3 Best Dog Trainers in North Ayrshire

“Mutts Manners's main aim is to help you understand the world of your dog, enabling you to take full control in any situation. Joe Irvine is the head trainer at Mutts Manners. He also gained first-hand experience in dog training and behaviour at the world-famous Cesar Millan's Dog Psychology Centre in California. Joe has years of experience working with and training dogs, and he has successfully rehomed many dogs by fostering and training them in his own home. Whether your dog requires support with attachment disorder or more serious conditions such as aggression towards others, Mutts Manners can offer supportive help and advice to tackle major and minor dog behaviour problems. If your dog is overweight and you are struggling with the battle to shed the pounds, then Mutts Manners is here to help you.”

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“Canine Pawtential mission is to provide valuable information and an enjoyable, enriching experience for you and your four-legged friend. Their classes and one-on-one sessions are tailored to your dog's needs, providing as much information and fun as possible. Their approach is rooted in positive reinforcement and science-backed training techniques. Their job is to educate humans on ways to better understand and communicate with their dogs using positive, force-free methods. Canine Pawtential believes that teaching an old dog new tricks is always possible. They provide fun games and activities tailored to your dog's breed and specific needs.”

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“Heather's Happy Hounds is led by Heather Dugdale, the head trainer who gained an Ofqual-recognised Level 4 Diploma in Canine Behaviour Management and Training from Animal Jobs Direct. She completed an Animal Behaviour and Welfare course at the University of Edinburgh and a Dog Emotion and Cognition course with Duke University. Heather assisted a fully qualified Kennel Club Instructor with her Canis Dog Training Classes, which was invaluable and gave her the hands-on experience she needed to start her own classes. She continued her education and became a member and accredited trainer with the IMDT. She gained membership in the APDT, which is a highly valued organisation in the professional dog training industry. After passing this rigorous exam, she is now listed on the ABTC register. The ABTC is a council that sets and maintains standards of knowledge and practical skills needed to be an animal trainer, training instructor, or animal behaviour therapist, which is used by shelters and vets. She is also a member of the Kennel Club. Heather also provides 1-2-1 training for those people who need to set their own timetable. Heather only uses scientific and evidence-based training. Heather's Happy Hounds is committed to securing and keeping your data confidential. They also offer a 40-minute consultation Zoom call.”

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