Tailored to your setting
Training adapted to rural, town and countryside environments across Cumbria.
Training tailored to
your dog & your life
A one-to-one dog training service across Cumbria and the North West, designed for real, lasting results — because no two dogs are the same.
Pre-Puppy Guidance
Preparation before your puppy even arrives, so you can start off on exactly the right paw. We'll get your home, routine and expectations ready for a calm, confident start.
- Choosing & preparing for the right puppy
- Setting up your home & routine
- What to expect in the early weeks
Puppy Training
Give your puppy the best possible start with structured, supportive training. Early training prevents long-term behavioural issues and builds a confident, well-mannered dog.
- Basic obedience (sit, stay, recall)
- Socialisation skills
- House training advice
- Confidence building
Basic Obedience Training
Building strong foundations in everyday skills and manners — ideal for dogs of all ages needing structure and guidance to make daily life calmer and more enjoyable.
- Lead walking without pulling
- Recall & focus
- Listening in distracting environments
- Everyday manners that stick
Behaviour Consultations
Struggling with your dog's behaviour? Each consultation is tailored to your dog's specific needs, with practical, lasting strategies for common challenges.
- Reactivity (barking, lunging)
- Excessive barking
- Anxiety & nervous behaviour
- Poor recall & general problems
1-to-1 Training Sessions
Personalised support, fully tailored to you and your dog's individual needs and personality. Real-world training in the settings you live and walk in every day.
- Fully individualised plan
- Training in your real environment
- Ongoing support close to home
The difference:
non treat-based training
Unlike many trainers, I specialise in non treat-based dog training. Instead of relying solely on food, we build clear communication, trust and respect — so your dog responds reliably in real-life situations, not just when treats are involved.
It's an approach focused on long-term behavioural change and a genuine, lasting relationship between you and your dog.
- Clear communication between dog & owner
- Building trust & mutual respect
- Long-term behavioural change
- Reliable results in the real world
Training that fits Cumbria life
Choosing a local dog trainer means support that genuinely understands the environment you and your dog live in.
Ongoing support close to home
Guidance throughout your journey — not just a single one-off session.
Real-world, familiar settings
Practical training in the places you actually live, walk and spend time.