3 Best Dog Trainers in New Forest

“Karuna Canine Behaviour, Reactivity & High Energy Dog Specialist pride themselves on their in-depth, multi-faceted approach to ensuring lasting, positive behaviour change. The centre was created to support dogs struggling with behavioural issues—whether that be foreign rescues adjusting to a new life, adolescent dogs wrestling with fear and frustration, or anxious hounds overwhelmed by their environment. Jasmin Mason, the Owner and Head Behaviour Consultant, intends to create a supportive community where owners can find a 'safe space' to work on their dogs' behaviour without judgment. Her compassionate approach ensures that owners receive only constructive guidance, encouragement, and empathy. Her positive techniques help build motivation, foster good behaviour, and improve relationships – all without using outdated, punitive methods. Jasmin is an accredited trainer with the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers, a Pro-Dog Trainer, and a Fear Free Accredited Trainer. She is dedicated to her work and regularly completes CPD to ensure she's continually building on her knowledge.”

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“Ringwood Dogs is one of the well-known dog training centres in the New Forest and surrounding areas. Isabelle Pape is the head trainer who trained with the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT) and is an Accredited Trainer and Full Member of the IMDT (with distinction). As an Assessed and Qualified Member of The Institute of Modern Dog Trainers, Isabelle is proud to display the UK Dog Behaviour & Training Charter symbol, providing assurance and accountability to the public and other professional bodies. Isabelle follows the Code of Ethics from the IMDT, which means no force or punishment is ever used when training your dogs. She is also a full member of the International Society of Animal Professionals (ISAP) and has achieved an OCN Level III Accreditation in “Principles of Dog Training and Behaviour.” Isabelle is also an approved Kids Around Dogs Specialist Trainer helping families with kids to train and raise their dogs to be great family companions. Additionally, she is trained in dog first aid and emergency canine care, holds a full DBS certificate, is fully insured and is licensed for Home Dog Boarding and Daycare under an Animal Welfare Licence issued by Dorset Council. The centre was established to provide dog owners in Dorset, Hampshire, the New Forest, and the surrounding areas of Ringwood with a one-to-one bespoke service for owners and their dogs.”

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“New Forest Dog Training Academy trainer's teaching and training focus on building and maintaining a bond between you and your dog based on kindness, understanding, and compassion. The Academy follows the Kennel Club Puppy Foundation Award, and their course also covers real-life skills. Michelle Richmond is a qualified IMDT Dog Trainer at New Forest Dog Training Academy. She has completed the Veterinary Nursing Certificate in Canine and Feline Behaviour, CFBM (RQF Level 3), and is currently studying for a diploma in canine behaviour. Her passion and dedication to dog training began over twenty-eight years ago. As an experienced and highly qualified veterinary nurse, she has considerable experience in educating dog owners and training dogs with particular training issues that are encountered on a daily basis, helping to prevent minor issues from becoming more challenging. Michelle continues her kind, force-free, motivational, positive, reward-based, fun training philosophy. She also offers online training courses.”

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