One to One Training Sessions

How many sessions will I need?

This depends on your dog and how many issues we are helping you with, but generally most people will need one behaviour session, often with either a few follow up 1-1 sessions or classes after to continue your dog's training
With our dog training sessions many people will only need one or two to get them on track then a couple more to build on their training. 

Some owners opt for classes or workshops after these initial 1-1 sessions if they wish to work more on their dogs training or to cover other training with their dog

Where will the session take place?

Behaviour sessions usually take place at your home/local walk as this is where you are having the issues with your dog
Training sessions can take place at your home, local walk or our paddock depending on your preference

What type of training do you use?

We use a variety of positive, science based methods suited to you and your dog. We do not use choke, shock or prong collars or similar, and we will not ask you do do something that will cause your dog harm or to fear you

I think I am making my dog's problem worse, can you train me too?

This is a common thought especially among owners of reactive dogs, and yes we work with you as well as your dog to help overcome these issues

My dog isn't a bad dog, why do I need a behaviour session?

No dog is 'bad', they just have issues to work through. A behaviour session is designed to help you and your dog through these so that everyone can see the loving, good, happy dog you see at home.
Our behaviour sessions are ideal for helping with issues stated above and for if you would like more in depth advice on one specific issue

How long will it take until I can see improvement?

This entirly depends on you and your dog, and how much training you can put in.
There is almost always improvement in your session that you will be able to see, long term does depend on you and what you can put into your training with your dog as well as your dog's speed and ability to take in new things and how anxious / worried your dog may be

I have a mobility problem, will this still work for me?

Yes of course, we can taylor our training for your needs, as long as you make us aware of them.
Please do let us know either on booking or at the start of your session so we don't show you things that you are unable to do

I am a visual learner, can you demonstrate what you are saying?

Yes, where possible we show you how to do what we are asking, then get you to try it out a few times and tweek where needed while we are there to ensure you have the best understanding and get the most from your session

Are you sure this will work for me and my dog?

As dogs are their own beings we cannot guarentee success, however we have seen improvement with all the dogs we have helped, and overcome many issues. the majority of dogs and owners this will work for.
If you want to use force or scare tactics to get your dog to listen then our sessions won't work as we don't use this in our training. It also won't work if you don't listen or have questions but don't ask them

How do I prepare for my session?

There are a few things you can do to make your session less stressful. First, hand feed your dog each meal, this will help get your dog more focused on your hands and therefore make training easier (spoon feed if you feed wet or raw)
You can also get everything ready well before your session so you are not stressing and having to find everything when we turn up.
Have ready some of your dogs normal food, some really tasty treats cut up small, a favourite toy, their normal walking collar, harness, lead etc and anything else we ask you to when you book

How do I book in follow up/the next session in my package?

After the initial session (in-person/phone/video) we will book in your next session at a time/date to suit both parties. At the end of each subsequent session, we ask when you would like to book in. This can be booked at this time or if you prefer to wait and book in a few days later this is fine too. If you choose to wait we recommend putting a reminder on your phone/calendar to ensure you don't miss your next session as we cannot always chase for bookings during busy periods.