3 Best Dog Trainers in Bristol

“The Mutty Professor is an independently owned business that provides Bristol with dog training and behaviour services. They have one of the most qualified training teams in Bristol, each holding a University Degree in Canine Behaviour and Training and Welfare. They enjoy teaching dogs everyday skills that will keep them calm and safe, using modern and science-based methods focused on positive reinforcement. Their approach is based on up-to-date research on dog behaviour and scientifically proven training methods, focusing on reinforcing the behaviours they want and setting the stage for animals to make appropriate choices. They follow the RCVS guidelines of working with behaviour problems via vet referral only, working in collaboration with veterinary practises across Bristol. All clients receive access to a member advice group, links to Roz's webinars on a variety of topics, supporting information, and training handouts.”

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“HoundPlus is an award-winning puppy training company in Bristol. A wealth of experience and expertise is available in one place with their team of dedicated dog trainers. Nick Benger is a Managing Partner and Dog Behaviourist at HoundPlus. He holds a degree in Training and Canine Behaviour from the University of Hull and hosts the famous Dog Talk with Nick Benger podcast. Nick has been an expert for The Guardian, American Kennel Club, Daily Express, Variety, The Dodo, and more. He is also a regular guest on BBC Radio Bristol. He offers force-free, humane training with a focus on positive reinforcement. HoundPlus covers all of the basics and runs classes at four different venues around Bristol. They provide practical training on the day and leave you with a strategy to overcome your dog's behaviour problems. If you're struggling with issues like recall, lead walking, aggression, or any other behavioural challenges, get in touch with HoundPlus to start enjoying walks again. Their expert can guide you from avoiding walks to making them the highlight of your week.”

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“South West Dog Skills is one of the leading full-service dog training centres in Bristol. They offer positive, kind, and ethical dog and puppy training classes, activities, online talks, and workshops. They are proud ACE (Animal Centred Education) trainers and use these methods throughout all of their sessions. They employ force-free, kind, and effective reward-based methods to train your pets. They believe their methods are ethical and build a stronger bond between you and your dog. Their puppy coaching courses focus on raising happy, confident puppies and preparing them for the real world. South West Dog Skills has standard equestrian flooring that provides excellent protection and support for all dogs and activity levels. In their training, they only use the highest standard equipment. Their agility equipment includes aluminium contacts with a rubber coating to provide the best grip. They also run a range of online talks, dog workshops, and fear management sessions.”

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