Holistic Hounds Oxford

Holistic Hounds Oxford I help dog guardians solve training and behaviour challenges using ethical, positive and effective methods in Oxfordshire.

I am Rhiannon, a qualified dog trainer with the Institute of Modern Dog Training with a degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare.

29/07/2026

The thing I never skip in any client’s behaviour plan.

If you’re struggling with your dog’s behaviour, maybe they aren’t reliable off lead, perhaps destructive in the home, or displaying barking and lunging behaviours towards things on walks - PLAY is even more important.

It’s going to make our dog feel good, us feel good, and have a positive impact on their behaviour. Win, win, win! 🙌🏼

Comment the word PLAY below for a free guide, and a fun summer of play with your dog!

26/07/2026

If you want to be able to understand your dog more, listen up!

You had a very busy day, went somewhere new, did exciting things, met new people and maybe some dogs. Perhaps your dog had a great time, or possibly it was a bit tricky for them.

And then the next day they’re unsettled, their ears seem switched off on your walk, or you might be seeing more barky and lunging behaviours. What has happened!

A dog’s brain gets tired like ours, their ability to tolerate situations and control impulses reduces.

With that pattern, if you’ve had a day that has been full of challenging things (whether they went well or not) then following up with a gentle decompression day is so needed.

Adult dogs need between 14-16 hours of sleep (with younger dogs and puppies needing even more!), this sleep helps them to physically recover, process experiences, and keep the brain healthy.

Share this with someone whose dog is always on the go!

24/07/2026

Holly’s been obsessed with the Aero tug since it arrived! 😁 She’s not a huge tugger, but this has been a game changer.

Get yours with 10% via my link - https://tug-e-nuff.com/holistichounds (Ad/Aff)

My sensitive dog had three emergency medical appointments in a single day and here’s how we got it done whilst minimisin...
21/07/2026

My sensitive dog had three emergency medical appointments in a single day and here’s how we got it done whilst minimising fallout.

Shoutout to VJP Veterinary Rehabilitation for being the best human to have in your corner 🫶🏼

Send this to a friend with a dog who struggles with vet visits!

If when you’re out with your sensitive dog you find it hard to advocate for you and your dog’s space… Here’s your permis...
07/07/2026

If when you’re out with your sensitive dog you find it hard to advocate for you and your dog’s space…

Here’s your permission to shout it from the rooftops 📣

You and your sensitive/big feelings/reactive/nervous DESERVE to take up space, but not everyone understands and actively gives you that sometimes.

So practise these at home, do it in the mirror, say it with your whole chest like you’re the most confident person in the world 💃 Trust me, fake it till you make it really does work!

Save this to come back to, and comment below - what phrases do you use to advocate? 🤔

I’m a behaviourist and I had to deal with an instance of resource guarding between my own two dogs 😳Situations like this...
27/06/2026

I’m a behaviourist and I had to deal with an instance of resource guarding between my own two dogs 😳

Situations like this are going to happen. Dogs are animals at the end of the day, and they’re going to have periods of time/days/moments where they have a need or want and communicate that.

It’s just they don’t use words to do it.

How they’re dealt with, reflected on, and moved forward with is what matters!

Save this to come back to when you need it, and share with others multi-dog households!

22/06/2026

If you’re not spending a few minutes doing this with your dog on walks, you’re missing out!

Trick training is often overlooked and thought of as a non-important way to spend time with our dogs.

But it couldn’t be less true!

Trick training builds engagement, trust, confidence, communication, and skills for navigating the environment.

It is especially beneficial for dogs with big feelings and a great mental stimulation exercise for those on restricted exercise too.

Not sure how to train a trick? Comment MIDDLE, SPIN, or TOUCH below and the one with the most votes I will post a full tutorial for training it.

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