Welcome To The Blog

Here you will find tips for training your Whippet as well as musings from my work as a trainer & behaviourist who works exclusively with Whippets and sighthounds.

This includes training tips, multi dog household insights, reactivity, recall and focus!

I will also update this blog with updates on Arkle with his behaviour and health for those who have followed his journey!

Will A Harness Increase Reactivity?

By: Zara Lipsett Published on: 27/09/2025

Will using a harness on your whippet increase your dogs reactivity? Learn more...

Reactivity
Will A Harness Increase Reactivity?

3 Reasons Your Dog Is Pulling Onlead

By: Zara Lipsett Published on: 12/09/2025

It can be frustrating having a dog who pulls onlead, no one got a dog to fight them on walks after all. Learn why your whippet pulls and solutions for calmer walks with your dog.

Dog Training Tips
3 Reasons Your Dog Is Pulling Onlead

Muzzle Training Your Whippet

By: Zara Lipsett Published on: 07/09/2025

Muzzle Training is one of the most important skills you can teach any dog. Learn how to train your Whippet to wear a muzzle happily, step by step.

Dog Training Tips
Muzzle Training Your Whippet

Stop Scavenging on Walks 

By: Zara Lipsett Published on: 19/08/2025

Teach your dog the magic word game to help reduce scavenging when out and create calm vs chaos!

Dog Training Tips
Stop Scavenging on Walks