3 Best Dog Trainers in Portsmouth

“The Academy of Modern Canine Behaviour & Training has instructors who are either KCAI (Kennel Club Accredited Instructor) accredited or working toward their accreditation. Russell is one of the UK’s top canine behaviour and training experts. He holds the coveted Kennel Club Accreditation Scheme for Instructors in Dog Training and Canine Behaviour, Behavioural Training, Competitive Obedience, and Companion Dog Training. Russell has been training his dogs for competitive obedience since 1981 and instructing obedience dog training classes since 1983. The Academy of Modern Canine Behaviour & Training has qualified canine behaviour and dog training consultants who help both you and your dog build confidence. They also provide quality dog food and dog training products at reduced prices. The Academy was established to offer expertise in all areas under one banner that clients can trust. They address issues including dog aggression, puppy socialisation, all types of canine behaviour, and dog training services throughout the UK.”

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“Leader of the Pack Dog Services is a DEFRA licensed & fully insured. Nikki is one of the lead dog trainers at Leader of the Pack Dog Services. She has been a practising dog behaviour consultant since 2009, having trained with Cesar Millan (The Dog Whisperer), Jan Fennell (The Dog Listener) & international dog rehabilitation and training expert Brian Agnew. Nikki holds a certification in Canine Psychology, is a Professional Member of the IACP & is fully insured. She provides 1:1 assistance to help with problem dog behaviour, dog training or help with raising your puppy – all in the comfort of your own home. Nikki can help you understand why your dog does what it does and what it may be trying to convey to you while also enabling your dog to understand exactly what you want from them. Positive two-way communication with your dog can lead to a much closer bond as well as a much less troublesome existence for the whole family.”

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“Positive 4 Paws Dog Training and Behaviour is led by Iain Sneddon, who has 14 years of experience working with all types of dog training and behaviour issues. He uses positive reward training to train wanted behaviours and helps you navigate your puppy’s early development stages. Iain employs techniques that foster self-confidence and impulse control in everyday life, and he also teaches you how to understand and train your dog. Positive 4 Paws offers a variety of training courses, workshops, and one-off sessions. They assist your puppy in learning appropriate play and communication with other dogs. Positive 4 Paws Dog Training provides 1-2-1 training, group courses for life skills such as loose lead walking and recall, and specialised classes for sensitive dogs. All classes run at their training venue in Denmead, Hampshire. Their 1-2-1 and group puppy training is designed to help you understand your new family member. They offer in-home and outdoor sessions in Chichester, Portsmouth, Havant, Waterlooville, Fareham, Gosport, and surrounding areas. They also offer online live Zoom sessions.”

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