Worple Rd, Wimbledon, SW19 4JZ
Is your dog struggling with basic obedience? Our 7-week foundation course is perfect for building essential skills that every dog needs! Join our small group class (max 6 dogs) for hands-on training in a fun and supportive environment.
🎯 What you'll learn:
Loose lead walking
Recall
Leave & Stay commands
Down (Settle)
Impose control
No more jumping up!
How to play effectively with your dog
📚 We also cover essential topics like nutrition and dog law to help you become the best dog owner you can be!
🐶 Limited spaces available – secure your spot today!

28/06/2026

I highly recommend this course run by Robert Alleyne

If you have any questions about it let me know as I have done this course and it's really good!

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Our next unique online course runs from 5th October-27th November. We’re already receiving bookings. This course appeals to people with many different backgrounds, from pet dog owners who want to understand their own dog better, to dog walkers, vet nurses, groomers, trainers and behaviourists. From people with a hobby interest to people already running training and behaviour businesses. For more details, check out the website www.canine-instructor-academy.co.uk

30/05/2026

🐾 7-Week Foundation Dog Training Course 🐾

Foundation classes are not just for puppies. They are for dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes.

📅 Dates: Monday Online course Monday 20 July 2026
👥 6 In-person sessions, Wednesdays 22 July to 26 August​
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM​

💰 Price: £229
💌 Email: [email protected]
☎️ WhatsApp: 07718309618
🏫 Worple Rd, Wimbledon, SW19 4JZ

Is your dog struggling with basic obedience? Our 7-week foundation course is perfect for building essential skills that every dog needs! Join our small group class (max 6 dogs) for hands-on training in a fun and supportive environment.

🎯 What you'll learn:
Loose lead walking
Recall
Leave & Stay commands
Down (Settle)
Impose control
No more jumping up!
How to play effectively with your dog

📚 We also cover essential topics like nutrition and dog law to help you become the best dog owner you can be!

🐶 Limited spaces available – secure your spot today!

26/05/2026

When reached out asking if I’d be willing to trial some of their products and provide honest feedback, I was genuinely excited. I’ve actually been following them for a while already as I’m always on the lookout for products I feel confident recommending to my training clients.

Safe to say… the dogs were VERY interested in what was inside the box 👀🐾

The treats were tested on 4 very different dogs:
🐺 Skye the Husky cross
🦊 Gingie the Shiba Inu
🐶 Rubee the Cavapoochon
🐾 Freddy the Australian Labradoodle

Now… Skye and Gingie were not overly impressed with the treats 😆 but let’s be honest, do their votes fully count when both are famously fussy eaters?

Meanwhile Rubee and Freddy could not get enough of them, so the official score from the KAHU K9 taste testers is 2/4 😂

The supplements and ingredients though? Genuinely impressive and definitely something I’d recommend looking into if you’re conscious about what you’re giving your dog.

Don’t just take my word for it though… ask my furry friends 🐾

18/05/2026

🐾🎓 HUGE congratulations to Indie and her amazing mum on graduating our 4 Week Remote Collar Training Program! 🎓🐾

When Indie first started, crows, squirrels and horses were just a little too exciting 😅 Her prey drive and environmental distractions meant walks could feel stressful, unpredictable and hard to fully enjoy.

Fast forward 4 weeks and look at them now 👏🏼

Through clear communication, consistency, guidance and the correct conditioning process, Indie and her mum can now walk with so much more confidence, freedom and understanding together 🐕

This is why I always say:
Tools don’t train dogs. Training trains dogs.
The remote collar simply helped improve communication at a distance.

I am so proud of both of them and the hard work they have put in ❤️

22/04/2026

Struggling with leash pulling on walks?

You’re not alone. Even the sweetest pups can turn into sled dogs when excitement takes over.

Try this instead 👇

The Hitchhiker Method

The moment your dog pulls, calmly turn and walk the other way while giving your recall command, like “here”. When they catch up to you and the lead is loose, praise and continue.

You’re not fighting the pull… you’re teaching your dog that staying with you is what keeps the walk moving.

Consistency is everything here. Clear communication, clear outcome.

Give it a go this week and let me know how you get on 🐾

17/04/2026

Flat-faced dogs and breathing 👇

Let’s talk honestly about breeds like Pugs, French Bulldogs and Bulldogs

They are loved for their look…
But that same look often comes with real breathing problems

This is called Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome

And it can affect your dog every single day

What does it actually look like?

Snorting, snoring, noisy breathing
Struggling on walks
Overheating quickly
Gagging or retching
Seeming “lazy” or not wanting to move

That’s not personality
That’s your dog finding it hard to breathe

Now here’s the important part

There is surgery that can help

Procedures like widening the nostrils or shortening the soft palate can:

Improve airflow
Reduce stress on the body
Increase exercise tolerance
Help regulate temperature
Improve overall quality of life

This isn’t about aesthetics
It’s about welfare

Dogs shouldn’t have to fight for every breath

If you own a flat-faced breed, ask yourself honestly:

Is my dog breathing comfortably at rest?
Can they exercise without struggling?
Do they recover quickly after activity?

If the answer is no, it’s worth speaking to your vet

Early intervention can make a huge difference
And in many cases, it can extend your dog’s life

We can love these breeds
And still do better by them

Because real love means advocating for their health, not just their look 🐾

17/04/2026

Struggling with a dog that won’t listen? You’re not alone. Most dogs just need a clear, calm cue and a little patience. Try asking for a simple ‘sit’ before meals or walks. Small routines build trust and focus, one day at a time. Want more easy wins for your pup? Message me to get started. 😊

14/04/2026

From chaos to calm. Meet Zero.

Hua family felt overwhelmed. Zero pulled on his walks and they were stressful, and hope was fading.

After working with Rochelle and the PRAMA method, Zero now sits calmly, listens, and his family says, “We finally enjoy walks again.”

Every dog’s story can change. Book a free discovery call today. 🐾