Letting your dog sniff on walks is important, but it shouldn’t be the only thing they learn. When dogs are given total freedom without guidance, walks can become chaotic and stressful. This blog explores how to strike the right balance between allowing your dog to explore and helping them learn the skills they need to walk calmly, stay focused, and enjoy the world with you.

Remember this! - When a dog encounters a new situation, when it’s meeting another dog, greeting a person, or facing something unfamiliar, their primary goal is not to play or say hello — it’s to get information.

Socialising your dog is a crucial part of their development and emotional well-being. However, many dog owners in Sydney and beyond make the mistake of thinking that simply putting their dogs into a lot of social situations will make them social.