<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[A New Leash on Life Dog Training]]></title><description><![CDATA[I help reduce the frustration for busy dog owners with in-home and online dog training options.]]></description><link>https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:13:33 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Client Testimonials 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jax the American Staffy I approached Keryn as I was having trouble working out how to deal with a few behavioural issues my staffy was having. It was anything from being over the top excited and jumping up on visitors and pulling their clothing and belongings, grabbing things from off the bench to lead pulling and anything else in between. All I can say is I highly recommend Keryn. She has taught Jax (staffy) and I so much. I have learnt a lot about his body language and intent as well as...]]></description><link>https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/post/client-testimonials-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b9df4f9f707efd84e2bf8b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:13:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1c5dac_f40377706f0e4510af01ac8dbb202ddd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anewleashonlifedog</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Client Testimonials 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Samson and Louie We were scared of getting a dog trainer and feeling judged as we tended to let things slide with our dogs and weren't on the ball with their obedience. Keryn did not make us feel like that at all! We eventually found the solution to our problems and we are so much better off for it! Louie and Sam are overall better behaved and listen to us now and we are so stoked with the result. Thank you again Keryn for your help! Hayley with Louie and Samson the Golden Retrievers...]]></description><link>https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/post/client-testimonials-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692e2f4dbdf3aa7317116bcc</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:45:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1c5dac_ecb22f5ca67142ee9acef60c2c00c152~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anewleashonlifedog</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Client Testimonials 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ashi holds his drop off lead Keryn was absolutely amazing! Really understanding of our dog and us as new owners. Her extensive knowledge really helped our dog and us as owners. Couldn't recommend Keryn enough, she was very supportive and would gladly recommend her to anyone who needs a dog trainer. Michael &#38; Amy with Ashi (In Home Program) 1.12.2025 Lotti the Bull Arab learns to stay on her mat when asked I just wanted to say a big thank you for everything you’ve taught me during our training...]]></description><link>https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/post/client-testimonials-2025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692e229cbdf3aa73171150ce</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:10:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1c5dac_ecb22f5ca67142ee9acef60c2c00c152~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anewleashonlifedog</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Your Dog Being Stubborn? Or are they Confused?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you ever asked your dog to do something, and they just stared at you? They just stood there wagging. They didn’t even seem to hear...]]></description><link>https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/post/is-your-dog-being-stubborn-or-are-they-confused</link><guid isPermaLink="false">688dc5c6703020ba46e0fda8</guid><pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2025 08:23:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1c5dac_c2ea6458d37c43978ff6e5e0d3cc792d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anewleashonlifedog</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Your Dog’s Recall Falls Apart Around Distractions (And How to Fix It)  ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Does your dog suddenly forget how to come when you call them the moment another dog or bird appears? It's like they have never heard...]]></description><link>https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/post/why-your-dog-s-recall-falls-apart-around-distractions-and-how-to-fix-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">686477bdf2f431b5b26983ce</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:20:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1c5dac_0eb133870b4e484db842815819b6cc12~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anewleashonlifedog</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[“Why your dog’s behaviour often gets worse in winter. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[And what to do about it!” (A practical guide to keeping your dog calm and well-behaved in the colder months) Jaffa and Tanzi rugged up...]]></description><link>https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/post/why-your-dog-s-behaviour-often-gets-worse-in-winter</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68429439856d937d0f4f8fd7</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 07:14:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1c5dac_8fc840412a994173bf2ec7a4cb260be5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anewleashonlifedog</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Power of Human Mindset in Dog Training]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lot of the dog owners that I see and speak to on a day-to-day basis have been conditioned by society to believe that if they give their...]]></description><link>https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/post/the-power-of-human-mindset-in-dog-training</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6549baa670bcff0a5f934d79</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2023 00:39:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1c5dac_bb8b84da2f3745fe8d895adb380fd989~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anewleashonlifedog</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ Navigating Dog Interactions: To Greet or not to greet?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s nothing nicer for most dog owners than watching their dog run around and doing the things that their dog loves to do most:...]]></description><link>https://www.anewleashonlife.com.au/post/navigating-dog-interactions-to-greet-or-not-to-greet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6504f4eea2088eb662c408fe</guid><pubDate>Sat, 16 Sep 2023 01:49:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1c5dac_d08c01ef9be645409ec9b93aa27fb56c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>anewleashonlifedog</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Easy and Unforgettable Dog Portraits - for Free!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hey there, doggie parents! 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