Meet Paul
I have owned, worked and trained gun dog breeds for the last 12 years. Namely spaniels & labradors. This has included raising puppies of those breeds. I currently have a 5 and 1/2 year old sprocker spaniel ‘Baxter’. I believe the experience and knowledge I have gained over the last 12 years has proved invaluable when dealing with behavioural/training issues and working to rectify them. Im passionate about what I do and looking forward to helping you and your dog achieve the very best!
Meet Joe
Joe is an experienced and dedicated dog trainer who has been a vital part of our team for several years. With a specialty in canine reactivity, Joe brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every training session, helping dog owners navigate the challenges of their dogs’ behavioral issues with compassion and understanding.
From a young age, Joe developed a profound love for animals, particularly dogs. His passion led him to pursue formal education and training in canine behavior, equipping him with the skills needed to address various behavioral challenges. Over the years, he has refined his techniques and honed his ability to read and understand canine body language, making him a go-to resource for dog owners facing issues related to reactivity, fear, and anxiety.
One of the defining qualities of Joe's training approach is his emphasis on positive reinforcement. He believes that building trust and a strong bond between dogs and their human companions is key to successful training outcomes. Joe utilises a range of strategies tailored to each individual dog’s needs, ensuring that the training process is not only effective but also enjoyable for both the dog and owner.
In addition to his professional work, Joe is an avid dog lover. He shares his home with a cocker spaniel named Rigby and a spirited working Labrador named Millie. Rigby, with his vibrant personality and playful demeanor, often brings a light-hearted energy to Joe’s home, while Millie, with her keen instincts and enthusiasm, is always eager to learn new skills and take on challenges. Together, they accompany Joe on adventures, sharing moments that only deepen his bond with them.
When Joe isn’t working with clients or training dogs, you can often find him enjoying outdoor activities with Rigby and Millie. His love for dogs also extends into his spare time, where he dedicates many hours to training and developing Millie’s working abilities, all while ensuring Rigby enjoys his playful pursuits.
In his journey as a dog trainer, Joe continues to inspire those around him through his dedication, knowledge, and love for dogs. With each success story, he reaffirms his commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of dogs and their families. Whether you're facing challenges with reactivity or simply looking to deepen your understanding of canine behavior, Joe is here to help you and your furry friends thrive together.
Training
Specialising in puppy training & behaviour.
Extensive knowldege in all gun dog/cross gun dog breeds - Labradors, Spaniels, ladradoodle, cockapoo etc.
Behavioural problems such as jumping up, resource guarding, barking, chewing/biting, hyperactivity, pulling on lead, dog to dog reactivity and dog to human reactivity.
I am a firm believer in positive reward based training. This is absolutely vital when training puppies. A puppy does not know how to behave, we need to show them how to behave correctly. Unfortunately as humans we can be very ‘grey’ in our approach to training our puppies. A prime example of this is with a puppy that jumps up. One minute we are getting our puppy to sit nice and calmly, not praising it for jumping. Then the next minute we are letting our puppy greet our guests at the front door, letting them get fussed and praised for jumping all over them. This is why dogs get confused, we must be CONSISTENT All of the time. Not when it suits us. Dogs are very black & white in how they learn, its humans that cause confusion.
I am very passionate about raising puppies the right way. I believe the earlier we start training them the right way is vitally important because it doesn’t take them long to start learning the wrong behaviours.
Once the wrong behaviours then become learnt they are alot more difficult to try and reverse. Let’s just start teaching them the right way from day 1 and then we won’t get these issues further down the line.
We will be there every step of the way
You have to appreciate there is no quick way of training your puppy. it doesn't exist!! Heres a few things to remember:
- It’s not easy
- They will make mistakes and so will you(remember how you learnt to ride a bike you fell off a lot!!!)
- Be patient, don’t punish mistakes
- You have to play the long game, CONSISTENCY & REPETITION over time is what gets results
- Don’t expect too much too soon
- Don’t set them up to fail(letting them off the lead to soon, having them out at dinner time, greeting guests at the front door, taking them on the school run)
- Don’t compare them to other dogs you may have had
