One To One Training?         

Whilst training classes offer benefits for many dogs and their owners, not all dogs can cope with this environement in the early stages of training and as many of the behavioural issues occur at home, one to one training can be the only way to overcome these.

With one-to-one training, you and your dog receive dedicated coaching and training. Many of my clients have already attended classes or group training sessions with other trainers & have found that in most cases, they have not worked for them or their dogs.

Dealing with the training needs or unwanted behaviour in the environments where it is needed can often be far more successful. This is a major benefit of one-to-one training over class or group training sessions when it comes to addressing unwanted behavioural issues.

Some of the training needs & behavioural problems I am often asked to help with are:

· Pulling on the lead

 · Running off and not coming back when called

 · Aggression towards other dogs

 · Aggression towards people

 · Disobedience in the home

 · Destructive behaviour in the home

 · Dominating family members

 · Fear of people or other dogs

 · Over-possessiveness of toys

 · Separation Anxiety  

Initial Consultation

I will travel to you for the initial consultation which will can last between 1 and 3 hours (typically 2 hours) depending on the problems and issues. We will discuss the issues and training needs and I will carry out an assessment of your dog & the issues by observing them as they occur. This may require the dog to be taken to its normal exercise area if appropriate. Training will be started during this session & you will be given a training plan to follow. Following the initial consultation and training session, I will telephone you within a few days to check on your progress and offer any further advice or help if needed.

If any specific equipment or training aids are required, I will supply them (new) & if successful, give you the option to purchase them from me at cost.

Training methods are tailored to suit your individual needs & I only employ established & proven positive reinforcement techniques utilising food, toys & clicker.I will be honest and realistic with my assessment and training plan, taking into account what you wish to achieve, the issues surrounding your dog and the time available to you.

Additional Training Sessions

Depending on the training needs or behavioural problems, it is often the case that follow up sessions and visits will be required. However, it is your decision as to how often you use my services.

My fees are set at a very competitive rate to make it affordable for you so that you can continue with further training sessions to achieve the results you require.

All clients are encouraged to telephone me to discuss any problems as well as to report positive progress of the training plans etc free of charge. It is always extremely pleasing to receive positive updates.