Puppy Training
Searching for a puppy trainer near Earlsfield, Southfields, Tooting or Wandsworth? Do you want to give your puppy a head start in life? Or perhaps you are keen to learn how better to communicate with your puppy? If your answer is Yes to any of these questions then we are here to help! We know how you feel and we’re with you all the way!
About our puppy trainer…
Our lovely founder, Nick Lindsay, has grown up with dogs, gaining decades of experience handling dogs before going down the dog training route. Following his passion of helping owners to better understand and communicate with their dogs, he joined an expert (APDT) dog trainer “Heidi Z” as Assistant at puppy and adolescent dog training classes from 2013-2015. Since 2016 he has received numerous dog handling certifications with the IMDT (Institute of Modern Dog Trainers) including: Learning Theory, Practical Instructor, Advanced Dog Training & Behaviour and more. He is a Member of the IMDT and holds an OCN Level 3 ‘Principles of Dog Training & Behaviour’ qualification and continues to study the latest research on dog handling and behaviour, using marker-based, positive reinforcement techniques to help owners to teach their puppies the basic cues, skills, manners and behaviour expected of an urban dog.
About our puppy training sessions…
Nick specialises with puppies from 8 to 24 weeks of age. He recommends 4 sessions in order to cover the essentials, starting from day 1 with pup. These private one to one puppy training sessions are tailored to the owners’ needs and expectations of the puppy’s behaviour and involve the whole family, emphasising the consistency which is key to a stress free and enjoyable learning and bonding experience for both the owners and the puppies. Q&A sessions are usually done via Zoom (week nights at 18:00). All in person sessions will be held at our HQ (Saturdays from 12:00).
What our private one to one puppy training package will cover…
Session 1: 60min video call. New Puppy Q&A covering all important topics:
- Sleep and living area
- Toilet training
- Alone training (to aid with prevention of separation anxiety)
- Handling
- Crying / barking for attention
- Puppy play
- Puppy proofing, chewing & bite inhibition
- Jumping
- Socialisation
Session 2: 50min indoors. An introduction to Positive Reinforcement:
- Basic theory (easy when you know how it works!)
- No-reward Markers e.g. “Uh-uh” or Positive Interruptor e.g. “Excuse Me”
- Reflex To Name and Eye Contact
- Introduction to loose lead walking
- Introduction to recall
Session 3: 50min indoors. Loads of fun stuff such as:
- “Sit”, “Lie Down”, “Stand”
- Impulse control e.g. “Stay” / “Wait”
- “Leave it”
- Targeting e.g. “Touch”
- Send aways e.g. “On your bed”
- Fun tricks e.g. “Paw”, “Spin/Twist”, “Roll Over”
Session 4: 50min outdoors. Walking & training, interacting with other dogs and real life scenarios:
- Loose lead walking
- Outdoor recall exercises
- Body language and socialising
- Dog (& Handler) park etiquette
Price of puppy training…
- £65 per session (customised to specific needs) or
- £240 for the 4 session puppy package (new puppies only, must include q&a session)
All sessions must be booked and paid for in advance. 48 hours notice required for cancellation.
How to book puppy training…
We sincerely believe that this is one of the best things you can do for/with your puppy! And it’s so easy to book a private one to one puppy training session. Please contact Nick directly via whatsapp on 07939 996 379. He will get back to you asap to arrange the session/s and advise on what to prepare. Nick will guide you through a fun and educational puppy training experience. Believe us, you won’t regret it!
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