ONE TO ONE TRAINING

If you are considering joining a training class at some point, it can also be helpful to have at some personalised training session before joining a class. Individual problems, if any, can be discussed and questions answered in a quiet environment.

In some cases, one to one training is arranged initially if is is considered that a dog may have difficulty in coping with a class style environment. This could include nervousness, lack of confidence, excessive barking etc.

In other cases, an owner may want to iron out a simple training problem, or might not be able to attend training classes for one reason or another.

All members of the family can be included or just one owner, whatever suits the individual household. Every owner is different and owner requirements vary but a typical training programme might include:

• Gaining control and attention
• Equipment: collars, leads, headcollars etc
• How to use food treats to lure and reward
• Lead handling skills
• Basic control positions: "SIT" "STAND" "DOWN"
• Toys and play – what toys to use for best effect
• Walking on a loose lead
• Environmental training
• Minimising problem behaviour
• Recalls – letting off lead whilst maintaining control
• All training takes into account owner requirements and your dog's individual abilities

More advanced work can also be undertaken for the more experienced owner/handler.

Please ring to make and appointment and to discuss your dog's needs. One To One appointments are only available on Saturday mornings, and there is often a waiting list, so please book early!

CLICKER TRAINING IS INCORPORATED AS TRAINING PROGRESSES.