WELCOME TO DOGMATISE

The Most Recent Blog

Time

The end of August already. It’s been a hot warm summer packed with activity to keep Zeke occupied, train Oaken, and keeping them both cool. Cool mats, the paddling pool, and a water sprinkler have come in very handy. You can see the pics on our Instagram @Dogmatise. This year we’ve managed a few more NNA Trials for Zeke, and gained a level – we’re still at the early stages as we’ve taken a step back to re do the basics. Having changed trainers, Zeke

Past Blogs

Things to be Thankful For

It’s been a busy 2025 with amazing animal experiences that I couldn’t have imagined before qualifying with COAPE. Working with Elephants and their handlers on

On My Travels

Last month I visited South Africa for a MHERA Wildlife week hosted by Karin (author of Mood Matters). It was an opportunity that enabled me

Open Water

Aside from the occasional rainy day, it does feel like summer again. More daylight, warmer weather, longer walks, and holidays. Zeke loves water. When he

On or Off Lead? Revisited

A revisit to a blog I did back in 2021, while I write up some new blogs on what Zeke and I have been up

SEE ALL BLOGS

About Me

I’m a certified animal behaviourist and qualified dog trainer, but the primary purpose of this blog isn’t about training. The aim of this blog is to share what I’ve learnt from my own dogs over the years, and if it helps you in any way with yours then that would be a great outcome.

If you want further information on a topic, please contact me and I will endeavour to point you in the most appropriate direction.