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Attend sessions fully prepared Have everything in the car that you need for your dog's lesson, or if you're at home, have it out and ready to grab. I don't want to have to spend 10 minutes of your 1:1 trying to find your flexi lead. It's a waste of mine and your time, plus you lose out on valuable learning time. I also like to make sure my dog has toileted before a session starts. Eg, if your 1:1 session is at 10am, arrive at 9:45am to give yourself time to get sorted. Make s

When temperatures rise, our dogs feel it just as much (if not more) than we do. Unlike humans, dogs can’t regulate their body temperature as efficiently, which makes them especially vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Whether you’re enjoying a sunny day in the park or just relaxing at home, it’s essential to keep your four-legged friend cool, comfortable, and safe. Why Heat Is Dangerous for Dogs Dogs primarily cool themselves by panting, and only a small amount of heat is r

I am not the pet dog trainer for you if you want the fastest results. And I say that proudly 🧡 I don’t believe in skipping steps when it comes to dog training - and here’s why👇🏼 1. Skipping steps only delays success ⏭️ If you rush the process, you’ll likely be fixing the same problem again in 3 days, 3 weeks, 3 months… or even 3 years. Why create issues that could have been prevented by doing it properly the first time? 2. Strong foundations create lifelong results 🧱 Dog

This puppy was never taught to herd. And yet - here he is. A 5 month old border collie naturally displaying behaviours that were selectively bred for generations:
 the slow stalk, the ability to match the sheep’s movement, the problem-solving when the flock splits. Herding isn’t a skill that was taught, it’s biology 🧬 When new clients begin working with me, one of the first questions I ask is how they fulfil their dog’s natural breed instincts. Most people look confused - or

I can't believe how much Be More Monty Dog Training has grown over the last year - it's been such an incredible journey! From celebrating the small wins to witnessing huge breakthroughs, I genuinely love every part of the dog training process. So here's some facts about me... I took the leap and went self employed in November 2025. It was terrifying - but, oh my word, INCREDIBLE! I absolutely adore my job, and couldn't imagine doing anything else. Dogs have always been my saf

Let’s discuss slip leads! Personally I have always been a lover of slip leads, BUT only when used correctly. I see it all the time when dogs have slip leads on that are not fitted correctly, either sit loose on the bottom of the dogs’ neck or pulled tight in the middle of their neck, and it makes me cringe knowing the potential consequences. Watching a dog drag their owner in a slip lead scares the life out of me. Just like people, dog’s necks are very sensitive with a lot of

People often ask me: “What’s the hardest part of your job?” And my answer usually surprises them. It’s not the long hours, it’s not the...

What is free shaping? Free shaping is when you give your dog the chance to figure out what you want all by themselves. Instead of guiding...

Create a communication system Without a communication system, it can be incredibly difficult for your dog to understand what you are...

Personally, I find it hugely important for learning about the dog. Each dog I work with, I want to know what makes them tick and feel...

Do you struggle to get your dog enjoying training? Would they rather be sniffing in the garden than working with you? Training at Be More...