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Bethany the Dog Behaviourist behind Bonny Dog Behaviour brings you news, blog posts and general dog focused chit chat on everything from case studies to top dog training tips!
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Bethany long
- May 30
- 1 min
Ready, set, tug!
All dogs generally LOVE to play tug - it gives them a positive outlet for a natural behaviour - using their mouths! There is a myth that...
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Bethany long
- May 16
- 2 min
Children and Dogs
Having a dog can help children learn responsibility, and empathy and are generally more active and get outdoors more! But the...
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Bethany long
- May 9
- 1 min
To my Darling Dog
I'm sorry for my anger that comes out when you chase the cat. I realise it is in fact that I left the gate open, which wasn't wise....
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Bethany long
- May 3
- 1 min
Reacting Is not overreacting!
Reaction /rɪˈakʃ(ə)n/ 1. something done, felt or thought in response to a situation or event. When we talk about dogs being reactive,...
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Bethany long
- Apr 25
- 1 min
Aggression is not a character trait!
It is a behaviour. Behaviours can be driven by a multitude of things. This can be genetic, learned behaviour, emotional... the list...
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Bethany long
- Apr 11
- 1 min
When a flower doesn't bloom...
I love this! This is such a huge part of the Behaviour modification plans I create and implement for my lovely doggy clients! The...
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Bethany long
- Apr 4
- 2 min
Size does Matter!
Once upon a time, on a lovely Spring day, I took my son to the park. Whilst I was there, there was a woman with a small terrier type...
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Bethany long
- Mar 28
- 1 min
Have you ever lost your temper?
Have you? I know I have! Does that make me a bad person? I hope not! So, does a dog losing their temper or are reactive mean they are a...
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Bethany long
- Mar 21
- 2 min
Consent Is Key
The word consent is becoming increasingly important in today's society - and rightly so! Consent is so important, particularly with...
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Bethany long
- Mar 14
- 1 min
You Can't Mute The Ocean 🌊
Have you ever been to the beach and thought... "That's a beautiful view, but I wish I could just mute the ocean" No - because that would...
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Bethany long
- Mar 7
- 2 min
Are they playing?
The magic of PLAY! For me, watching dogs play is one of the greatest joys in life! I love it. I love watching their happy little face,...
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Bethany long
- Feb 23
- 2 min
New Beginnings
For this blog I wanted to pose some questions to get you thinking about what it is you really want and help you to get there. Begin by...
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Bethany long
- Sep 30, 2021
- 2 min
Fear Factor - Helping your anxious dog
Fear Factor Does anyone remember the old show Fear Factor? Or you’ve probably seen ‘I’m a celebrity, Get me out of here!’? Something...
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Bethany long
- Sep 30, 2021
- 6 min
Apollo's Journey
Apollo A while ago I went for a consultation for a dog referred to me by a previous client and owner of a secure dog field. The dog is a...
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