At home, your dog listens. They come when called. They respond to their name. They pay attention. Then you take them out and about… and it all falls apart. It’s Not Stubbornness This is where a lot of people get stuck. They think: “My dog knows this… they’re just choosing not to listen.” But that’sContinue reading “Why your dog listens at home… but not out and about”
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Why Your Recall Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It)
You call your dog… Sometimes they come – Sometimes they don’t. And it feels inconsistent. Frustrating. Because you know they know it. Here’s the Reality If your recall isn’t working, it’s usually not just one thing. It’s a combination of small gaps that add up. The 4 Things That Affect Recall Over the last few weeks,Continue reading “Why Your Recall Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It)”
Ditch the Bowl: How to Create Desire for Your Dog’s Food
Your dog gets fed every day. Breakfast… Dinner. The bowl goes down…they eat it…and that’s it. But here’s the thing:That food is one of the most powerful training tools you have. Why This Matters Over the last few weeks, we’ve talked about:– Dogs getting locked onto the environment– The environment constantly rewarding them– Building value inContinue reading “Ditch the Bowl: How to Create Desire for Your Dog’s Food”
🛑 Stop Calling Your Dog When You Can’t Enforce It
You call your dog…They don’t come. So you call again.…and again. Still nothing. Sound familiar? Here’s the Part Most People Don’t Realise You might be training your dog to ignore you Not on purpose.But it happens really easily. Because dogs don’t learn from what we say…They learn from what happens after Every Time This Happens… EveryContinue reading “🛑 Stop Calling Your Dog When You Can’t Enforce It”
Why your dog hears you… but doesn’t come!
You call your dog……and they don’t even look at you. No ear flick.No hesitation.Nothing. It can feel like they’re completely ignoring you. But here’s what’s really going on: In that moment, your dog is so focused on something else… they’re not able to respond to you. 🧠 What’s Actually Happening Dogs don’t just notice thingsContinue reading “Why your dog hears you… but doesn’t come!”
What is a Conditioned Emotional Response in dogs? (And why it matters for training)
Have you ever opened a treat container and suddenly had your dog appear beside you? Or picked up the lead and watched your dog instantly start wagging their tail with excitement? Those reactions are examples of something called a conditioned emotional response. What Is a Conditioned Emotional Response? A conditioned emotional response (often shortened to CER)Continue reading “What is a Conditioned Emotional Response in dogs? (And why it matters for training)”
What Is Canine Cough (and why vaccinated dogs can still get it)
If your dog spends time around other dogs — whether at daycare, training, boarding, the vet, or even just stopping for a drink at a café water bowl — there is always a small chance they may come into contact with a respiratory bug. Yes, even shared water bowls outside shops or cafés can spreadContinue reading “What Is Canine Cough (and why vaccinated dogs can still get it)”
Bitches in Season, Mating & How We Manage It at Daycare and Boarding
At Shine Canine, we welcome both entire males and entire females into daycare and boarding — provided they are well-mannered, social, and suitable for group care. Being entire (not desexed) does not automatically mean trouble. It does not mean puppies are being made. And it certainly does not mean dogs can’t safely attend daycare. What matters most is behaviour, supervision,Continue reading “Bitches in Season, Mating & How We Manage It at Daycare and Boarding”
Is Your Dog Being “Naughty”… Or Just Unclear?
One of the most common things I hear as a dog trainer is: “He knows it… he just won’t do it.” But dogs don’t ignore us out of spite. They repeat what works. If pulling on the lead gets them forward — it works.If ignoring recall means more playtime — it works.If jumping gets attentionContinue reading “Is Your Dog Being “Naughty”… Or Just Unclear?”
Recall Training – teach your dog to come when called
Training Tip Tuesday – By Tarah Why is Recall Important? A strong recall ensures your dog will come back to you no matter the situation. Whether you’re at the beach, park, or hiking off-lead, it’s a safety tool that gives your dog the freedom to explore while keeping them safe. Step-by-Step Guide to Recall TrainingContinue reading “Recall Training – teach your dog to come when called”
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