3 Best Dog Trainers in Dumfries & Galloway

“Canines & Friends is led by Silvia Kucinski, who aims to promote the inter-relationship between dog and owner. She is a member of the Institute for Animal Care Education. Silvia works with any breed, any age, from pups to old-timers, with pets and working dogs, and nervous and insecure rescue dogs who need that extra unique insight and help. She clearly understands multi-dog households, which can be a bit of a challenge at the best of times. She always encourages everyone to grow within their own capability and uniqueness. She has high moral standards for working with dogs and their owners. Silvia believes trust is the key to good dog behaviour; once trust is established, dogs will go out of their way to please their owner. 'Canines & Friends' addresses a range of behaviour issues, from aggression to anxiety, lead training, recall, rehabilitation, chasing, obsessiveness, separation anxiety, and more.”

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“K9 Care Dog Training specialises in working with the owners of pet dogs to improve their relationship with their dogs. They help you resolve the most common behaviour problems and obedience issues. They assist you in understanding why your dog is behaving this way, and you will learn how your dog thinks. For adult dogs with established behavioural problems, they provide one-to-one dog training for you and your family. Their one-to-one training is specifically tailored to your dog's training needs, not the one-size-fits-all approach of some dog training classes. They can deal with the specific problems you are having with your dog in a controlled environment in a much more effective way. K9 Care Dog Training provides you with an action plan and guides you through the process of resolving the problem and learning how to become a benevolent leader for your dog. K9 Care Dog Training works with the owners during the process, fully involving them in the training, which gives them a better understanding of canine behaviour and how dogs respond to human emotions and body language.”

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“Canine Cues aims to strengthen the relationship between dogs and their guardians by providing friendly, professional, and ongoing support based on your dog's needs. Canine Cues' goal is to empower dog owners through personalised training sessions, workshops, and ongoing support, helping create a nurturing and fulfilling environment for their pets, ultimately leading to a more enriching and joyful life together. Their training methods are modern, science-based, and, of course, force-free. Whether you require help with a boisterous adolescent puppy or a nervous adult dog or are looking for tips on improving your dog's recall, Canine Cues is here to help.”

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