Posts by Marcia Davey

Yes, I’m still operating! COVID-19 update

⚠️  Services Update | NSW Coronavirus Shutdown With the big announcement this morning on certain NSW services shutting down from midday...

It’s ok, my dog needs to be taught a lesson…

We’ve probably all experienced the “it’s ok, he’s friendly” shout across the park, while a dog rushes up to confront...

Should I be scared of “fear periods”?

Should I be scared of “fear periods”?

As dog owners we want to make sure we’re doing the best we can by our dogs. Hearing how there’s...

What is “aggression” anyway?

What is “aggression” anyway?

Aggression. It’s a pretty emotive term. It feels awful to be told or accused of having an aggressive dog. But...

Getting away with it

On a recent trip to Perth WA, I noticed some people doing their best to get away with stuff that...

Just say no to on-leash greetings?

There’s a few memes going around advising to “just say no” to on-leash greetings. Largely I agree – if possible, regardless...

We’re moving and our pets are freaking out

Moving house is such a stressful time, and sometimes accompanied by other stressors like changing jobs or loss (death or...

Recall, aka coming when called

I posted about taking the opportunity to do some recall work with Roxy the other day (here if you missed...

Be an opportunist in your training

Be an opportunist in your training

I decided to hang out with Roxy for a bit in the morning sun today. As she was doing her “patrols”,...

Reward schedules

Reward schedules

Last week I talked about routine searching, and one of the things I suggested to help break it if needed...