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Lockdown Myths and Concerns

Lockdown Myths All of us have had to experience some for of unknown during COVID-19 Lockdown. Here are some myths that we have come across at Barkers in Balance and how we were able to respond to our amazing and understanding clients Myth 1 – You can’t train a dog online: Oh yes we can! …

Lockdown Deja Vu – Our COVID19 Update

Lockdown Deja Vu! Our Covid-19 Update August 2021 Well it feels a little bit like Deja Vu being pushed back into lockdown here in NSW this month. It’s really disappointing that we cannot operate our classes in person, and we understand the feelings of all owners and really feel your your canine family members. We …

Graduates of July 2021

Graduations of July 2021 Once again its been a busy month so far with multiple graduations at all our locations! We just want to say a huge congrats to all those doggos & owners who have put the hard work in, over the last few months Below are our the July graduates: East Maitland Good …

Life with Lakota – Our Canine Colleague

Life with Lakota If you have followed our facebook page, you will know we often feature our canine colleague Lakota has lots of stories, and is around in our lives alot!  She is a complete joy to have around and as part of our team! So we thought we would put some stories below from …

Charming Cocker Spaniels

17Charming Cocker Spaniels The cocker spaniel, often referred to as the American cocker spaniel, descends from the English cocker spaniel. The name “cocker” comes from the woodcock, a game bird that these dogs efficiently flushed out for hunters. Cocker spaniels are known for being gentle, easy-going and affectionate yet lively. They are generally considered good …