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Gareth Dickinson, the heart and soul behind Forever Home Dog Training, brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for canine behaviour. With a background as a former Police Officer and an academic foundation in Politics and Law, Gareth's journey into dog training was fuelled by a commitment to force-free, supportive methods. His qualifications, including a diploma in teaching and certifications in dealing with aggression, canine body language, reactivity, and scent work, make him a trusted figure in the dog training community.

Gareth's approach is friendly, calm, and adaptable to owner and dogs needs and requirements, ensuring that both you and your dog feel fully supported throughout your training journey. Specialising in rescue and reactive dogs, he is dedicated to providing bespoke training solutions that cater to the unique needs of each dog and owner. Choosing Gareth as your trainer means investing in a force-free, fun, and effective training experience that will benefit your dog for a lifetime.

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Forever Home Dog Training Puppy Play Session

Dogs| Puppy play session

October 07, 2024•2 min read

Puppy Playtime: The Foundation for a Happy, Well-Adjusted Dog

Why is puppy play so important?

Puppy play sessions offer a multitude of benefits for young dogs. These social gatherings provide a safe and controlled environment for puppies to interact with their peers, learn important social skills, and have fun.

Key Benefits of Puppy Play:

Socialisation: Puppies need to learn how to interact with other dogs and humans from a young age. Puppy play sessions provide opportunities for them to socialize in a positive and supervised setting. This helps to prevent fear-based behaviors and promotes confidence.
Exercise: Puppies are full of energy and need plenty of exercise to stay healthy and happy. Puppy play sessions provide a great way for them to burn off energy and get some much-needed physical activity.
Mental Stimulation: Playing with other puppies can be mentally stimulating for young dogs. It helps to develop their problem-solving skills, coordination, and overall intelligence.
Behaviour Training: Puppy play sessions can be a great opportunity for puppies to learn basic obedience commands and good manners. Watching and interacting with other well-behaved dogs can help puppies understand what is expected of them.
Stress Relief: Play is a natural way for dogs to relieve stress and anxiety. Puppy play sessions can help to reduce stress and promote emotional well-being.

How Forever Home Dog Training can help:

At Forever Home Dog Training, we offer puppy play sessions that are designed to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for both puppies and their owners. Our sessions are supervised by experienced trainers who can help to ensure that all puppies are behaving appropriately and having fun.

If you're looking for a way to help your puppy develop important social skills, get exercise, and have fun, consider signing up for one of our puppy play sessions.

Join us at 3pm on Saturday 12th October for a fun session of play, fun and engagement.