3 Best Dog Trainers in Bolton

“Take My Lead has been providing efficient training classes for over 14 years. They offer quality dog training and dog walking services in the Bolton area. They have worked in the community for over a decade and pride themselves on the personal service they provide to their customers. Their knowledge and experience mean they can offer a professional and tailored service to you and your dog. Rebecca, the head trainer, completed a foundation degree in Canine Behaviour and Training. She has worked with several rescues, including Dogs Trust, as a Training and Behaviour Advisor, and has personally assessed approximately 6,000 dogs to date. Rebecca only uses positive reinforcement methods, which help maintain a loving and trusting relationship between you and your pet. All Take My Lead trainers are qualified in Canine First Aid and are fully insured, offering a professional and tailored service to you and your dog.”

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“Calm the Pup Down is a certified training and behaviour consultation service led by Faye. She is certified by IMDT, Canine Principles, Animal Centred Education (ACE), and the School of Canine Science, and also has hands-on experience living with a working-line reactive Dobermann. Her ethos encourages dogs to focus on their handler rather than engage in dog-to-dog play. She prides herself on giving the best walks, always seeking locations with ample opportunities for dogs to be themselves. Faye tailors her approach to your dog's individual needs, focusing on ethical, science-led positive reinforcement and an understanding of canine behaviour, motivation, and psychology. She offers a holistic approach with ongoing in-person and online tailored support packages. Calm the Pup Down provides face-to-face dog training in Bolton and Greater Manchester and online consultations via Zoom. You can book a free, no-obligation telephone consultation to discuss your requirements or fill out the enquiry form here.”

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“Beyond the Paw was founded by Jordan Cartwright, and she has particularly enjoyed working with clients and their reactive dogs in 'Paws with Flaws' classes, which has allowed her to enhance her skills and experience in this area. With extensive expertise in training both their own dogs and those of their clients, Beyond the Paw prides itself on delivering a distinctive, professional, and individualized service right at your doorstep. Their core mission is to provide your dog with the ultimate training experience, achieved through customized, reward-based methods. They prioritize direct, one-on-one interactions with their clients whenever possible. This approach enables them to cater to dogs with specific behavioural challenges and offers the flexibility to tailor sessions around clients' schedules. At Beyond the Paw, your dog's well-being is their top priority.”

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