If you’ve ever found yourself searching “how to stop my dog pulling” or “how to teach my dog loose lead”, the way you structure your walks is often the missing piece.

At ASCENDK9, we work with owners across Harlow, Bishop’s Stortford, Hertford and the wider Essex area to make walks more enjoyable and purposeful… so here’s how you can start doing the same!

In this post, we’ll explore why traditional puppy-only classes might not always be the best fit, how mixing ages benefits your pup’s development, and how our tailored RISE:BASE group obedience class is designed to support dogs of all ages and stages - including puppies.

We’ll walk you through the what, how, and why of managing multi-dog households, using proven dog training techniques like crate training, place training, and boundary setting. If you’ve ever asked, “How do I train both dogs without chaos?” - read on.

If you're a dog owner in Essex or Hertfordshire, chances are you've searched for help with dog training, puppy classes, or finding a reliable dog trainer near you.

Welcome to the world of cooperative care training - a compassionate and powerful approach to handling and grooming that prioritises communication, consent, and calmness. Discover our free downloadable how-to guide on how you can use cooperative care training for stress-free tooth brushing with your dog.

In this blog post, we’ll explore everything you need to know about muzzle training and conditioning, from why it's important, to how to do it effectively, and where to start. Ready to take control of your dog's behaviour and safety? Let’s dive in!

There are many different training philosophies, but today I want to focus on two approaches: Reward-Based Balanced Training and Compulsion Training.

Want a motivated, active, thinking dog? Build your training around these three pillars

Clear communication is the foundation of effective dog training. One of the most powerful tools you can use is a dog marker word. Understanding what a marker word is in dog training, and how to implement both terminal marker words and continuation markers, can drastically improve your dog’s focus, responsiveness, and learning speed.

Loose-lead walking is one of the most requested training goals we hear at ASCENDK9, but it’s also one of the hardest for owners to crack.

Let’s break down why this skill is so challenging, how to teach it effectively, and the key habits that prevent your dog from slipping back into bad pulling habits.

Here’s the game-changer: you don’t need to rely solely on treats. You can use your dog’s existential food - the meals they would eat every day - to boost focus, motivation, and results in dog training.