3 Best Dog Trainers in Exeter, UK

“Ashclyst Dog Training & Behaviour uses non-harsh training methods and positive reinforcement. They are fully insured with Pet Business Insurance. Peter and Jayne are the trainers at Ashclyst Dog Training & Behaviour. Peter Mounsey is a Consultant Dog Behaviourist for Ferne Animal Sanctuary and Cinnamon Trust. Peter, a former police dog unit commander, usually works with adult dog behaviour and training issues. He completed a Diploma in Changing Dog Behaviour and has been working with all facets of dog behaviour problems and training dogs for over 30 years. He has extensive dog training and behaviour experience. Jayne is a lifelong dog lover and has been heavily involved in canine and animal welfare for much of her work. She undertakes most of the puppy training and has over six years of experience as a dog walker, along with four years of puppy training and behaviour experience. Jayne has also attended a foundation course in dog behaviour with renowned trainers. Ashclyst Dog Training covers Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire, the South West, and surrounding areas. They offer free training sessions for every three booked and free lifetime telephone and email support.

“Tricia Wills has been working with a wide variety of dog breeds for over 30 years. Her dog behaviour and training consultations come with a practical, pain-free, hands-on, and individual problem-solving approach for your relationship with your dog. She has modified and corrected the behaviour of over 2,971 dogs. She specialises in treating unwanted and problematic dog behaviour. Tricia Wills' classes are kept small and personal, making them less chaotic than your usual training class, with the added bonus of having time before and after each session to discuss matters such as diet and grooming issues. She uses positive reinforcement methods to modify or completely cure any unwanted dog behaviour problems. You will have an initial free discussion with Tricia to explore the depth of your dog's behaviour or training problems.

“Leaps & Hounds is a family-run, professional dog training company with a behaviour coaching team. Offering a variety of group classes from puppy, adolescent, through to adult, as well as 121 training and behaviour support. Lucy Aalders and Howard Barnes are the training and behaviour coaches at Leaps and Hounds. They have over 20 years of combined experience working with dogs from all backgrounds. They follow positive, kind methods based on the latest science, neuroscience, biology, behaviour analysis, and philosophy. Lucy’s interest in behaviour began in her earlier career, working with children and young adults with learning difficulties and disabilities. Later transferred to working with people and their dogs. Lucy’s aim is to help you better understand your dog's behaviour to enhance life together in a positive and safe way. Howard has experience with dogs throughout his life; specifically, supporting and living with a very tricky rescue case, which motivated him to study and train formally in dog training and behaviour. Howard has a particular interest in herding and scent work and has spent some time in Germany working with Shepherds and their dogs. Their philosophy and focus are nurturing calmness, building trust, improving communication and understanding. They value working in person, focusing on who you and your dog are and what you need and want. Leaps & Hounds offers training skills that fit within the concept of obedience but inject fun and harmony into your relationship with your dog. They believe all education should be fun and accessible for all ages and learning styles.