Allow me to introduce myself…
I’m, Lesley Smith, founder of Two Happy Tails.
You can call me ‘Tigs’. (it’s a long story!)
I’m a besotted dog-mum to two gorgeous Rottweilers. When my second Rottie Zen developed autistic traits and become highly reactive overnight after a vaccine reaction, I had to learn ways to help support her through the perceived trauma and stress of everyday life.
I spent a few years honing my skills as an APDT qualified dog trainer, and with a strong foundation in dog body language and understanding stress in dogs, this really furthered my training abilities.
In 2023 I relocated to west Wales and how run a dog-friendly holiday cottage which is set up to provide a relaxing space for people and their dogs, especially dogs who struggle to be in close proximity to other dogs, or need personal space.
Lesley Bonner – my right hand woman!
Lesley has assisted with dog training classes over many years, and helps with sessions where needed providing ‘stooge dog’ services with one of our dogs.
And the girls…
Lena, born in September 2020,
is a lively, friendly girl who loves tennis balls, people, dogs, chews and tormenting her big sister. She has grown into a very sweet, well-rounded, balanced young lady with an awesome recall, even away from foxes, cats and squirrels!
Seren, born in June 2024,
is our latest family addition. She’s learning how to be calm around livestock and chickens at the moment, and loves sticks. Her favourite games are playing ‘bitey-face’ with her big sister, and wrestling with her cousin, a working cocker spaniel!
Our angel dogs
Calli, 2005 – 2012
Our first love
Skye, 2011 – 2020
Our earth angel
Zen, 2012-2023
Our ‘thoughtful’ baby