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The big moment is finally here – its time to announce the winners of the FMDW 2019 Team Awards. The Awards honour the special achievements, skills and contribution from individual team members and were judged by a panel of dog walking experts and enthusiasts – Mr FMDW, the Team Captain and Team Coach. So who…
I was back in the classroom last month for a one day seminar delivered by Sian Ryan (of BBC’s “Me & My Dog” fame). Self Control in Dogs examined the terms – Self Control, Impulsivity & Frustration… looking at what they mean in relation to our dogs and how they can have an impact on…
The summer transfer window has been a busy one at FMDW. While we’re sorry to have lost some key players we’re delighted that several real class acts have decided to join the premier league and Team FMDW… Blaser the GSP made his team debut just a couple of weeks ago after relocating to Knaresborough. His…
As FMDW Team Coach and a dedicated ‘dog mum’ I’m always trying to improve my knowledge of all things canine. Last week the amazing dog trainer Craig Ogilvie was up north with his “Communication, Arousal & Problematic Behaviours” workshop which focussed on Understanding, overcoming & preventing problematic behaviours that our dogs perform during periods of…
This week we’re celebrating eight years of caring for and walking the best dogs in town! From the start the safety and welfare of the dogs has been the no 1 priority – something that remains the same today. I couldn’t do the job I love without my amazing, loyal clients who trust me with…
There are two new furry faces at FMDW – Luna & Izzy the Malshis (Maltese x Shih Tzu). The girls are so ridiculously cute they’ve already earned the nickname the ‘cutie pies’. Izzy is the older sister and is completely laid back. Luna can be a bit shy with new people but quickly decided she…
Last week I attended a course on ‘Canine Body Language’ held by the Dog Training College. Along with refreshing some knowledge and learning new things, it was an opportunity to catch up with some fellow pet professionals – there were dog walkers, trainers & groomers on the course. Research and understanding of dogs and their…