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Best Dog Enrichment Tips of 2025: Rest, Play, and Connection
This year was all about enriching our dogs’ lives in kind, thoughtful, and joyful ways — here’s a look back at the standout conversations, ideas, and connections we shared in 2025.

Sarah at Barkshire Dog Training
Dec 16, 20254 min read


Interactive Play: Strengthening bonds through fun and games with your dogs.
Interactive play isn’t just about burning off energy—it’s a powerful, joyful way to build trust, improve focus, and reinforce positive behaviours. In this blog, I’ll share how play can transform your training, deepen your bond, and bring more fun, patience, and connection into everyday life.

Sarah at Barkshire Dog Training
Dec 9, 20254 min read


How to help your dog with firework anxiety and noise sensitivity during Bonfire night, Diwali and New Years Eve.
As fireworks begin lighting up the skies across Reading and beyond—from Diwali to Bonfire Night and New Year’s Eve—many dogs will be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or frightened. This gentle guide is packed with practical, positive steps to help your dog feel safe, supported, and understood during the noisy months ahead.

Sarah at Barkshire Dog Training
Sep 26, 20255 min read


From sleepless to settled in Caversham: what Mabel taught us about early puppy support.
Bringing a puppy home is often painted as pure joy—floppy ears, playful Zoomies, and snuggly evenings on the sofa. And while there are moments like that, the truth is that puppy life can also feel overwhelming, emotional, and downright exhausting.

Sarah at Barkshire Dog Training
Jul 3, 20253 min read


Getting ready for your new puppy in Reading, Berkshire? Here’s what you need (and what you don’t!)
Welcoming a puppy into your life in Berkshire is a truly magical experience—but it can also feel a bit overwhelming. With endless advice and shopping lists out there, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. In this blog, I’ll guide you through what you actually need to give your pup the best start—from practical essentials to key skills that nurture calm, confidence, and connection

Sarah at Barkshire Dog Training
Apr 18, 20253 min read
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