Empathetic, ethical and welfare-friendly dog training
Bridlington, Driffield, Hornsea, Beverley, Hull and East Yorkshire
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• Help you teach your dog the behaviours you want and phase out and prevent the ones you don't •
• Support you and your dog, so you both gain more confidence •
• Strengthen the bond between you and your dog •
The key to successful training and a happy dog is your relationship with them.
If your bond is strong, the rest comes easy.
We are here to help you build your relationship with your dog, help you understand what they are trying to tell you and how you can communicate with them.
Training develops the bond and relationship between you and your dog. By spending time training your dog, you will learn to communicate with each other better, to solve problems and overcome challenges you face.
Lifelong Training and Learning
We don't stop a child's education after nursery school and a dog's education is not finished after puppy training! Our dogs are constantly learning and changing, and whilst puppy training gives them a great start, the key to a calm, confident, happy dog is to continue their education throughout their life.
We have training pathways suitable from puppy to adolescents through to senior dogs, from beginners to advanced levels. So no matter what their age or level, we will always have something for you and your dog.
KC Rally Training
Rally is a Kennel Club recognised dog sport that involves handlers and their dogs working as a team to navigate a course of numbered signs with different exercises on each - a sort of 'obedience exercise obstacle course'.
Rally is fun no matter what experience level. It's easy to get involved and provides a great opportunity for you and your dog to bond while showcasing your skills. It is a low impact dog sport and any dog may take part.
"My dog does not need training"
Not Every Dog Needs Training… But Every Dog (and their human) Benefits From Positive, Force-free Learning - Imagine someone saying to you that "you don't need to read that book", or "need to watch the latest episode of your favourite TV programme" or "need to listen to your favourite music". Of course nobody would say that, because we know that those activities enrich our life and make us happy.
It's the same with dog training. Learning and developing new skills enrich your dog's life. So it doesn't matter if you have a pooch that is practically perfect in everyway or the spawn of Cujo - out of control and driving you mad - training with your dog improves their quality of life and your relationship with them.
Frequently Asked Questions
We are based in East Yorkshire and cover Bridlington, Driffield, Hornsea and all surrounding areas. Our current group classes take place in Ulrome, YO25 8TP.
1-to-1 training can be done at your home, out on a walk or at K9 STARS in Ulrome, where we have indoor and outdoor facilities. There may be a mileage fee for travel over 15 miles from YO25 8TP. Please contact us to discuss.
We use ethical training methods to ensure animal welfare is our first consideration. We only use positive and force free methods, equipment and training aids. We keep up-to-date with the latest scientific studies, research and publications to ensure all our methods are science-based.
We do not use or recommend any aversive techniques or equipment. If you are currently using any aversive equipment with your dog and would like to discuss alternatives, please get in touch. We are non-judgemental and can help you find a kinder, more effective way of training.
For more information read our blog on ethical dog training.
I am a student member of PACT (Professional Association of Canine Trainers), working towards becoming a practitioner on the Animal Training Instructor register with the ABTC (The Animal Behaviour and Training Council).
The ABTC is the only register of dog trainers recommended by leading organisations such as the RSPCA, Dogs Trust and Blue Cross.