The Dogfather

The Dogfather: Trust and Respect
Tuesday 4th October 2016
Tue 4th Oct 2016

The Dogfather: Trust and Respect

It's easy to gain a dog's trust. Winning his respect is another matter. Feeding him, providing water and shelter will soon gain his trust but that doesn't…
The Dogfather: Moving house can create problems
Tuesday 27th September 2016
Tue 27th Sep 2016

The Dogfather: Moving house can create problems

I've had a number of calls recently from owners who say their dogs are misbehaving following a house move. Dogs are creatures of habit. Change their routine…
The Dogfather: Whatever the problem you are the answer
Tuesday 20th September 2016
Tue 20th Sep 2016
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The Dogfather: Whatever the problem you are the answer

I tried an interesting experiment at one of my outdoor training classes recently. After watching some owners struggling to cope with their unruly dogs…
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The Dogfather: The rehabilitation of Barney the 'devil' dog
Tuesday 13th September 2016
Tue 13th Sep 2016

The Dogfather: The rehabilitation of Barney the 'devil' dog

I want you to take a good look at Barney the black and white dog in the photo above. Looks calm and relaxed with all those dogs around him doesn't he?…
The Dogfather: You cannot lie to a dog
Tuesday 6th September 2016
Tue 6th Sep 2016

The Dogfather: You cannot lie to a dog

Owners frequently tell me how 'clever' their dogs are and that's true but not in the way they mean. My dog Ellie got stuck behind a fence recently and…
The Dogfather: Is your dog really under control?
Tuesday 30th August 2016
Tue 30th Aug 2016

The Dogfather: Is your dog really under control?

I sent Cobra my fast eager Labrador out for a long retrieve this morning. He went off at full speed and was about 100 meters away when an unaccompanied…
The Dogfather: Every dog deserves a chance to be happy
Tuesday 23rd August 2016
Tue 23rd Aug 2016

The Dogfather: Every dog deserves a chance to be happy

Updated: 1pm Saturday 27th August - Having had a look at the sodden car park and the weather forecast for Sunday organisers have taken the decision to…
The Dogfather: You cannot rehabilitate a troubled dog with affection
Tuesday 16th August 2016
Tue 16th Aug 2016

The Dogfather: You cannot rehabilitate a troubled dog with affection

What an eclectic mix of dogs came along to last weekend's Behaviour Clinic. Some didn't know how to deal with the world around them... others thought…
The Dogfather: Never write off your dog
Tuesday 9th August 2016
Tue 9th Aug 2016

The Dogfather: Never write off your dog

On a recent home visit the frustrated owner of an unruly young pup said, "I don't know what's wrong with this dog it's driving me crazy. My other dog…
The Dogfather: Living with anxiety and despair is a very poor option
Tuesday 2nd August 2016
Tue 2nd Aug 2016

The Dogfather: Living with anxiety and despair is a very poor option

My senior dog Murphy is 13 years old next month. When he lost his hearing some months ago he lost his confidence around other dogs and became very nervous…
The Dogfather: Is this the world's most committed dog trainer?
Tuesday 26th July 2016
Tue 26th Jul 2016

The Dogfather: Is this the world's most committed dog trainer?

Who is this fashion icon who rocks up every Saturday at training class? Nothing unusual about a lady with a German Shepherd except this lady is 87 years-old…
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The Dogfather: Understanding your dog's true personality
Tuesday 19th July 2016
Tue 19th Jul 2016

The Dogfather: Understanding your dog's true personality

When you chose to adopt a dog from an animal shelter it's natural to want to know its history. The staff do their best to be helpful but they can only…
The Dogfather: Are you a screamer?
Tuesday 12th July 2016
Tue 12th Jul 2016

The Dogfather: Are you a screamer?

I went to a job recently where a family were distraught at their dog's over excited unruly behaviour. Whilst I was listening to what dad had to say mum…
The Dogfather: Dogs don't care how rich you are
Tuesday 5th July 2016
Tue 5th Jul 2016

The Dogfather: Dogs don't care how rich you are

I meet some really nice people when I'm out with my pack. They talk about their favourite walks and holidays they've taken with their dogs. They seldom…
The Dogfather: Are you your dog's problem?
Tuesday 28th June 2016
Tue 28th Jun 2016

The Dogfather: Are you your dog's problem?

A huge thank you to everyone who came to my recent behaviour clinics. We raised a heap of money for animal charities and helped some very stressed out…
The Dogfather: Bring me your 'problem' dog
Tuesday 21st June 2016
Tue 21st Jun 2016

The Dogfather: Bring me your 'problem' dog

What are you doing on Sunday June 26? If you live in Alderley Edge you are probably going to the Alderley Village Fete at the cricket club. If you don't…
The Dogfather: Retractable leads
Tuesday 14th June 2016
Tue 14th Jun 2016

The Dogfather: Retractable leads

One of the most common complaints of dog owners is their dog's constant pulling on the lead. More often than not the owner uses a retractable lead without…
The Dogfather: Avoid hot dogs at all costs
Tuesday 7th June 2016
Tue 7th Jun 2016

The Dogfather: Avoid hot dogs at all costs

I don't know what happens to dog owners in summer. Normally conscientious and caring individuals do such crazy things. Twice last week during the hot…
The Dogfather: Don't keep your dogs trapped in the past
Tuesday 31st May 2016
Tue 31st May 2016

The Dogfather: Don't keep your dogs trapped in the past

A few years ago I judged a retriever event in the US. One of the competitors brought along a three-legged dog named Scrap. The entry fee was $50 and as…
Barlow's Beef: Are we heading for a toilet war?
Tuesday 24th May 2016
Tue 24th May 2016

Barlow's Beef: Are we heading for a toilet war?

There's been a lot of odd stories in the news recently don't you think? None more so than the transgender toilet war raging across the USA which seems…