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Ed's Dog Training LEARN to SPEAK DOG Positive reinforcement behaviour training for dogs, puppies & owners. Certified Dog Trainer & Energetic Animal Communicator.

๐Ÿพ I don't try to sound like every other trainer; I just try to make sure you understand what you and your dog need to do...
09/08/2026

๐Ÿพ I don't try to sound like every other trainer; I just try to make sure you understand what you and your dog need to do.

Thank you, Natalie, for noticing and for these lovely words, it means a lot. ๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿพ FAQ: My dog pulls on the lead when they see another animal. What can I do?If your walks turn into a tug-of-war the sec...
07/08/2026

๐Ÿพ FAQ: My dog pulls on the lead when they see another animal. What can I do?

If your walks turn into a tug-of-war the second another dog, cat, or squirrel appears, you're not alone. This is one of the most common behaviour issues dog owners deal with.

Dogs pulling toward other animals usually comes from one of a few places:

Excitement โ€” your dog wants to greet or play and can't contain the urge

Frustration โ€” they've learned the lead stops them from reaching what they want, which builds tension

Fear or insecurity โ€” some dogs lunge or pull to create distance, not close it

Prey drive โ€” smaller or fast-moving animals can trigger a chase instinct

Here's what you can do about it ๐Ÿ‘‡

โœ… Add distance. If your dog is already pulling hard, you're too close to the trigger. Cross the street or step behind a car until they can see the animal without losing sight of it.

โœ… Reward the calm moment. The instant they notice the animal, but before they start pulling, mark it and treat. You're teaching them that seeing another animal = good things happen with you, not "must get over there."

โœ… Teach "watch me." Practice eye contact on cue somewhere boring first, then use it near distractions. It gives your dog a job instead of letting them fixate.

โœ… Try the engage-disengage game. Let them glance at the animal, then reward when they look back at you. Repeat. Builds the habit of checking in instead of staring.

โœ… Use the right gear. A Gencon head collar is my top recommendation; it gives you excellent control with minimal effort and reduces frustration for both you and your dog.

โœ… Don't punish the pulling. Yanking or scolding often increases frustration or fear, which can make things worse in the long term. Reward the behaviour you want instead.

Consider working with a trainer if your dog lunges, barks, or growls intensely, the behaviour is getting worse despite consistent training, you feel unsafe walking your dog, or you suspect fear or anxiety is driving it, not just excitement.

A professional can tailor a plan to your dog's specific triggers and help you avoid common training mistakes.

Ready for calmer walks? Book a free call and let's build your dog's training plan together. ๐Ÿ‘‰https://edsdogtraining.co.uk/products/book-a-call/

One of the biggest mistakes I hear people saying is, "I just want my dog to stop barking."But here's the thing... barkin...
04/08/2026

One of the biggest mistakes I hear people saying is, "I just want my dog to stop barking."

But here's the thing... barking isn't bad. ๐Ÿถ

It's how dogs communicate. They bark when they're excited, worried, frustrated, alerting us to something, or sometimes just because they're having fun. Expecting a dog to never bark is a bit like expecting a person to never speak.

What many people don't realise is that barking is often the first step on a dog's communication ladder. It's their way of saying, "I'm uncomfortable," "I'm worried," or "I need some space."

If we punish or try to completely stop that first stage of communication, we risk teaching the dog that barking doesn't work.

And if that happens, Instead of feeling heard they may skip those early warning signs altogether and move straight to behaviours that seem much more aggressive, such as growling, snapping or even biting, because they feel they have no other way to get their message across.

Instead of trying to stop barking completely, teach your dog that it's okay to let you know something's happening, but when you ask them to stop, they can switch off and relax.

That way, your dog still has a voice, but you also have a way of saying, "Thanks, I've heard you. I've got it from here."

Training isn't about suppressing natural behaviours. It's about understanding why your dog is barking, listening to what they're trying to tell you, and then teaching them a calmer way to communicate when appropriate.

A quiet dog isn't always a happy dog. Sometimes they're simply a dog that has learned nobody listens until they have no choice but to shout louder.

If you'd like to teach your dog that you have heard them and that it's okay to stop barking, I've put together an easy-to-follow online programme that takes you through the whole process step by step. It helps you build understanding, improve communication, and teach your dog a reliable "thank you, that's enough" cueโ€”without taking away their voice.

The link is below ๐Ÿ‘‡

https://edsdogtraining.co.uk/barking-mad/

๐Ÿ˜‚ Why didn't the dog play football?Because he was a boxer! ๐ŸฅŠ๐Ÿ•
01/08/2026

๐Ÿ˜‚ Why didn't the dog play football?

Because he was a boxer! ๐ŸฅŠ๐Ÿ•

"We love taking our dogs out with us, but they just don't settle. What can we do?" ๐ŸพCafes, pub gardens, friends' houses ...
30/07/2026

"We love taking our dogs out with us, but they just don't settle. What can we do?" ๐Ÿพ

Cafes, pub gardens, friends' houses it's so much nicer when your dog can just relax next to you instead of pacing, whining, or barking.

The good news: settling is a skill you can train, just like sit or recall.

Here's where to start:

๐Ÿ”น Practice at home first

Don't wait until you're out to teach this. Start by rewarding calm behaviour on a mat or bed at home, lying down, sighing, relaxing their body. This becomes the behaviour you'll ask for later in busier places.

๐Ÿ”น Give them a "settle spot"

Bring a familiar mat, towel, or bed with you. It acts as a visual cue: "this is where I lie down and chill," no matter where you are.

๐Ÿ”น Start easy, then build up

Don't start training at a packed beer garden on a Saturday. Begin somewhere calm and low-distraction (a quiet cafรฉ, a friend's living room), and only add busier environments once your dog can settle reliably in easier ones.

๐Ÿ”น Reward calm, not just quiet

It's tempting to only reward silence, but settling is about relaxed body language too lying down, resting their head, releasing tension. Reward the whole picture, not just "not barking."

๐Ÿ”น Tire them out beforehand

A dog that's had a good walk, sniff, or play session before you go out has a much easier time settling than one who's full of pent-up energy.

๐Ÿ”น Give them something to do

A stuffed chew or long-lasting treat can help bridge the gap while they're learning; it gives them a job that naturally encourages them to lie down and settle.

๐Ÿ”น Keep sessions short at first

Don't expect an hour of calm on day one. Start with 5โ€“10 minutes of settled behaviour, reward, and build duration gradually over time.

Settling is often harder for dogs than "active" commands like sit or down, because you're asking them to do nothing for an extended period. That takes practice.

Have a question you'd like us to answer? Drop it in the comments below ๐Ÿ‘‡

Want a step-by-step plan to help your dog settle out and about? Book a free call
https://edsdogtraining.co.uk/products/book-a-call/

๐Ÿพ Does your dog have a "trigger word"? ๐ŸพYou know the one: say it out loud, and suddenly your dog is zooming, spinning, o...
28/07/2026

๐Ÿพ Does your dog have a "trigger word"? ๐Ÿพ

You know the one: say it out loud, and suddenly your dog is zooming, spinning, or barking like you just announced the best news of their life. ๐Ÿ˜‚

For some dogs it's "walkies." For others it's "dinner," "park," "car," or even just spelling W-A-L-K because they've cracked that code too. ๐Ÿ‘€

Tell us in the comments: What's the word (or spelt-out word ๐Ÿ˜…) that sets your dog off?

๐Ÿ˜‚ Every morning as a dog owner..."I am just going to wag my tail against stuff until you wake up." ๐Ÿ›๏ธ๐Ÿ•
24/07/2026

๐Ÿ˜‚ Every morning as a dog owner...

"I am just going to wag my tail against stuff until you wake up." ๐Ÿ›๏ธ๐Ÿ•

๐Ÿพ Top Tools For Training ๐ŸพThere's a lot of gear out there, and it's easy to get overwhelmed. Here's a quick breakdown of...
22/07/2026

๐Ÿพ Top Tools For Training ๐Ÿพ

There's a lot of gear out there, and it's easy to get overwhelmed. Here's a quick breakdown of common tools and where they fit in:

๐Ÿ”น Clicker

A small device that makes a distinct "click" sound the instant your dog does the right thing. It marks the exact moment of good behaviour, faster and more consistently than words can. Pair it with a treat every time and your dog quickly learns "click = reward is coming."

๐Ÿ”น Treats (the right kind)

Not all treats are equal for training. Look for something small, soft, and high-value think tiny pea-sized pieces of chicken, cheese, or training-specific treats. You want your dog to eat it in one bite and stay focused on you, not chewing for 30 seconds.

๐Ÿ”น Treat pouch

A hands-free way to carry treats so you're not fumbling in your pockets mid-walk. Quick access = quick rewards = better timing, which matters more than people expect.

๐Ÿ”น Verbal marker word

Don't have a clicker on you? A consistent word, like "yes!", said in the same upbeat tone, works the same way: it marks the behaviour in the moment, and then you follow up with the reward.

๐Ÿ”น Toys / play as reward

Not every dog is food-motivated 100% of the time. For toy-driven dogs, a quick tug or fetch can be just as powerful a reward as a treat, especially for high-energy or working breeds.

๐Ÿ”น Long line (15โ€“30ft lead)

Great for practising recall or "watch me" in open spaces while still keeping your dog safe and under control.

A note on timing: The tool matters less than the timing. A treat or click delivered a few seconds too late teaches your dog the wrong thing entirely; the "when" is just as important as the "what."

Looking for help with training? Book a free call

https://edsdogtraining.co.uk/products/book-a-call/

Not all dog training is about teaching a dog to "obey".Sometimes it's about teaching the human to understand.This is whe...
21/07/2026

Not all dog training is about teaching a dog to "obey".
Sometimes it's about teaching the human to understand.

This is where my approach to training is different.
Yes, I'm a certified trainer. But I'm also an animal communicator, and I'm deeply spiritually led in the way I work with both dogs and humans.
For me, training isn't just about changing behaviour. It's about understanding why that behaviour exists in the first place.

Every dog has a story. Every emotion has a purpose. Every challenging behaviour is trying to tell us something!

When I connect with a dog, I'm not just looking at their body language, working out a theory, or deciding on a training techniques (although those are incredibly important). I'm also listening to what they are telling me on a deeper level.
I trust my intuition, I tune into the dog's emotional state, and I allow and trust my spiritual guidance to help me identify the support that both dog and their family truly need.

One of the biggest reasons my clients see such profound changes isn't because I have a "magic" training method. It is because I give the the human the knowledge they need to understand.

When you truly understand how your dog is thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world, everything changes. You stop taking their behaviour personally. You stop reacting to the behaviour and start responding to the emotion behind it. That understanding creates empathy, builds trust, and makes training so much easier because you're working with your dog instead of against them.

Of course, knowledge, learning theory, and practical training skills are essentialโ€”I use them every single day. But alongside that, I trust my intuition, my connection with animals, and the guidance I receive through Spirit.

Together, they allow me to support dogs and their humans in a way that goes beyond teaching cues and modifying behaviours!

Does that mean every trainer should work this way? Absolutely not.
But it does mean that my clients often leave with far more than a training plan. They leave with a completely different understanding of their dog!

Sometimes it's an insight that suddenly makes everything click. Sometimes it's understanding a fear that had never been recognised. Sometimes it's simply seeing their dog for who they truly are.
I believe dogs are here to teach us just as much as we're here to teach them. ๐Ÿ˜Š

My role isn't just to train dogs. It's to strengthen the relationship between dog and human by helping people understand their dogs on a much deeper level, creating trust, compassion, and lasting changeโ€”guided by both knowledge and intuition.

This blend of science, experience, communication, education, and spirituality is what makes my approach uniquely mine.

This style of training won't resonate with everyone, and that is okay. But for the people and dogs who are meant to find me, it often becomes the missing piece they've been searching for. ๐Ÿ™‚

I would love to know what you think andout my style of training.
Do you believe dogs are trying to tell us more than we sometimes realise? Or have you ever had one of those moments where everything suddenly made sense once you understood why your dog was behaving the way they were?

And if something in this post has really resonated with you, or you feel like you and your dog could do with a little extra understanding, drop me a message and.lets have a chat. ๐Ÿ™ƒ

๐Ÿพ This is what we love to see. ๐ŸพNothing beats hearing "she's a different dog" from a client, especially when it comes wi...
16/07/2026

๐Ÿพ This is what we love to see. ๐Ÿพ

Nothing beats hearing "she's a different dog" from a client, especially when it comes with a photo of that big happy smile. ๐Ÿ˜

๐Ÿ‘‰ Book a free 15-minute call and let's chat about your dog: https://edsdogtraining.co.uk/products/book-a-call/

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