The Positive Puppy Expert
Ali, 32, is passionate about helping new puppy parents get it right, right from the start. Not just training them, but also helping puppy parents understand their growing pup and so enabling the new puppy parents to become their pup’s best advocates. To help create a puppy capable of being a confident and adaptable family member and keep puppies out of shelters. She has helped over 1300 dogs and their families to date.
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Featured In
over 40 publications and podcasts!
Ali’s mental health journey with Indie, her inspiration for Rebarkable
Ali Smith consulted for the Redbone Coonhound breed profile for beChewy
Rebarkable features as a key way of training your puppy at home
Rebarkable features as a key way of training your puppy at home
Ali quoted for Cheapism, recommending Cavalier King Charles Spaniels as great dogs for seniors
Ali talks for Outward Hound about why toys can help dogs feel more secure
Ali Smith featured in the Capital Gazette
Ali was interviewed for the Baltimore Sun about her awards and achievements with Rebarkable
Quoted in on the Publicity Tips For Pet Businesses blog about how to cope with critics
Rebarkable Pupdates featured on The Dogs
Ali Smith consulted for the English Springer Spaniel breed profile for beChewy
Ali gets named top pet blog and wins two awards and was featured in pets+
Ali quoted as expert in pawtracks article about coprophagia
Ali Smith consulted for the Giant Schnauzer breed profile for beChewy
Ali featured in EssexLive about her mental health journey
Ali writes for K9 Nation about how CBD products work for dogs
Ali shares the reason for rebarkable and celebrates being a multi-award winning trainer in theoregonian
Ali Smith consulted for the American Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed profile for beChewy
Ali & Pupdates were featured in pets+
Ali Smith writes about Fi series 2 trackers and how they compare to airtags
Ali helps dog training myths!
Ali consults for how to minimise dog attacks or threat as a runner
Ali Smith consulted for the Weimeraner breed profile for beChewy
Ali Smith consulted for the Keeshond breed profile for beChewy
Ali helps Metro readers understand the needs before getting a puppy
Ali writes for Chesapeake Family Life about Keeping Dogs cool in summer
Ali helps readers to travel safely in a plane with their dogs
Ali Smith from Rebarkable quoted in Yahoo Life
Ali Writes for Chesapeake Family Life
Ali was interviewed for the Frederick News-Post about her awards and achievements with Rebarkable
Ali Smith consulted for The Beauceron breed profile for beChewy
Ali quoted for Pawtracks about guarding behaviours
Ali quoted for recommending Cavalier King Charles spaniel for the older generation
Ali helps readers to travel safely in a plane with their dogs
Ali Smith from Rebarkable quoted in HelloGiggles
Ali Smith from Rebarkable quoted in HelloGiggles
Ali Was Interviewed for Henry The Smol’s Blog
Ali quoted on how pets help our mental health
Ali quoted as expert in Companion Life
Ali quoted for elite daily about how playing with your puppy is great for bonding!
Ali Quoted for Pet Connection about backpacks for dogs
Ali was interviewed for HelloHappee With Laura Jane Illustrations
Ali Was Featured in UNILAD about mental wellbeing
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
24 Least Obedient Dog Breeds: A Comprehensive Guide
Dog breeds vary greatly in their obedience and trainability, and this diversity often reflects the unique roles and histories of these breeds. For example, Border collies, German Shepherds and Labrador Retrievers are renowned for their obedience and are frequently...
How Much Sleep Do Puppies Need? An In-depth Guide
Not all puppies love sleep, young puppies may even fight sleep! But sleep is imperative into our puppy's development and growth. Sleep, whether they're curled up on the sofa, stretched out in their crate, or simply snoozing while leaning against your foot, dreaming...
Why Belgian Malinois May Not Be the Best Choice For Your Family Pet
Striking, lithe, agile and smart as a whip - that's a belgian malinois in a nutshell. But how are they as family pets? Are you considering bringing a new canine friend into your family and have Belgian Malinois at the top of your potential list? This breed, renowned...
11 Military Dog Breeds: The Breeds Behind the Military’s Canine Forces
One of the things our dog's thrive on is work, most dogs were bred for a purpose! And in some instances this makes them perfect for helping our military men and women in their jobs. Military dogs have played a crucial role in the armed forces for centuries, serving...
29 Orange & White Dogs You’re Sure To Love!
Orange and white dogs come in so many shapes and sizes, and today, we're looking at a whopping 29 dogs who are orange and white! I have a soft spot for orange and white dogs - mainly because Lucy (my hound) is orange and white, she's a cross breed of bluetick and...
Is Puppy Poop Supposed to Be Soft? It’s Meaning And What You Can Do
Have you ever wondered why monitoring your puppy's poop is essential for assessing its overall health? As a dog owner, understanding the characteristics of healthy and abnormal bowel movements can be crucial in detecting potential health issues early on. This guide...