Dogs communicate constantly, but not through words. Their primary language is body language — posture, movement, facial expression, and energy. Learning to recognize these signals helps owners respond appropriately and strengthens trust between dog and family. Most...
Dogs don’t express love the way humans do. They don’t rely on words, gifts, or grand gestures. Instead, dogs communicate affection through behavior, body language, and emotional cues. Once you understand these signals, it becomes easier to recognize when your dog is...
Training matters.Structure matters. But connection is what makes everything else work. This year at Ashford Manor, our focus is on strengthening the bond that supports training — not replacing it. When an Australian Labradoodle feels connected,...
🧠 Brain Game: Box Bonanza Goal: Strengthen your dog’s problem-solving skills and build confidence through a fun, scent-driven activity using your Ashford Manor delivery boxes! 🐾 What You’ll Need: 2 or more delivery boxes (or other sturdy boxes) Small, high-value...
Training Your Australian Labradoodle Without Using Their Name As dog owners, we often find ourselves calling our dog’s name over and over, especially when we want to get their attention or start a training session. However, using their name too much can become a...
Did you know you may be giving your dog more commands than you ever realized? We often think training is all about spoken words like “sit” or “stay.” But dogs are masters at reading our body language — often better than they hear our...
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