Dog Training Blog
Welcome to the HDDT K9 Services Blog, where we share practical training advice, helpful guidance, and real-world insights for dog owners who want a more confident, obedient, and well-balanced companion. Whether you are working with a Belgian Malinois, preparing your dog for everyday adventures, or simply wanting better control and communication, our blog is here to help you understand your dog better and build a stronger relationship through consistent, structured training.
Press Release For Online Dog Training
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE DISTRIBUTION South African Dog Behaviourists Jarred & Laiken Hodgson Announce Expansion of HDDT K9 Services, Bringing Premium Online Dog Training to Rural Families Nationwide KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa — HDDT K9 Services, founded by…
Dog owners and dog training in South Africa Survey Results
We conducted a survey in South Africa on dog owners and their feelings towards dog training. The aim of the survey was to get a better understanding of the sentiment people have towards dog training in person and online, with our main goal being to understand what the…
Our Published Articles
I have just compiled a list of the published articles we have had in the Farmers Weekly. Dispelling five myths you thought were true about dogs Why getting your dog trained is important in South Africa Start training as soon as you get your puppy! Benefits of having a…
Puppy Scams and How to Avoid Them
Introduction We all look forward to welcoming a furry friend into our lives, but this can be clouded by the rising number of puppy scams in South Africa. These scams exploit unsuspecting animal lovers by taking their money without delivering a promised puppy. This…
What to consider when buying a puppy
When buying a puppy in South Africa, there are several factors to consider to ensure that you choose the right one for you and your family. Here are some of the most important factors to consider: Initial and recurring costs: Before getting a puppy, it’s important to…
The benefits of well trained dogs for farmers in South Africa
Dogs are more than just pets. They are loyal companions, hard-working helpers, and faithful protectors. For farmers in South Africa, dogs can be especially valuable in many ways. In this blog post, we will explore some of the benefits of having well-trained dogs on…
Off Leash Dogs: How to Deal With Them and Their Owners
This is probably one of the most contentious issue in South Africa surroundings dogs. Well, this and whether or not to believe that guy with a boerboel when he says ‘Don’t worry my dog doesn’t bite’. I constantly hear people complaining about off leash dogs in public…
Why a Belgian Malinois is the perfect dog for you
The Belgian Malinois originates from an area in Belgium called Malines. It is a part of a group of dogs known as the Belgian Shepherds which include the Laekenois, Groenendael, Tervuren and ofcourse the Malinois. Gerritsen, R, et al (2018) A Brief History of the…
Separation anxiety, Pulling + Resource guarding
Separation Anxiety Dealing with separation anxiety is a slow but steady path. Crate training can help with this, if the puppy starts as soon as possible with crate training. Putting the dog away for a minute to start off with. When the dog is quiet let it out and act…