Meeko, now a 2 year old German Shepherd dog had suffered with severe reactivity and aggression issues towards other dogs, cats, motorbikes, cyclists, the list goes on. Before Meeko was 12 months old Kay was struggling to walk her and scared at every turn that there would be something that would set Meeko off. Kay was trying her very best but Meeko’s reactivity was only getting worse and worse.
NOT ALL REACTIVITY IS AGGRESSIVE What a beautiful pair these two make. Liz is such a lovely, caring and friendly person and we could instantly tell it had rubbed off on her 2 yo 40kg Rottweiler Chilli. Unless you’re walking in to her backyard Chilli just wants to play, say hello and be the best…
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MODEL CITIZENS Sandra first contacted us when she purchased a brand-new Maltese puppy. This was the first dog she had ever owned and wanted to set Maisy up on the path to success and a great future. With all puppies it is critically important to remember that when it comes to exposure it’s quality, not…
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THEY JUST LOST IT FOR A WHILE For some dog owners they feel that this is as good as it gets. That they’ve tried so many options, they’ve sought assistance and advice and still they’re lost. This is Glenda’s story. Glenda and her rescue dog Rosie were happy and settled at home. Thinking she had…
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GREAT BALLS OF FIRE This sweet ball of energy is Lab x Kelpie mix Chico. Two super intelligent breeds bred together can sometimes mean a heap of frustrating high intensity issues. Chico’s family also consists of 3 young energy filled boys and Chico was finding it very hard to make smart decisions when it came…
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HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU KID Beth contacted us here at Mackay K9 to help with her beautiful Weimaraner Meeko. Meeko already had lovely obedience skills but was starting to show signs of reactivity that was escalating very quickly when out walking. Beth and her partner had also just purchased a new puppy so didn’t want…
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Recall is such an important part of the relationship with your dog. Does your dog come when called? At Mackay K9 we teach you how to be the person your dog will choose above all else and we teach your dog that it’s always worth while returning when called.
