Vic Barlow

The Dogfather: Don't overdo the treats
Tuesday 26th January 2016
Tue 26th Jan 2016

The Dogfather: Don't overdo the treats

I'm often asked if I use treats to train my dogs and the answer is an unqualified yes. It's the logical way to teach young pups the basic positions of…
Barlow's Beef: Banking on big profits
Tuesday 19th January 2016
Tue 19th Jan 2016
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Barlow's Beef: Banking on big profits

Apparently it's only just occurred to Cheshire East that large developers are screaming the case for the need for more housing then simply banking the…
The Dogfather: Why your dog won't come when called
Tuesday 19th January 2016
Tue 19th Jan 2016

The Dogfather: Why your dog won't come when called

Owners often call me with some overwhelming complaint concerning their dog's behaviour. "My dog will not come back when called," they tell me in utter…
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Barlow's Beef: What are your new year resolutions?
Tuesday 12th January 2016
Tue 12th Jan 2016

Barlow's Beef: What are your new year resolutions?

After considerable thought I have my New Year Resolutions sorted.First and foremost I want to take offence. I am absolutely hopeless at holding a grudge…
The Dogfather: What is good for us is not always good for our dogs
Tuesday 12th January 2016
Tue 12th Jan 2016

The Dogfather: What is good for us is not always good for our dogs

Judging by the massive amount of doggie clothing sold this Christmas one has to ask whose needs these owners are fulfilling? This thought was triggered…
Barlow's Beef: What will 2016 bring us?
Tuesday 5th January 2016
Tue 5th Jan 2016
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Barlow's Beef: What will 2016 bring us?

Happy New Year. I'd like to believe we shall have one but there has rarely been a more turbulent time in which to predict. The EU whilst decisive in meddling…
Barlow's Beef: Book early for HS2
Tuesday 29th December 2015
Tue 29th Dec 2015
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Barlow's Beef: Book early for HS2

I'm sure you are delighted to know that HS2 high-speed rail service will be coming to a station near you in the next 12-17 years. Well, when I say 'near…
The Dogfather: Get the family together and agree on house rules
Tuesday 29th December 2015
Tue 29th Dec 2015

The Dogfather: Get the family together and agree on house rules

When I do a home assessment visit I'm frequently baffled by the confusion of rules and commands families apply to their dogs. I often have to guess what…
Barlow's Beef: Malice in Bunderland
Tuesday 22nd December 2015
Tue 22nd Dec 2015
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Barlow's Beef: Malice in Bunderland

Once upon a time there were glorious pastures where animals grazed and children played in a green and pleasant county known to all as Blunderland.Then…
The Dogfather: How 'devil’ dogs put me on the map
Tuesday 22nd December 2015
Tue 22nd Dec 2015

The Dogfather: How 'devil’ dogs put me on the map

Can I take the opportunity to thank all those dogs who came along to my Behaviour Clinics and trusted me with their issues. I owe these guys a lot. It…
Barlow's Beef: Going.... Going.. Gone!
Tuesday 15th December 2015
Tue 15th Dec 2015
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Barlow's Beef: Going.... Going.. Gone!

So... our council Leader has resigned following sustained pressure from both public and party following what has become Physiogate. Why anyone is remotely…
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The Dogfather: Don't change the rules at Christmas
Tuesday 15th December 2015
Tue 15th Dec 2015

The Dogfather: Don't change the rules at Christmas

Christmas is upon us. It's the time of goodwill, bonhomie and... visitors.This is the time to demonstrate your leadership credentials. Ask your visitors…
Barlow's Beef : Learn the secret of Adele's stunning success
Tuesday 8th December 2015
Tue 8th Dec 2015

Barlow's Beef : Learn the secret of Adele's stunning success

Like millions of people I love Adele's music. She writes her own material and clearly has an amazing talent. I used to wonder where her inspiration came…
The Dogfather: Don't make a life commitment on someone else's behalf
Tuesday 8th December 2015
Tue 8th Dec 2015

The Dogfather: Don't make a life commitment on someone else's behalf

We are on our way to the Big Day. Shoppers are scurrying around buying gifts and Googling like their life depends on it. All hoping they surprise relatives…
Barlow's Beef: Roll up your vest ... the doctor is on the phone
Tuesday 1st December 2015
Tue 1st Dec 2015

Barlow's Beef: Roll up your vest ... the doctor is on the phone

I'm told if you want to see your GP it's best to phone the surgery early in the morning. So I called at 8am today and asked for an appointment with my…
Barlow's Beef: Is Lindow Moss the last stand?
Tuesday 24th November 2015
Tue 24th Nov 2015
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Barlow's Beef: Is Lindow Moss the last stand?

Unusually for me I've been ill for almost a month. Twin infections created a raging fever draining every ounce of energy. After three days of lying on…
The Dogfather: Training DVDs
Tuesday 24th November 2015
Tue 24th Nov 2015

The Dogfather: Training DVDs

A lady owner being dragged along the footpath I was walking today shook her head in exasperation and yelled: "I wish my dog was like yours." "It can be...…
Barlow's Beef: Wealthy developers are on the fast-track
Tuesday 17th November 2015
Tue 17th Nov 2015
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Barlow's Beef: Wealthy developers are on the fast-track

I watched a very interesting documentary on Public Service America last night entitled The Last Days in Vietnam.In January 1973 the Paris Peace Accords…
The Dogfather: Can you teach my dog to bite?
Tuesday 17th November 2015
Tue 17th Nov 2015

The Dogfather: Can you teach my dog to bite?

I receive many requests from dog owners in a typical week so I am rarely surprised. I was however, dumbfounded when my phone rang and a lady asked if…
Barlow's Beef: Thinking is for wimps
Tuesday 10th November 2015
Tue 10th Nov 2015
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Barlow's Beef: Thinking is for wimps

About this time of year animal charities festoon the country with posters telling people 'Dogs are for life not just for Christmas.' Bumper stickers appear…