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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Today is World Smile Day - the perfect opportunity to share some of the gorgeous doggy grins of ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour! 😁 Share a picture of your dog’s smile in the replies ⬇️ 😃 #dogtraining #dogtrainer #ukdogs #positivedogtraining #forcefree

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🚫 Just say F*CK NO to unethical dog training! If your professional recommends any of these methods or tools to train your dog… run! 🏃‍♂️ Visit the ABTC register to find an ethical practitioner! 👹 Aversive methods, get chomped! 🦈🐊 Your dog can learn without pain or fear 🐾 Train force free! 🍪🔥 #dogs

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Force free training really works - train with JOY! 🤩 I just love working with my loopy, happy boy! #dogtraining #dogtrainer #tricktraining #positivedogtraining #forcefree

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Introducing novel environments helps to build your dog’s confidence, and allowing them to explore new places offers great enrichment and mental stimulation. 🐾 #dogtraining #dogtrainer #positivereinforcement #positivedogtraining #forcefree

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

🔍 Feature: Dog Drawings Mini Bundle: “Harness Up” Edition by ThinkDogs Creative What do you get with the Dog Drawings Mini Bundle? 🐾 3 Unique Full-Body Illustrations 🖌️ Excellent value for money - commercial licences for 3 illustrations at a low price (Cont.)

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today is Suicide Prevention Day (Sept 10th), September is Suicide Prevention Month, and dogs deserve a special shoutout. 🐶🤍 If you struggle with your mental health, self harm, or thoughts of suicide, you are seen and you are not alone. 🌈💚 (Cont.)

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Did you know that assistance dogs can be any shape or size, including small breeds? Little dogs can do it too! 🙌🦮 #dogtraining #forcefree #assistancedog #assistancedogsuk #assistancedogintraining

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

💖 A couple of the fabulous pride doggies in Leicester today! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🐾 #leicesterpride #dogsofbluesky #dogs #lgbtq #lgbtqpride🌈

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Happy International Assistance Dog Week -celebrating the amazing work of wonderful life changing assistance dogs! Featuring some of the incredible owner trained assistance dogs and assistance dogs in training that I have worked with. #dogtraining #forcefree #assistancedog youtube.com/shorts/L3lF_...

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Happy International Assistance Dog Week 🦮 celebrating the amazing work of ADs! #assistancedog

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

At the weekend I got to speak alongside some amazing panelists on the topic of inclusivity & accessibility for the 2026 Control Unleashed Conference. I really enjoyed this discussion & it was great to be invited! #dogtraining #dogtrainer #positivereinforcement #positivedogtraining #forcefreet

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

I am speaking at the Control Unleashed Conference Unleashed 2026 as part of the Inclusivity Panel: What does accessibility mean in the world of dog training? 🐉🎲

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Dog Drawings Bundle by ThinkDogs Creative 🐾 33 full body dog illustrations 🖌️ Unique hand drawn designs 🐶 Designed for ethical pet professionals 📝 Great for handouts, social media posts, & more ✅ An ethical alternative to using generative AI thinkdogstraining.co.uk/product/dog-...

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Dog training should be about having fun, not about forcing your dog to dog what you want. Force free training helps to build your dog’s confidence and strengthen your relationship. 🐕 Fun not force! 🐾 #dogtraining #dogtrainer #positivereinforcement #positivedogtraining #forcefree

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Giving your dog more safe, appropriate chewing opportunities can help to improve problems like barking and destructiveness. Chewing can also help to reduce your dog’s stress levels, and giving your dog a long-lasting chew can be a positive way to support their emotional wellbeing. 🐾 #dogtraining

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

ThinkDogs Creative is a project from ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour that blends knowledge of canine behaviour/training with unique, hand-drawn artwork. Visit: thinkdogstraining.co.uk/thinkdogs-cr... ⊹₊⟡⋆🎨🖌️🐾⋆⟡₊⊹ #dogtrainer #ukdogs #dogillustrations #dogdrawings #forcefree

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Behaviour isn’t “good” or “bad” to your dog. Dogs just do what works for them. Your dog isn’t acting up on purpose - their behaviour is telling us something. #dogtraining #dogtrainer #ukdogs #positivedogtraining #forcefree youtu.be/GjVfu-cB7cU

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Behaviour isn’t “good” or “bad” to your dog. Dogs do what works for them. #dogbehaviour

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Here’s your reminder that generative AI sucks and is not consistent with force free, welfare first ethics. If you also fucking hate AI, consider supporting a real artist and purchasing one of my ThinkDogs Creative products. Visit: thinkdogstraining.co.uk/thinkdogs-cr... #noai #antiai

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

“Balanced training” needs to get in the bin… anyway, look at the lovely sunrise photos of the dogs from 5:00 am this morning (beating the heat). 🌅 #dogtraining #dogtrainer #ukdogs #positivedogtraining #forcefree

An image of Jasper with a white Husky mix and a sable Belgian Malinois. The text reads:
“Taking a strong stance against pain being used in training
Is not "extremism"”

An image of a white Husky mix. The text reads: “What IS extreme is that professionals are still advising people to
Pinch
Choke
Yank
Hurt
Shock
Stim
Scare
Startle
Jab
Their dogs in the name of training”

An image of a sable Malinois. The text on screen reads: “In a world where "professionals" still recommend these techniques
Speaking up for dogs is not extreme
After all, dogs cannot speak for themselves
It is our duty to be their voice!”

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Happy pride month to all! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💚 We will always loudly support the LGBTQIA+ community which we are proud to be part of as a trans, queer owned dog business! 🐕 #dogtraining #dogtrainer #ukdogs #positivedogtraining #forcefree youtube.com/shorts/44oFW...

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Happy pride month to all! We are proud to be a trans, queer owned dog business! #lgbtq #dogtraining

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

I am pleased to announce a new ThinkDogs Creative product - a themed Dog Drawings Mini Bundle! This theme is “Harness Up”. #dogtrainer #ukdogs #dogillustrations #dogdrawings #forcefree thinkdogstraining.co.uk/product/dog-...

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Warm Weather Warning! ⚠️☀️ Today, and for the rest of the week, we have very high temperatures forecast. Make sure to keep your dogs at home and in the shade, and be aware of the signs of heatstroke. Stay safe! 🐾 #dogsofbluesky #dogtrainer #forcefree

An image of two dogs (a sable Malinois and a white Husky mix) in the sun.
Text:
“Warm Weather Warning!
This week will be very hot in the UK!
Make sure that you and your dog stay safe and cool!
Read about how...”

An image of two dogs (a sable Malinois and a white Husky mix) in the sun.
Text:
“Keeping Your Dog Cool!
Stay in the shade - keep your dog out of direct sunlight for long periods.
Avoid exercising them at the hottest times of day.
Offer plenty of fresh, cold water at all times.
Give them frozen treats or add ice to water bowls.
Make sure you know the signs of heatstroke!”

An image of two dogs (a sable Malinois and a white Husky mix) in the sun.
Text:
“Keeping Yourself Cool!
Be aware that if you are disabled or are on antidepressants, you may be vulnerable to heat.
Stay hydrated and make sure you wear appropriate clothing for the temperature.
Wear suncream and stay in the shade.
Know that some medical conditions may be exacerbated by the heat.
Make sure you know the signs of heatstroke, heat exhaustion and heat cramps!”

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

A big congratulations to Adrian and his handler for passing their assistance dog public access assessment and achieving qualified status! 👏 🦮 #dogtraining #forcefree #assistancedog #assistancedogsuk #ukdogs

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Happy International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Remember - queerphobia, of any kind, is not hot 💅✨ #queerowned #forcefree #dogtrainer #lgbtqplus #dogs youtube.com/shorts/ByeeX...

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Happy International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism & Transphobia/IDAHOBIT #dogs

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Training Tips - don’t forget the 3 Ds! Whether it is a stay, or any other type of duration behaviour that you want your dog to perform far away from you, remember the 3 Ds (Distraction, Distance & Duration) that need to be incorporated into your training plan. #forcefree youtube.com/shorts/XyYwS...

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#TuesdayTrainingTips - don’t forget the 3 Ds! (Distraction, Distance & Duration) #forcefree #dogs

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Statement on Generative AI by ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour / ThinkDogs Creative We are proud to promote human-made creations and do not use generative AI in any of our content. #dogtraining #dogtrainer #positivereinforcement #forcefree #dogillustration

White text on a blue background reading:

“Statement on Generative AI 📢

(Updated - as this is even more relevant with the launch of ThinkDogs Creative and the Dog Drawings Bundle as a product on our website.)

As a dog trainer and behaviour professional who is also an artist, I am passionate about authentic creative expression.

This statement concerns the use of generative AI, which I have had growing concerns around and is becoming more prevalent to see within the industry.

Generative AI refers to image, audio and text generation that is usually done through the use of LLMS such as ChatGPT or Sora.

The generation of content through use of AI has major concerns. These models are trained on stolen work from artists, musicians and writers who did not consent to this. AI generates no unique content, which means that AI-generated content always involves plagiarism. Artists and creatives are losing jobs due to gen AI.

Gen AI also has a huge toll on the environment. As an animal lover and ethical, progressive professional, I have concerns about the impact that the tremendous amounts of water needed to power AI centres has on communities and the globe (and thus, humans and animals alike).

There are large corporations that financially benefit from AI who are using their money to go towards human rights abuses and the funding of far right political movements that seek to further harm vulnerable communities.

All content at ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour is proudly human-made, including the illustrations of my dogs Maya and Logan in this post that I made myself.

This also includes everything produced as part of ThinkDogs creative.

I always welcome followers to share their own actual artwork and creations, and I encourage other professionals and organisations to take a stand against gen AI/“AI slop” content too.

If you are interested in supporting human-made artwork, check out the ThinkDogs Creative section on our website!

- Jasper”

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Training Tip - if you like it, pay it! SMART x50 stands for See, Mark, and Reward Training, 50 times a day (Kathy Sdao). Try it today: count out 50 small treats in the morning and use them to reward your dog throughout the day when you notice them doing behaviours that you want to encourage.

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

This week we had a great session for the Online Assistance Dog Club group - the dogs did so well. Online Assistance Dog Club: PAYG (£12 a week) Every Tuesday evening For clients that have completed an Assistance Dog Intake (online or in-person) If you’re interested, please get in touch today!

An image with the title “Online Assistance Dog Club” and screenshots of dogs and handlers working in a Zoom training session.

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

My post for #AutismAcceptanceMonth as an openly autistic dog trainer and behaviour consultant who is also pleased to support many autistic dog guardians and autism assistance dog handlers. Happy Autism Acceptance Month! #actuallyautistic #dogtraining #dogtrainer #positivereinforcement #forcefree

A picture of a person with a Belgian Malinois and a white Husky mix surrounded by bluebells. Above reads “Happy Autism Acceptance Month!” and below is the rainbow infinity autism symbol.

White text on a dark background reading:

“April is Autism Acceptance Month - as an autistic trainer and behaviour consultant who also works with a number of wonderful autistic dog guardians and autism assistance dog handlers, I am pleased to be celebrating neurodiversity and the autistic community this month.

I am proud to be openly autistic and to work alongside many other wonderful neurodivergent training colleagues as well as my brilliant clients.

This month, I would like to emphasise education - if you’re a trainer, be curious and try to explore how you can make your practices more inclusive for autistic people. Avoid supporting organisations that promote outdated models of autism or harmful, abusive ‘treatment’ protocols. Listen to autistic voices from a diverse range of backgrounds.

I also recently got the chance to get some nice photos in the bluebells with the dogs - sharing some autistic joy. 🌈

Happy Autism Acceptance Month! ♾️

#actuallyautistic #dogtraining #dogtrainer #positivereinforcement #forcefree”

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

How should an assistance dog behave when faced with unexpected dog distractions? ADiT River handled the situation brilliantly! 🦮 #dogtraining #forcefree #assistancedog #assistancedogsuk #assistancedogintraining

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Well done Pippa for some brilliant work in public access during her last training session! Assistance dogs come in ALL shapes and sizes 🐶 #dogtraining #forcefree #assistancedog #assistancedogsuk #assistancedogintraining

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Wow! I’m pleasantly overwhelmed by the response to the Dog Drawings Bundle launch. Thank you so much to everyone who has purchased it so far, or who has helped spread the word. Purchase the bundle yourself at the following link: thinkdogstraining.co.uk/product/dog-... #dogdrawings #forcefree

An image showing three cartoon-style illustrations of dogs (a black and white Border Collie, a tan Malinois catching a blue frisbee, and a brown Cocker Spaniel carrying a sock) below the text “Dog Drawings Bundle” on a light grey background.

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

I am so excited to share the launch of our newest project - ThinkDogs Creative 🎨 - with our first product, the Dog Drawings Bundle. This bundle is ideal for ethical pet pros to use in materials, handouts etc. ➡️ Visit: thinkdogstraining.co.uk/thinkdogs-cr... #illustrations #forcefree

An image with various dog drawings and text boxes that read: “33 full body illustrations!” “A variety of breeds & poses!” “Unique artwork!” “Human-made!” “For ethical pet pros!”

An image showing 3 varieties of one dog drawing with the text: “3 varieties with each image (plain background, lines only & transparent)!”

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

I highly recommend reading Plenty In Life is Free by Kathy Sdao to find out more about how dog training is not about leadership, but is actually about partnership and the exchange of reinforcement. 📖🐕 Train your dog with connection, not correction. 🐾 #dogtraining #forcefree

An image of two people with dogs walking away from the camera in a grassy field. The text reads “"What if the secret to great dog training is to be an expert feeder rather than a strong leader? A skilled reinforcer rather than a strict enforcer?"
- KATHY SDAO”

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Urgent appeal: can you help Thor? 📣 A very sweet GSD x Springer spaniel needing a home in the UK (based in foster in Newport Pagnell). You can find more info about him on the Black Retriever X Rescue page on FB. #rescuedog

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Trick training ⭐️ is so much fun for you and your dog - and there are a whole host of other benefits, too! #dogtraining #dogtrainer #ukdogs #positivedogtraining #forcefree

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Today is International Transgender Day of Visibility 🏳️‍⚧️ We are proud to be a trans-led business, and strongly believe in fairness & equality for both dogs & humans alike. Happy TDOV everyone! #positivedogtraining #forcefree #transownedbusiness #tdov #transgenderdayofvisibility

An image of myself and my Belgian Malinois Logan with a trans pride heart and the text “Happy International Transgender Day of Visibility!”

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Dogs do what works - using food in training is important to make it worth their while. As Jean Donaldson says, “No motivation, no training” 🍪 #dogtraining #dogtrainer #positivereinforcement #positivedogtraining #forcefree

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Flirt poles are great for exercising and training your dog. The flirt pole can be used as a fun reward in training and is a positive way of channelling your dog’s natural prey / chase instincts. 🎣🐶 #dogtraining #positivereinforcement #positivedogtraining #forcefree

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

On all the bad days, our dogs really do help us so much ❤️‍🩹🐶

A meme of Lisa Simpson applying a band aid to Bart Simpson - above Bart’s head is text reading “me” and above Lisa’s head is text reading “my dogs”.

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Play with a special training toy is a great way to reward your dog. I recommend Tug-E-Nuff toys - visit tug-e-nuff.com/THINKDOGS for 10% off your order! #dogtraining #dogtrainer #positivereinforcement #positivedogtraining #forcefree

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ThinkDogs Training & Behaviour @thinkdogstraining.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Psychiatric assistance dog in training, Riley the gorgeous German Shepherd, working on some off-lead heelwork inside of a shop for the first time. Well done, team! 👏 #dogtraineruk #assistancedog #assistancedogsuk #assistancedogintraining #forcefree

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