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 was interviewed for the Baltimore Sun about her awards and achievements with Rebarkable
Ali shares the reason for rebarkable and celebrates being a multi-award winning trainer in theoregonian
Ali featured in EssexLive about her mental health journey
Ali Smith consulted for the Giant Schnauzer breed profile for beChewy
Ali Smith consulted for the Weimeraner 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 Smith featured in the Capital Gazette
Ali quoted for recommending Cavalier King Charles spaniel for the older generation
Ali writes for K9 Nation about how CBD products work for dogs
Ali Smith writes about Fi series 2 trackers and how they compare to airtags
Quoted in on the Publicity Tips For Pet Businesses blog about how to cope with critics
Rebarkable Pupdates featured on The Dogs
Ali Writes for Chesapeake Family Life
Ali Smith from Rebarkable quoted in HelloGiggles
Ali Smith from Rebarkable quoted in HelloGiggles
Ali was interviewed for the Frederick News-Post about her awards and achievements with Rebarkable
Ali helps Metro readers understand the needs before getting a puppy
Ali quoted for Cheapism, recommending Cavalier King Charles Spaniels as great dogs for seniors
Ali helps readers to travel safely in a plane with their dogs
Ali quoted as expert in pawtracks article about coprophagia
Ali quoted for Pawtracks about guarding behaviours
Ali Was Featured in UNILAD about mental wellbeing
Ali Smith consulted for the English Springer Spaniel breed profile for beChewy
Ali & Pupdates were featured in pets+
Ali Smith consulted for the American Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed profile for beChewy
Ali consults for how to minimise dog attacks or threat as a runner
Ali gets named top pet blog and wins two awards and was featured in pets+
Ali writes for Chesapeake Family Life about Keeping Dogs cool in summer
Ali quoted as expert in Companion Life
Ali Was Interviewed for Henry The Smol’s Blog
Ali helps dog training myths!
Ali quoted on how pets help our mental health
Ali Quoted for Pet Connection about backpacks for dogs
Ali Smith consulted for the Redbone Coonhound breed profile for beChewy
Ali helps readers to travel safely in a plane with their dogs
Ali Smith consulted for the Keeshond breed profile for beChewy
Ali was interviewed for HelloHappee With Laura Jane Illustrations
Ali Smith from Rebarkable quoted in Yahoo Life
Ali quoted for elite daily about how playing with your puppy is great for bonding!
Ali’s mental health journey with Indie, her inspiration for Rebarkable
Ali Smith consulted for The Beauceron breed profile for beChewy
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
Training Your Puppy to Use Puppy Pads
Bringing home a new puppy is an exhilarating experience for pet parents, and the journey towards successful potty training holds the key to a harmonious coexistence - as a puppy who grows to be a dog who toilets freely in the house makes for a rough life. So we...
The Truth About ‘Air Jail’: Professional Dog Trainers Advise Caution
In recent years, the dog training community has seen a surge in the use of a controversial method known as "Air Jail." As videos on social media platforms (like TikTok) make the rounds, dog owners and trainers alike are taking note of this trend, sparking a...
Best Hiking Gear For Dogs 2024 – Tried & Tested!
Hiking is one of the most fun things you can do with your dog, hands (and paws) down. But one of the things that can really inhibit your ability to enjoy that hike is having the wrong equipment. Whilst I'm not going to be able to cover the human equipment for you, I...
Guide To Umbilical Cord Training With Puppies & Dogs
Welcoming a new puppy is an exciting time, but housebreaking can be a hurdle. Among various house training methods, umbilical cord training stands out. Also known as "tether training," it is a great way to bond with your puppy and establish beneficial habits while...
When Do Puppies Sleep Through The Night?
Knowing when your puppy is going to sleep through the night is one of those pivotal questions, but there's no hard and fast answer. Introducing a young puppy to a new home is a time of joy and excitement for pet parents. However, along with the joy comes a flurry of...
The Toughest 25 Dogs To Potty Train
Understanding dog breeds and their potty training challenges is crucial for pet owners. The journey of welcoming a new furry friend can be both exciting and challenging. Each dog breed comes with its unique characteristics, making the potty training process a variable...