Better Behaviour

This is Ravo - a stunning little boy! His owners wanted a little support with him as it had been a while since they had a young and active puppy. He is so clever and very quick to pick up new skills. No need to jump on anyone anymore - all he has to do is sit or lie beside us and he'll get lots of attention.

We also discussed sleep requirements and daily routines for pups, how to address nipping and then worked to develop a super fast response to his name and a recall cue.

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Say hello to River who is such a lovely exuberant pup!

Her dedicated owners wanted better walks 🐾 🐶 so they booked 121 lead and recall training with Al.

With expert guidance and a little hard work, they are now enjoying:

✨ Calm and loose lead walking.
✨ Confident off-lead freedom.
✨ Happy pup, happy owners.

Love your walks again.

https://mydogsbestfriend.co.uk/services/121

Lisburn, Lurgan, Banbridge & Newry

June dates are online now!

Find out more at https://mydogsbestfriend.co.uk/training-services

Still have places available……. https://mydogsbestfriend.co.uk/agility-classes

🐾 Ready to try something fun and exciting with your best friend?

Our next Foundation Agility class starts on Saturday 23 May at 10:00 at My Dogs Best Friend - NI sports field between Portadown & Lurgan.

Join us and try something a little different with your best friend. Find out more and book at https://mydogsbestfriend.co.uk/agility-classes

Small classes with expert support!

Did you know your dog might actually hate head pats? 🐶

Many just tolerate it, but a hand coming out of nowhere right over their eyes can feel super threatening and invasive.

Here are the stress signs to watch for next time you reach for their head:

Duck and cover: They lower their head or pull away.

Whites of the eyes: You see the white parts (whale eye).

Lip licking: They lick their nose or lips nervously.

Yawning: Big yawns when they aren't even tired.

Pinned ears: Their ears go flat back against their head.

Aim for the chest, chin, or the sides of their neck. They will love you so much more for it!

🐾 Ready to try something fun and exciting with your best friend?

Our next Foundation Agility class starts on Saturday 23 May at 10:00 at My Dogs Best Friend - NI sports field between Portadown & Lurgan.

Join us and try something a little different with your best friend. Find out more and book at https://mydogsbestfriend.co.uk/agility-classes

Small classes with expert support!

Well done to the latest graduates from our foundation lifeskills classes. We really enjoyed having you and helping you all progress and your dogs are very impressed with your efforts too!
https://mydogsbestfriend.co.uk/training-services

What we learn in our Life Skills Classes & 121 Training Courses🐾

In our Life Skills classes and personalised 1-2-1 sessions, we focus on the everyday behaviours that truly make a difference. Training isn’t just about teaching commands - it’s about building a better life with your dog.

✨ What we work on:

• Sit & Stay – creating calm and control
• Settle – helping your dog switch off and relax
• Leave it – building impulse control and safety
• Lead walking – no more stressful pulling
• Recall – coming back when it really matters
• Focus & Attention – choosing YOU over distractions

These aren’t just “training exercises” - they’re real-life skills that make walks more enjoyable, outings less stressful, and your relationship stronger.

🐶 Whether you’ve got a bouncy puppy, a distracted adolescent, or a dog who needs a bit of guidance, we tailor our approach to suit you both.

Because a well-trained dog isn’t just obedient… They’re confident, engaged, and a joy to live with 💛

Ready to start your journey? Check out https://mydogsbestfriend.co.uk/training-services

🐾 Training Tips 🐾

If your dog ignores you outside, try this 👇

👉 Start training in a low distraction environment (like your living room)
👉 Gradually build up to the garden, then quiet outdoor spaces
👉 Reward heavily for attention

Dogs don’t “generalise” well — they need practice in different places!

Consistency = results 🐶✨

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