Dog behavioural training

Expert Dog Behavioural Training in Berkshire & South Oxfordshire.

Transforming Challenges into Harmony

Professional dog behavioural training by Helen and Emily. Personalised, positive methods to address puppy training and adult dog behaviour issues. Contact us today!

Welcome to our Dog Behavioural Training service, where Helen and Emily bring their extensive qualifications and experience to provide personalised, positive training solutions. Whether you’re struggling to train your puppy or facing behavioural issues with an older dog, we’re here to support you every step of the way, helping you build a strong and harmonious relationship with your pet.

Our Expertise

Helen and Emily are highly qualified and experienced trainers who offer personalised, positive behavioural training. They are equipped to help not only with puppy training but also with older dogs experiencing behavioural problems. Our goal is to support you in gaining the confidence and knowledge needed to build a strong relationship with your pet.

Get in touch

For dog behavioural training please call 07496 841251 or use the button below to send us a message.

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Addressing Behavioural Issues

If your adult dog, who has always been well-behaved and settled, suddenly develops behavioural problems, the first step is to visit your vet. The issue may be medical, and some pet insurances cover the costs of adult behavioural problems. Once the vet determines there are no underlying medical conditions, they may recommend a dog behaviourist, and our costs could be covered by your insurance.

Our Process

Initial Consultation: We invite you to visit us at our daycare centre, where we can meet your furry friend. This helps us understand the issues you’re facing. During a one-hour consultation, we explain how dogs react to different situations and identify where the problems might lie using gentle, positive methods.
Home Visit: If needed, we can visit you at your home to suggest specific changes based on the problems you’re experiencing. We work with you to enable your dog to live in harmony with your family, the public, and other dogs.

Quick Results

Often, a change in behaviour can be achieved after just one hour’s consultation. Our methods are designed to be effective and positive, ensuring the best outcomes for you and your dog.

Contact Us

Please contact us at helen@walkeys.co.uk or call us on 07496841251 to schedule a consultation.

Pricing

Written Report: £125

Consultation: £65 per hour

Lead Pulling and Reactivity Walk: £35

Dog behaviour FAQs.

How do I stop my dog from jumping up on people?

Firstly, we teach our dogs to jump up when they are tiny pups. We pick them up bring them close to our faces, cuddling them in our arms. Then when the start to grow we push them down with our hands telling them to “get down”.

Touch is the first thing a new born puppy learns from it’s Mother. It cannot see, smell or hear anything, so the touch from it’s Mother, cleaning it and bringing it close to feed, is rewarding as well as comforting. Through pushing the dog down with our hands is telling them that this is OK and acceptable.

When a pup is tiny, go down to the floor to fuss him and if you have to pick them up to put them in the garden for a pee etc, try not to cuddle but hold the pup away from you.

If the dog is now an adult try not to raise your arms and try not to step backwards but walk forward, so the dog is forced backwards. They will soon stop jumping up. If this doesn’t work, contact me and we can try something else.

How do I stop my dog barking when I let him out into the garden?

Don’t just open the door and let him out. Make him sit and wait for you to go out first and then invite him to join you. Try putting him on a lead and walk him around the garden with him. This will help keep him calm. It is advisable to always go through any door, gate etc first and not to allow a dog to rush out in front on you.