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• When Comfort Turns Into Clinginess, And Why It Matters More Than You Think
• Calm Isn’t a Personality Trait, It’s a Learned Skill
• The First Time You Leave Your Puppy Alone, Why It Matters More Than You Think
• Why Your Dog’s Independence Starts Earlier Than You Think
• Why Your Puppy Doesn’t Need Training in Week One

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  When Comfort Turns Into Clinginess, And Why It Matters More Than You Think
  We all want our dogs to feel safe. We want them to know we’re there for them, that they’re supported, loved, and understood. But what if some of the ways… Read more: When Comfort Turns Into Clinginess, And Why It Matters More Than You Think
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  Calm Isn’t a Personality Trait, It’s a Learned Skill
  If you’ve ever been told your dog is “just high energy” or “not the calm type,” this episode is for you. So many dogs get labelled early on, and once… Read more: Calm Isn’t a Personality Trait, It’s a Learned Skill
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  The First Time You Leave Your Puppy Alone, Why It Matters More Than You Think
  That first moment you step out of the room, shut the door, or pop outside without your puppy often feels tiny to us. But for your puppy, it can quietly… Read more: The First Time You Leave Your Puppy Alone, Why It Matters More Than You Think
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  Why Your Dog’s Independence Starts Earlier Than You Think
  Most people believe independence training starts the day you first leave your dog alone. In reality, it begins much earlier than that. Long before doors close and keys jingle, dogs… Read more: Why Your Dog’s Independence Starts Earlier Than You Think
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  Why Your Puppy Doesn’t Need Training in Week One
  Bringing a puppy home is exciting, emotional, and often overwhelming. Many new guardians feel pressure to start training straight away, to teach commands, build manners, and “get things right” from… Read more: Why Your Puppy Doesn’t Need Training in Week One
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  Reading Dog Play: Are They Having Fun or Is It Time to Step In?
  If you’ve ever watched your dogs wrestling, chasing, or body-slamming across the living room and thought, “Is this ok… or should I stop it?” you’re not alone. Dog play can… Read more: Reading Dog Play: Are They Having Fun or Is It Time to Step In?
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  We’ve Reached 1,000 Subscribers on YouTube, and I Couldn’t Be More Grateful
  I’m really excited to share a milestone that genuinely means a lot to me. The Paws and Pawsitivity Podcast has officially reached 1,000 subscribers on YouTube. What started as a… Read more: We’ve Reached 1,000 Subscribers on YouTube, and I Couldn’t Be More Grateful
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  Why Doing Less Can Help Your Dog More This Winter
  When behaviour feels harder in winter, many dog owners assume they need to do more. Longer walks. More play. More stimulation. But what if the missing piece isn’t activity at… Read more: Why Doing Less Can Help Your Dog More This Winter
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  A Gentle Festive Pause, For Me and For You
  As the year draws to a close, Pawfect Training Academy will be taking a short festive break, reopening on Friday, 2nd January 2026. This pause is intentional. It is about… Read more: A Gentle Festive Pause, For Me and For You
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  Coping With Visitors at Christmas: Is Your Dog Really Okay?
  Christmas is meant to be joyful, but for many dogs, it can feel overwhelming. New people arriving, routines changing, louder voices, unfamiliar smells and nowhere quiet to retreat. What looks… Read more: Coping With Visitors at Christmas: Is Your Dog Really Okay?
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  Why Your Dog’s “Out of Nowhere” Behaviour Isn’t Out of Nowhere at All
  Have you ever had one of those days where your dog seemed absolutely fine, only for everything to fall apart over something tiny later in the day? Maybe they barked… Read more: Why Your Dog’s “Out of Nowhere” Behaviour Isn’t Out of Nowhere at All
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  Why Your Dog Ignores You Outdoors: The Real Reason Focus Disappears on Walks
  If you’ve ever stepped outside with your dog and wondered why their beautiful attention suddenly vanishes into the wind, you are not alone. Indoors your dog seems so connected, yet… Read more: Why Your Dog Ignores You Outdoors: The Real Reason Focus Disappears on Walks
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  The Myth of the Stubborn Dog: Why Your Dog Isn’t Ignoring You At All
  If you’ve ever found yourself standing in the park, calling your dog’s name while they seem completely absorbed in sniffing, staring or simply doing their own thing, you’re not alone.… Read more: The Myth of the Stubborn Dog: Why Your Dog Isn’t Ignoring You At All
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  Introducing a New Rescue Dog to Your Resident Dog: Why Slow and Steady Wins Every Time
  Bringing a rescue dog home is one of the most rewarding moments you can share with a dog, but when there’s already a resident dog in the house, the excitement… Read more: Introducing a New Rescue Dog to Your Resident Dog: Why Slow and Steady Wins Every Time
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  Are You Meeting Your Dog’s 5 Welfare Needs? Let’s Find Out Together
  When was the last time you really paused and asked yourself, “Is my dog’s life as balanced and fulfilled as it could be?” In this week’s episode of Paws and… Read more: Are You Meeting Your Dog’s 5 Welfare Needs? Let’s Find Out Together
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  When Fireworks Strike: How to Keep Your Dog Safe on Walks During the Scariest Season of the Year
  Fireworks can turn even the calmest of dogs into bundles of nerves. While many guardians can keep their dogs indoors, what about those moments when you have to take them… Read more: When Fireworks Strike: How to Keep Your Dog Safe on Walks During the Scariest Season of the Year
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  How to Keep Your Dog Calm and Safe on Fireworks Night
  Fireworks Night can be magical for us humans, but for our dogs, it can feel like the world’s ending. Those loud bangs and bright flashes can trigger real fear, even… Read more: How to Keep Your Dog Calm and Safe on Fireworks Night
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  How to Keep Your Dog Safe This Halloween: Tricks, Treats & Tail Wags!
  It’s that time of year again; pumpkins on every doorstep, cobwebs across the hedges, and spooky sounds echoing down the street. But while Halloween is all fun and games for… Read more: How to Keep Your Dog Safe This Halloween: Tricks, Treats & Tail Wags!
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  Your Dog’s Growl Isn’t Aggression; It’s Communication
  Have you ever heard your dog growl and instantly panicked? Maybe you thought they were being “aggressive” or “naughty”? You’re not alone, this is one of the most misunderstood behaviours… Read more: Your Dog’s Growl Isn’t Aggression; It’s Communication
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  Is Your Dog Scared of the Hoover? Here’s How to Help Them Feel Safe
  Does your dog bolt out of the room the moment the hoover comes out? Or maybe they bark like it’s a fire-breathing monster that’s about to take over the house?… Read more: Is Your Dog Scared of the Hoover? Here’s How to Help Them Feel Safe
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  Does My Dog Really Love Me? Science Says Yes!
  Have you ever looked into your dog’s eyes and wondered, “Do they actually love me, or am I just the person with the food?” 🦴 You’re not alone! Whether you’ve… Read more: Does My Dog Really Love Me? Science Says Yes!
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  Why Does My Dog Keep Staring at Me? The Sweet (and Slightly Spooky) Truth
  Have you ever caught your dog giving you the stare, you know the one. Unblinking. Intense. Slightly spooky… and yet kind of adorable? 👁️🐾 You’re not alone! In this week’s… Read more: Why Does My Dog Keep Staring at Me? The Sweet (and Slightly Spooky) Truth
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  Do Dogs Get Jealous? Understanding Multi-Dog Emotions
  If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Why is my dog acting jealous of the other one?”, you’re definitely not alone. In this week’s episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, certified dog… Read more: Do Dogs Get Jealous? Understanding Multi-Dog Emotions
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  Why Do Dogs Get the Zoomies? Here’s What It Really Means
  Ever watched your dog suddenly explode into a burst of high-speed chaos, spinning around the garden or tearing across the living room like a furry rocket? Yep, your pup just… Read more: Why Do Dogs Get the Zoomies? Here’s What It Really Means
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  Why Does My Dog Sleep All Day? Normal Pup or Lazy Lump?
  Is your dog snoozing through the day while you’re left wondering if you’ve accidentally adopted a four-legged sloth? You’re not alone! In this episode of Paws and Pawsitivity, Jamie Watkinson-Harvey,… Read more: Why Does My Dog Sleep All Day? Normal Pup or Lazy Lump?
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  Why Is Your Dog Eating Grass? Should You Be Worried?
  Ever caught your dog munching away at your garden like it’s an all-you-can-eat buffet? You’re not alone, “why does my dog eat grass?” is one of the most Googled dog-owner… Read more: Why Is Your Dog Eating Grass? Should You Be Worried?
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  Senior Dog Training Tips: Keeping Your Older Pup Sharp, Happy & Loved
  Senior dogs are pure magic, those gentle eyes, soft muzzles, and years of loyalty deserve the very best care. But here’s something many people don’t realise… training shouldn’t stop when… Read more: Senior Dog Training Tips: Keeping Your Older Pup Sharp, Happy & Loved
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  Why Your Dog Chases Shadows – And When It’s More Than Just Play
  If you’ve ever caught your dog pouncing on a wall, darting after a flicker of light, or staring at the floor like it holds all life’s answers… you’re not alone!… Read more: Why Your Dog Chases Shadows – And When It’s More Than Just Play
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  No, There Isn’t a Quick Fix for Separation Anxiety – And Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing
  If you’ve ever found yourself googling “how to fix my dog’s separation anxiety fast,” you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions I get as a trainer and… Read more: No, There Isn’t a Quick Fix for Separation Anxiety – And Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing
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  Helping Your Dog Feel Safe – Beyond the Vagus Nerve Hype
  Ever wondered how to turn everyday items into joyful doggy aStill hoping that a quick ear rub will magically “reset” your dog’s nervous system? You’re not alone, and you’re definitely… Read more: Helping Your Dog Feel Safe – Beyond the Vagus Nerve Hype

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