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BlogTips for your dog
Training, kit and care, from my day to day experience working with dogs in Girona.
About meMy story: why I started Alma Canina
Carlo Vera on how dogs, a business, cancer and his dog Loki led him to start Alma Canina in Girona to support other families.
KitCollar or harness: which to choose for your dog's breed
Collar, H harness or Y harness. How to choose the right kit for your dog's breed, neck shape and character. Advice from a dog trainer in Girona.
TrainingHow to teach your dog to walk without pulling on the lead
A practical, punishment free guide to stop your dog pulling on the lead. Simple exercises you can start today, explained by a dog trainer in Girona.
WorkshopVegetable tanned leather: why I use it for every collar
What vegetable tanned leather is, how it differs from chrome tanned leather and why it's a good choice for your dog's collar and lead.
CareWhat to ask before leaving your dog with a boarder
The key questions to ask before leaving your dog with a sitter or at a boarding home in Girona: space, routine, other dogs, health and keeping in touch.
About meHow I work: getting results with every dog
How I work as a dog trainer in Girona: assessment, a tailored plan, practice in your daily life and follow up until the change sticks. No punishment.
FamilyThe family dog: a source of support in hard times
How a balanced dog can be a real emotional support for a family going through a difficult time, and what the dog needs in return. Carlo and Loki's experience.
PuppiesYour new puppy: a guide to the first few weeks
Socialisation, sleep, toilet training, nipping and routine. Everything you need to get off to a good start with your puppy, from a dog trainer in Girona.
CountrysideLivestock guardian dogs: protectors of the countryside
What livestock guardian dogs are, how they're raised with the flock and what they need to do their job well. Carlo Vera's experience with farms and farmers.
CountrysideDogs and horses: teaching your dog to live alongside them at the yard
Tips for helping your dog live safely alongside horses: introductions, distance, body language and rules at the yard and out in the countryside.