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BSL, Behaviour and Household Risk: What the Evidence Actually Says
Scotland's new supervision rule for prohibited types, what the science actually says about breed and bite, and how to run a defensible household risk plan.
By Nando Brown
Protection Sport Does Not Need Silence. It Needs Standards.
A working Mondioring decoy on the AVD e.V. trial near Slough, the reports circulating in the working dog world, and why the sport needs standards, not silence.
By Nando Brown
5 things I WISH more people knew before becoming a dog trainer…
Dog training can be an amazing industry, but there are a few things people often underestimate before they step into the work. Here are my top 5!!!!
By Dean Nicholas
Should You Shave Your Dog in Summer?
What every dog owner needs to know before reaching for the clippers — and what the thermal science actually shows.
By Nando Brown
Following the Paperwork: David Montgomery's Regulation Blog Doesn't Add Up
A blog warning trainers about Defra reform has been doing the rounds. We pulled the public records. Here's what they actually show.
By Nando Brown
Why Hand Feeding Belongs at the Foundation of Your Training Cases
Hand feeding isn't a gimmick — it's a foundational tool that shapes engagement, relationship, and learning from day one.
By Nando Brown
You're Not a Positive Reinforcement Trainer
The label gets thrown around constantly — but what does the science actually say about how you're using reinforcement?
By Nando Brown
Is It Possible to Become a Dog Trainer Through Online Courses?
Online education has transformed professional development — but can it really produce competent, capable dog trainers?
By Nando Brown
Best Dog Training Certification Programmes Near You
Not all certifications are created equal. Here's how to evaluate programmes and choose one that actually moves your career forward.
By Nando Brown
Why Suppressing Dog Behaviour Doesn't Work (And What to Do Instead)
Suppression hides the symptom but leaves the cause untouched. Here's the science of why — and what effective practice looks like.
By Nando Brown
Understanding Canine Stress Signals in Practice
Most trainers can list stress signals. Few can read them in real-time during a session. Here's how to close that gap.
By Nando Brown
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