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“Is your dog friendly?”

Why I now answer this misguided question with “no”, and what questions we should be asking other dog owners instead.

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Pawsome Guidance

A guide to the cues and skills that we at Tristen’s Puppy Gym use regularly during training sessions and our one-on-one “Pawsome sessions”.

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How to: Leave Your Dog Home Alone

Our best tips for getting your dog ready to be left alone without causing any separation anxieties or unwanted behaviours like chewing on your shoes or peeing on the carpet.

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Water Play

Help your dog to gain confidence around water and all the things that come along with water activities.

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Is this food safe for my dog?

Check our list to see if that food your dog ate requires a trip to the vet, or if it’s okay as an occasional treat.

Lists of foods that are safe, recommended in small amounts, best to avoid, and toxic.

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Tie Up Exercises

Practising tie-up exercises is a way for our dogs to relax in any situation.

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Name Training

Because we are using their name as a cue we need to train it just like any other skill.

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Crate Training: FAQs

How, What, When, Where, Why??

The Frequently Asked Questions about Crate Training

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