Trained dogs are ‘free’ dogs. They are a pleasure to take out and about with you, because you know that they will behave around people, children, other dogs and any situation that you put them in. Trained dogs can be walked anywhere and let off the lead, because they can be totally trusted to return when they are asked to do so. They are more likely to be allowed to go to your friends and families houses because other people feel safe and secure in the knowledge that your dog is safe and under control at all times. Trained dogs are true members of the family, they can be taken on family outings and holidays because they can be trusted.

For untrained dogs their lives are not as full; these are dogs that have to be shut away any time you have visitors come to the house, they are constantly begging for food at the dinner table, they can never be let off lead, walking these dogs is very stressful, always scanning the horizon to see if other dog s are coming, they constantly pull on the lead, jump up at people, the list is endless.
Hopefully your dog will be living with you for a number of years; some dogs live until they are 18 years old, so now is the time to ensure that these years will be mutually rewarding, by teaching your dog(s) the correct way to behave.

WHAT IS INVOLVED IN TRAINING?

The training method I use is based on the Volhard Motivational Method, which was devised by Jack and Wendy Volhard of the USA. The method is a kind method which breaks each exercise down into small
sequential steps so that success is easy for both the dog and its owner. Most true behaviour and training
problems occur due to a lack of communication between the dog and its owner, it is my aim to teach both how to understand each other. I use a variety of different tools and equipment so as to ensure that I tailor the training programme toward each individual dog and owner. I also look at the dog from a holistic point of view, and take into account your dog’s diet, exercise, fitness level, breed, age, personality and general overall physical and metal wellness in order to provide you with the best help and information I can.

Private lessons are usually an hour to an hour and a half long, they are tailored to your individual needs.
Whatever you need help with will be addressed during the session. I always advise some basic obedience
exercises for everybody regardless of the main reason for the lesson; I believe that all dogs should, walk on a loose lead;, not barge through doorways; not jump up and come back when called, these are essential basics of a well mannered dog.

Typical problems that can be helped by training are:— pulling on the lead, jumping up, running away, door barging, lack of manners, housetraining problems, excess barking, separation anxiety, aggression toward people or dogs, inappropriate chase behaviour, stealing food, begging at the table.

Lessons can be either a one off occurrence just to set you off on the right track, or a course of lessons (discount available), which will enable you to achieve more of your goals.