Training Courses

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We advise owners that it is best to teach their dogs themselves under the guidance of a professional. However, an owner sometimes cannot produce effective results in some problem areas due to location, facilities, time or expertise. For these cases, we offer residential training courses where upon completion, owners/carers are taught about easy communication, house rules and how to improve upon their dog’s good behaviours.

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The Dog House teaching methods are non-confrontational and are based on rewards and kindness. We have found success in clear communication, precise timing, and motivation by control of toys, games, food, affection and permissions combined with the use of desensitisation, counter-conditioning, redirection and some sound or taste aversion techniques. We always reward good behaviours rather than chastising undesirable behaviours.

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Dogs, like humans, are not machines and success cannot be guaranteed in all quarters, particularly when a dog has a severe behavioural problem. In that event, a referral to one of our recommended behaviourists may be suggested. Due to various factors such as a dog's individual traits, physical and mental health, breed, and speed of learning, if we are not happy with your dog's progress at any time during your dog's training course, we reserve the right to extend the duration of the course. 

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All dogs in our training programmes have the benefit of our activity holiday routine. Please note, that every outing is a mini-training session depending on several variances of the age of the dog, week of course, day of the week etc. We are incredibly lucky to have a strong team of driven and passionate trainers who provide 2 – 3 dedicated training sessions every day of the week.

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Owners must take part in a post-course handover at The Dog House, Wales which ensures the continuation of the behaviours that your dog has learnt during their training course. 

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