Blog | Sally Gutteridge

It's Time To Stop Thinking of Animals As Pets

"Compassion for animals is intimately connected with goodness of character." Arthur Schopenhauer Dogs are amazing. In my life as a dog...

Is your dog a huge part of your family?

The picture above is Rory on his human family's wedding cake. Many of us have a dog or dogs central to our family lives, and what an...

Unleashing the Power of Scentwork: Easing Anxiety and Building Confidence in Your Dog

Scentwork offers a powerful tool for helping dogs, particularly those suffering from anxiety, by engaging their natural sense of smell...

Can Old Dogs Do Canine Scentwork?

As dogs age, they may not be as active as they once were. However, their sense of smell often remains strong, which makes scentwork a...

Scentwork Training: Strengthen Your Bond with Your Dog and Meet Their Needs

Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to bond with your dog while also meeting their mental and physical needs? If so, scentwork...

How to Develop Resilience as a Dog Trainer: A Practical Guide

Are you feeling overwhelmed in your job as a dog trainer? Does the daily stress of dealing with clients take a toll on your mental...

Dealing With Online Critics - For Dog Professionals.

I have read some sad feedback recently from dog professionals who find the dog world on social media so harsh that they are thinking of...

Vulnerability as a Key to Success

'Make myself vulnerable? What? No. This industry is cruel. Why would I even consider putting myself out to do something that might make...