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Tails from the Toolbox
Dog Listening insights, hands-on help, quiet heroics, and the gentle magic of calm, kind leadership.


Lead First, Love Second
Even if they bark when visitors arrive. Even if they’re nervy around new people. Even if they’re a bit overwhelmed by summer chaos.

Russ
3 days ago3 min read


Summer Isn’t Easy (And That’s Okay)
And when they don’t? They get labelled reactive. Difficult. Failing.

Russ
Jul 13 min read


Not the End - Just the Beginning
Whether your dog came via van, foster or our Kennels—or let’s be honest, from Jurassic Park (some definitely act like Dinosaurs in those first few days!)

Debbie & Richard
Jun 283 min read


Genuine trust takes time. Always!
“They were perfect at first… now I don’t know what’s going on!”

Russ
Jun 223 min read


Why I Didn’t Take My Dog to Work Today
“Your dog will always guide you—if something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.”

Russ
Jun 203 min read


Free Training Resource: Give Your Rescue Dog the Best Start
A free training resource we recommend to every adopter and foster

SBBD Admin
Jun 192 min read
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