For many homeless, their dog is more than just a pet
As I journey around, I often contemplate the similarities between the well-behaved nature of people experiencing homelessness and that of their dogs. As a dog trainer and behaviourist, I [...]
Freedom exercise and creating harmony with your dog
Freedom and exercise are crucial for the development and well-being of any dog for several reasons: Physical Health: Regular exercise, such as brisk walks, interactive play sessions, and agility training, [...]
A tired dog is a happy dog!
As a dog owner, it's important to remember that your canine friend's health and well-being are in your hands. Regular exercise is a crucial component of their overall health, [...]
Impulse control and focus training with Craig The Dog Man
What is impulse control? Dogs are just like humans, and their impulses to do things are like ours! Dogs' urges to get out the front door or out of [...]
What age to start leash training a puppy?
If you're wondering, congratulations. You are on the right track and highly likely to get great results. The vast majority of pet owners think that puppies and dogs know [...]
Add some sparkle to someone’s Christmas.
Christmas is the season of hope and goodwill; if you are looking for gift ideas that steer away from the less meaningful 'stuff' like diet plans and lousy romance [...]
Can my dog understand me?
Can my dog understand me? Have you ever thought about what is occurring behind those loveable dogs' eyes, slobbery grins and wet noses? Do you ever think your dog [...]
How to stop your dog from barking
CONSTANT barking can be difficult to cope with – even for the most patient dog owners. It’s easy to say that it is best to ignore such behaviour because [...]
What are freedom fields?
The concept is that owners can let their dogs off-lead in an enclosed field without worrying about their dogs' reaction to other people, livestock or wildlife or even not [...]
Dolomite 54 Low FG EVO GTX – The Dog Man® Review
For years I’ve worn Scarpa walking footwear, so it took a lot for me to try something different. After plenty of research, I decided to give the Dolomite Men’s [...]
Why Regular Health Checks Could Save Your Dog from Unnecessary Pain
As dog owners, we all know our dogs better than anyone else. We notice the little changes that others might miss, and sometimes those small changes can be the [...]
Great Expectations: Understanding Your Dog’s Behaviour | THE DOG MAN
Great Expectations – Understanding Your Dog’s Journey “Take nothing on its looks; take everything on evidence. There’s no better rule.” — Charles Dickens When people contact me for dog [...]
Dog Training in 2026: Real Dogs, Real Problems, Real Coaching
DOG TRAINING IN 2026 Real Dogs. Real Problems. Real Coaching Over the past few years, the dog training industry has changed dramatically. Owners are now exposed to endless social [...]
Working Cocker Spaniel Behaviour Problems: Why They Happen & How to Fix Them
Working Cocker Spaniels are one of the most popular dogs in the UK — and on the surface, it’s easy to see why. They’re bright, affectionate, loyal, and incredibly [...]
Why Your Dog Doesn’t Come Back When Called (And What To Do About It)
One of the most common questions dog owners ask is: “Why won’t my dog come back when I call them?” Reliable recall is one of the most important behaviours [...]
Why Rescue Dogs Change After Adoption
Why Rescue Dogs Change After Adoption Understanding Reactivity, Overseas Transport Stress & Realistic Training Expectations in the UK Bringing home a rescue dog is one of the most compassionate [...]
Stafford’s Best-Rated Dog Trainer: 9 Years in the ThreeBestRated® Top 3
Stafford’s Best-Rated Dog Trainer: 9 Years in the ThreeBestRated® Top 3 For the ninth year running, The Dog Man® has been independently recognised as one of the Top 3 [...]
A Week in the Life of THE DOG MAN®
Helping dogs and their humans take the next step A Full Week of Real-World Training It’s been another full-on week at THE DOG MAN®, working across Staffordshire and the [...]
Why We Work With a Small Number of Dog Training Clients?
Why We Limit Client Numbers in Our Dog Training Programmes At The Dog Man®, we deliberately work with a small number of clients at any one time. This is [...]