Spring is here, and with it comes warmer weather, longer walks, and more time outdoors with our dogs. While it’s a great time to enjoy nature, it also brings new safety considerations. From ticks and seasonal allergies to hidden hazards on local walks, being prepared helps keep your dog healthy and happy.

Every year on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements, resilience, and impact of women across all industries. In the dog training world, women play a huge - and often under-recognised - role in shaping ethical training, responsible ownership, and stronger relationships between dogs and humans.

Proofing is a critical step in dog and puppy training that takes behaviours beyond the basics and turns them into reliable obedience you can count on in the real world. It means practising a command or skill in a range of environments, situations, and distraction levels so your dog understands that the cue applies everywhere - not just at home.

The 2025 Merry Pack Walk for Charity was a festive, fun-filled day for dogs, owners, and the ASCENDK9 team! Held at Panshanger Park in Hertford, this annual event brought together our local dog community for a joyful walk while supporting a great cause: Mind, the mental health charity.

At ASCENDK9, everything we do is built around a core belief: dogs learn best through consistency, clarity, and real-life application. That belief is exactly why our newest service - Walk + Train - is currently in design and will be launching very soon.

If you’ve ever wished your dog could spend the day with a professional trainer, working on real-life skills in real-world environments, ASCENDK9 is excited to announce the launch of our new Day Training service in Harlow, Essex.

We’re excited to announce that bookings are now open for our Charity Pack Walk in support of Mind, the mental health charity!

We’re so excited to share that this December, ASCENDK9 will be hosting a special charity pack walk in support of Mind, the mental health charity.

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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.

When it comes to dog training, especially puppy training and dog socialisation, the classroom is just the beginning. One of the most important things you can do is take your training into the real world.

Whether you're working on reactivity, starting puppy training, or just trying to enjoy calm group dog walks, your emotional wellbeing plays a huge role in your dog's behaviour and progress.

Picture this: You’re at the park with your dog, and despite your best efforts, they ignore your calls and bolt toward a busy road. Your heart stops. If only there were a way to ensure they listen every time, without fail. That’s where e-collar training comes in.

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.