3 Best Dog Trainers in Gateshead

“Blue Dog Canine Services is an award-winning family dog training centre. The centre is founded by Karen, a qualified IMDT dog trainer, Scentwork UK trainer, and accredited behaviour advisor. With advanced-level studies in canine behaviour and biology, Karen has successfully helped countless pet owners train their dogs. She is a full member of IMDT and PPGBI and has completed Scent Instructor training with the UK College of Scent Dogs, earning recognition as a Level 4 Scentwork UK trainer. As a go-to puppy trainer, Karen offers assistance with various common puppy issues, including preparation for a new puppy’s arrival, facilitating peaceful nighttime transitions, socialization, confidence-building, house training, tackling problem behaviours, and teaching essential life skills. Blue Dog promotes "happy dog training," advocating force-free, reward-based methods grounded in the latest science and evidence. They strictly avoid any techniques involving force, intimidation, or discomfort, focusing instead on solving training challenges through positive reinforcement and enrichment brain games.”

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“School of Dogs is led by Lee Ferry, who accepted an exclusive offer to join the VSPDT (Victoria Stilwell Positive Dog Trainers) team. Lee was a Fully Qualified Search Dog Handler for the Search and Rescue Dogs Association (SARDA) in England with his border collie, Bracken. This involved years of training with SARDA in England to search mountains for missing hikers and distressed individuals. All dog training classes are facilitated by Lee Ferry, a fully qualified canine behaviourist who has helped train over 5,000 dogs to modify their behaviours using positive dog training techniques. This unique skill was developed through 22 years of hands-on experience and a Canine Behaviour and Training degree from Hull University. School of Dogs lies 22 miles from Gateshead, UK.”

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“The South Shields Dog Trainer has helped over 3,000 dogs. They are multi-award-winning dog trainers and behaviourists based in South Shields, serving clients across the UK. Nathan, a trained, qualified, and accredited dog trainer and behaviourist, specialises in training reactive and aggressive dogs. Nathan can assist with your dog's behaviour and help you create a happy relationship with your pet. Using kind, science-based training methods and an outstanding understanding of dog behaviour, the trainer at The South Shields Dog Trainer can transform any behaviour problem and help you achieve the excellent dog you've always wanted. They work with hundreds of dogs every month in classes and 1:1 sessions with fantastic success rates. Specialists in reactive and aggressive dogs, particularly herding breeds like German Shepherds and Border Collies, are available. You can book a free assessment call for 1:1 appointments or explore their courses.”

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