3 Best Dog Trainers in Newport

“K9 Traintime is managed by Shaun and Sue, an experienced husband-and-wife team, have been running classes since 2008. They started their own classes to help others experience the same joy with their dogs as they do. Shaun passed the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) assessment and became a registered dog trainer. Sue completed the Life Skills for Puppies Tutors Course at Lincoln University. Both are firm believers in CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and have attended numerous courses over the years. They never use choke chains or rattle bottles, focusing only on kind and effective methods. K9 Traintime has built a strong reputation in the dog training world. They have worked with a variety of breeds, from a 2.5 kg Yorkshire Terrier to a 70 kg Leonberger. Over the years, the business has grown organically, solidifying its reputation in the field. K9 Traintime covers the South Wales area, offering training in Newport and home visits for one-on-one sessions.”

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“Pooch on a Pedestal is a multi-award-winning dog training company, which covers South Monmouthshire and Cardiff also. They are unique as their force free, gentle training and behaviour modification is taught via games and fulfilling enrichment activities, meaning many puppies and dogs stay with them after training for fun, action-packed, social sessions. Both Tom and Victoria are highly qualified in canine care, training and behaviour. Victoria is also a Certified Canine Behaviourist with a 1st Class Degree in Canine Behaviour. Victoria is also a trauma specialist and works voluntarily as the behaviourist for Newport Dogs Home each week to support assessing rescues to find the right new home. Both Victoria and Tom love dogs, have 4 of their own and are passionate about improving the lives of each dog and his or her family. They are very clear in their belief that old-fashioned, aversive techniques have no place in their sessions. Instead, each puppy or dog has a detailed assessment in the home so that a personal and holistic plan can be created that meets the owners' needs too. The sessions are 1 to 1 with doggy mentors and carefully planned activities around each specific dog's needs, working in partnership with owners. They even provide feedback, support, and advice between and after sessions for free. Pooch on a Pedestal has earned numerous awards and published a book.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Expertise with a very large range of dog breeds, temperaments, sizes, ages and backgrounds
• The only force-free, games and enrichment-based trainers
• Certified Canine Behaviourist with specialist degree
• They travel to you, provide videos or 1 to 1 support and work with you
• Detailed videos are given to owners after each session to share with family members and enable easier, consistent practice
• Training and support for puppies, dogs including rescues from the UK and abroad.”

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“Celtic Barks Ltd. is led by David and Stacey, dedicated partners in Staffordshire Bull Terrier training. With a profound love for these wonderful dogs and a wealth of personal experience, they’ve set out to enhance the lives of Staffies and their owners across South Wales and worldwide. Their combined years of experience dealing with the breed and its multifaceted behavioural issues laid the foundation for a unique training approach that focuses on understanding the individual needs of each Staffie. When David and Stacey's paths crossed, they realised their shared passion for Staffordshire Bull Terriers and were inspired to create Celtic Barks, a specialised online and in-person training service for these beloved dogs. They are committed to guiding, educating, and supporting owners on their journey to becoming confident leaders for their dogs. Through patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement, they strive to equip owners with the tools necessary to foster a harmonious relationship between dog and owner.”

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