We don't usually lower ourselves. Consider this a one-off gift. As a rule, we don't respond to anonymous comments left by people too cautious to put their name to their opinions, neither would we publicly announce their name as clearly they are too ashamed to mention it themselves. We have dogs to train, clients to serve, and frankly far more interesting things to do than wade into the murky waters of Facebook group politics. But it's a bank holiday weekend, the kettle's on,

Everyone’s heard it. “Make sure your puppy meets loads of dogs.” Sounds good. It’s completely wrong. Over socialising your dog is one of the fastest ways to create a reactive, over-aroused, hard to control dog. And we see it every week at K9 Control. Socialisation Does Not Mean Interaction Let’s get this straight. Socialisation is being able to be neutral with dogs. Not playing. Not greeting everything. Not dragging you across the street to say hello. A properly socialised do

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Introduction K9 Control are balanced dog trainers in Basingstoke. As dog owners, we cherish the companionship and loyalty our furry...

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For those of you who missed our conversation on BBC Berkshire, surrounding dangerous dogs, structure and guidance...

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Just as the famous Tarantino movie came into fruition, so did Hugo my less than amenable and aptly named Rottweiler. It was a wet,...