The Positive Puppy Expert
Ali Smith is the Positive Puppy Expert, and the founder of Rebarkable. Originally from the UK, she is an award-winning puppy trainer who uses positive reinforcement techniques who now trains in Maryland, US & online.
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Ali was interviewed for the Frederick News-Post about her awards and achievements with Rebarkable
Ali featured in EssexLive about her mental health journey
Ali Smith consulted for The Beauceron breed profile for beChewy
Ali consults for how to minimise dog attacks or threat as a runner
Ali Smith consulted for the English Springer Spaniel breed profile for beChewy
Ali Smith consulted for the Keeshond breed profile for beChewy
Ali writes for K9 Nation about how CBD products work for dogs
Rebarkable Pupdates featured on The Dogs
Quoted in on the Publicity Tips For Pet Businesses blog about how to cope with critics
Ali was interviewed for HelloHappee With Laura Jane Illustrations
Ali quoted as expert in pawtracks article about coprophagia
Ali quoted for recommending Cavalier King Charles spaniel for the older generation
Ali quoted for Cheapism, recommending Cavalier King Charles Spaniels as great dogs for seniors
Ali quoted as expert in Companion Life
Ali Was Featured in UNILAD about mental wellbeing
Ali quoted for elite daily about how playing with your puppy is great for bonding!
Ali Writes for Chesapeake Family Life
Ali quoted for Pawtracks about guarding behaviours
Ali Was Interviewed for Henry The Smol’s Blog
Ali’s mental health journey with Indie, her inspiration for Rebarkable
Ali Quoted for Pet Connection about backpacks for dogs
Ali & Pupdates were featured in pets+
Ali Smith consulted for the Weimeraner breed profile for beChewy
Ali writes for Chesapeake Family Life about Keeping Dogs cool in summer
Ali Smith consulted for the Giant Schnauzer breed profile for beChewy
Ali Smith consulted for the Redbone Coonhound breed profile for beChewy
Ali was interviewed for the Baltimore Sun about her awards and achievements with Rebarkable
Ali Smith consulted for the American Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed profile for beChewy
Ali gets named top pet blog and wins two awards and was featured in pets+
Ali helps dog training myths!
Ali talks for Outward Hound about why toys can help dogs feel more secure
About Rebarkable
This then culminated into Rebarkable! Where Ali aims to help new puppy parents learn & train to become the best puppy parents they can be in order to help create more considered dog owners and keep puppies out of shelters.
Recent Blog Posts
When Is The Best Time To Spay Or Neuter My Border Collie?
It’s hard to know when to spay or neuter – or if you should at all. Here’s the best veterinary advice for your Border Collie. So you’ve decided to spay or neuter your Border Collie? – but when? Often called getting your dog Fixed or Done (nomenclature that bugs me,...
When Is The Best Time To Spay Or Neuter My Bernese Mountain Dog?
It’s hard to know when to spay or neuter – or if you should at all. Here’s the best veterinary advice for your Bernese Mountain Dog. So you’ve decided to spay or neuter your Bernese Mountain Dog– but when? Often called getting your dog Fixed or Done (nomenclature that...
Dog Products Reviewed by Rebarkable -Recommending Only The Very Best!
The wonderful world of dog products! From Dog Collars, to harnesses, leashes and smart collars. I've written a number of reviews to help you lovely puppy parents decide which dog products are perfect for you and your pup. I've personally tried and tested all of these...
Bully Billows Ramsey Range – The Big Dog Test!
The Bully Billows Ramsey Range collar for dogs was potentially a game changer for me. Why? Because Indie is a big dog who I wanted to wear a collar - but collars didn't typically work for him... Ok, so, I don’t typically support aversives - and you those of you who...
Ruffwear Front Range Harness: The Fit, The Durability & Everything Else – An Honest Review
I love a well-fitting harness for a dog, but which one? This piece will review the Ruffwear Front Range harness - Ruffwear’s ‘all rounder’. Harnesses are a piece of kit I wouldn’t be without for a full grown dog, because they make for safe travel, they make for safe...
Puppy Blues Research Quiz – Help Us Find Out More
I've longsince been fascinated by the puppy blues, having been through it myself. I truly think it's a thing we just do not speak about enough. Whilst I understand anything to do with mental health is slowly overcoming a stigma, as is the emotions regarding our bond...