Dean Blooman Dog Training

05/05/2026

20/04/2026

Yesterday I delivered another Canine Enrichment Workshop at Oakington Dog Day Care Centre .
The dogs were so happy to get involved with different activities and went home nice and tired. Dog owners left with a vast amount of knowledge on all things doggy enrichment. From ways to provide mental stimulation and training, to learning about subtle body language cues and what they mean.

If you would like to come along to one of my workshops, or if you have a doggy business and would like me to host a workshop with you then please send me a message.

12/04/2026

Last October I gifted a voucher as a prize to for their charity raffle to help raise money for which is a great cause.
Recently the prize winner and I managed to meet up and I got to photograph the amazing Pebbles. Isn’t she a beauty!

31/03/2026

Here we go again with our enrichment workshop!! Get in touch to book before they all go!!!

16/03/2026

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Today's first period is Science so please get your microscopes out and put your goggles on...

Did you know?

👃Dogs have 2 noses

💨When dogs sniff, the shape of the nostrils change to allow redirection of air into the upper part of the nose and more direct airflow to the area related to smell

🐾Dogs have 300 million scent receptors (compared to our 5 million)

🦠Once an odour is recognised, a pathway of tiny nerves relay signals to the brain area dedicated to smell

🏊Dogs can recognise odour at parts per trillion - imagine a tea spoon of sugar in 2 Olympic sized swimming pools

🔬There is a bone in the dogs' nose which creates a 'shelf' to separate the sniffing part from the respiratory section

🐕This shelf is lined with cilia; minuscule hair-like structures which enhance the detection of odour molecules

🔬Dogs detect odours both direct from the source and as residual odours that persist in an area long after the source has left

There goes the bell for your next lesson, please don't run in the corridors...!



https://www.medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk/anatomy

14/03/2026

Thank you to all for your patience 🙏

I am now taking bookings again so please get in touch so that we can get back to training or starting your training journey 🐾🐾🐾

24/01/2026

Everything happens for a reason, and although I still feel like I failed him. I know we also helped him find his true forever home and feel more comfortable in his own skin. He also put me on this path that I love, to make sure that I can help those that feel lost.
He is a constant reminder to look at the dog in front of me, and that every dog teaches us something new.
My young family possibly wouldn't now, so I feel no regrets, only thankfulness for him.

Get in touch today to organise your first 1-2-1 session

28/12/2025

Phil Arnold 's weekend thoughts:
Brassicas/Cruciferous Veg for Dogs. 🐶🥦
Brassica refer to a family of vegetables including Cauliflower, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage and Kale. These are often avoided in dogs, but do they need to be?
The Brassicas family has a bad rep because it can cause Gas and Bloating if not prepared in the right way.
Preparation, just like with any veg that we feed our Dogs, can be as simple as just freezing and thawing, or lightly steaming, just to break down the cellulose walls and enable efficient digestion.

Brassicas have a great range of vitamins (C, K, A, E), Minerals (Potassium, Iron, Calcium, Zinc, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Manganese), and also contain sulphoraphane - great for removing AGE's (see first comment), as well as other compounds that have antioxidant and anti-cancer properties.

HOWEVER, they do also contain glucosinolates, which convert into Goitrogenic compounds. These compounds, when fed to particularly sensitive Dogs, those with existing Thyroid issues, or on diets deficient in Iodine can impact thyroid function negatively.

The Gas and Bloating is caused by a complex sugar called Raffinose that isn't able to be properly digested, this ferments and, alongside fibre, cause gases like Methane, Sulphur, Hydrogen and Carbon Dioxide. This can be avoided by adding fresh Parsley to your Pet's bowl. Parsley contains the Carminative compounds Apiol and Myristicin. These work to improve digestion by relaxing the smooth muscles in the intestinal walls, promoting the efficient movement of food through the intestines, preventing undigested food fermenting and causing gas buildup. It also has Diuretic properties, preventing bloat from water retention.

Due to the gas and bloating risk, it is often advised to not feed large breed or deep chested dogs any of these Vegetables. However, the addition of Parsley removes much of the risk associated with bloat and Gastric Torsion.
In summary, there is plenty of negative hype surrounding the use of using Brassicas in Dog's diets, but when used properly, as a small part of their 4-5% fruit and veg portion, there is minimal risk and plenty of benefit to be had!