🐾 | Training and Behaviour Specialist 💪 | Helping YOU & your dog succeed 🐕 | 121 Sessions & Pack Training Walks
Work on your dog’s behaviour and training goals through our variety of 121 sessions.
Schedule a phone consultation to see how we may be able to help you with training and behavioural needs. This is a free non obligation chat lasting 15-30 minutes to discuss your needs and what we offer. You can book directly online or pop us an email at georgie@thaxtedpetco.com
Do you live further afield or would rather train from the comfort of your own home? Then online training could be perfect for you! Our online sessions take place via Whatsapp video and are 45 minutes long. These sessions allow you to talk through the particular behavioural and training issues you might be facing and talk through a behavioural modification plan for this. The initial training session comes with a training plan and resourses for you to take away.
Training session for new customers which can take place with us here in Thaxted, in your home or outside depending on the specific issue (PLEASE NOTE: we cover a 5 mile radius of Thaxted or additional travelling costs may apply). Sessions will last approximately 60 minutes and include access to resources and a full report and training plan afterwards.
Our behaviour consultations are designed to deal with issues that are more complex than standard training. These can include problems such as: resource guarding, separation anxiety, multi dog household relationships and reactivity to name a few. Our initial consultation involves a session to assess your dog in person and determine the correct plan for them. After the session a personalised behaviour modification plan will be sent to you as well as ongoing support via Whatsapp. Before a consultation takes place, a veterinary referral will need to be made to ensure there are no underlying medical conditions. It is unlikely that a specific behavioural issue will resolve after one session alone, therefore, it is reccomended that follow up appointments are scheduled to help with progress.
From
Have you recently become a parent? Or are you finding it difficult to manage your child and dogs relationship and interactions? This 60 minute session is perfect for both you and your child to discuss both training for your dog and ways you can manage interactions to ensure safety for everyone. Session includes a full report and training plan as well as reading materials.
We understand that finding the time for training sessions may be difficult. That's why we offer our dog only training walk sessions. These sessions are designed for those who may need work with specific behaviours that may make walking difficult for both you and them. Training walks allow for both physical and mental stimulation and each walk is specifically tailored for your dogs needs.
From
Looking for a more in depth approach? Choose from one of our package deals.
We understand that finding the time for training sessions may be difficult. That's why we offer our dog only training walk sessions. These sessions are designed for those who may need work with specific behaviours that may make walking difficult for both you and them. Training walks allow for both physical and mental stimulation and each walk is specifically tailored for your dogs needs. Choose a training walk bundle to save £ on your dogs training.
From
Have you recently welcomed a puppy into your family? our 1-2-1 puppy training programme can be perfect if you are looking for a more individual approach to training rather than a group class. The programme takes place with a 60 minute training session offered each week at a time that suits you for either 3 or 5 sessions. Covering topics such as... - Lead walking - Calm meet and greets - Enrichment - Recall - Confidence building - General obedience and doggy manners - Puppy fear periods At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of completion plus an individual training plan and advice to use going forward.
From
Have you attended puppy training but wanting to develop more life skills and doggy manners? then this 4 session 1-2-1 course could be perfect for you. In these sessions we will be covering: - Loose lead walking - Eye contact/focus - Developing owner and dog bond - Settling in public spaces - Recall - Meeting and greeting other dogs and people - General doggy manners
Do you struggle with your dogs reactivity with other dogs or people? This can make training more challenging, especially not being able to attend group classes. Our Reactive Rascals package includes 4 sessions and a modification plan to help your dog with their reactivity. WhatsApp support is provided in between sessions, so you can receive that help whenever you need it.
From
Do you have a child who is experiencing a fear of dogs? as a Kids around Dogs approved professional I offer a 10 session programme to help your child overcome their fear and live safely around dogs. The programme consists of 7 online and 3 in person sessions with a certificate of achievement at the end.
Group training and events to help you in your behaviour journey
Group walks with owners to help improve your dog’s training and confidence in a group setting. These walks also help dogs improve neutrality and calmness around others. Walks are carried out on lead and distanced to allow your dog to work on their own training and become used to being around others in a controlled environment. Rules: * Dogs of all shapes, sizes, and breeds are welcome but all dogs must remain under the control of their handler at all times. * Equipment must be used responsibly and within our guidelines. As a force free trainer, I cannot allow the use of E-collars or prong collars on a walk. * There will be no on-lead greetings on these walks, unless agreed between parties. * Every walk will start on a lead. If it is appropriate for your dog to be off lead (and fully under control) this can be decided within the group and if everyone is comfortable. Please do not let your dog off lead until this has been agreed by everyone. Depending on the group, dogs may be required to stay on lead the whole time. * If you are working on reactivity with your dog we ask that you only bring one dog so you can give them your full focus. * Dogs that are have shown any past aggression need be muzzled. If your dogs behavioural issues are currently severe a 1:1 session may be more suitable for now. * Please make sure your dog is up to date with vaccinations, flea, and worming. * Please do not bring a female dog if she is in heat. * You will have the chance to share the specific needs of your dog (e.g. no eye contact, needs more space, etc) in a WhatsApp chat for the sessions you attend so everyone can be on the same page. * Dog owners hold all responsibility for the health, safety, and control of their own dog. Location of walk will be local to Thaxted and confirmed before the date.
Suitable for pups from 10 weeks - 9 months. Session will include: - Mixing with other puppy owners - Puppy play in a supervised environment - Enrichment and sensory ideas and advice - The chance to speak to qualified trainers - Advice on common puppy problems - A party bag to go home with Margaret Street – Margaret Street Hall, Thaxted, Dunmow
Is your dog's barking driving you mad?! Join us for a 45 minute webinar on how to reduce your dog's barking inside and outside the home and create more calm than chaos in your life. (45 minute webinar with 15 minute question time at the end). Link to webinar will be sent day before the event.
Are you ready for our first challenge of 2025?🤩 Get ready to supercharge your dogs training with our rapid recall challenge! Take part completely from the comfort of your own home. So what’s included? 🐾 A short task or challenge (5-10 mins) per day 🐾 Encouragement and help each day 🐾 Advice on demand from a behaviourist 🐾 Access to a group with others taking part 🐾 Digital certificate of completion Starts 3rd February! To take part contact 07487713681 or book using the following link: Online event.
Are you struggling with your dog's reactivity? Is it making daily life a struggle? Do you dread your daily walks? Then this two week virtual bootcamp could be what you need to start reshaping and changing yours and your dog's life. - Take place from the comfort of your own home - Receive daily videos with exercises, tips and advice - Join a group of owners going through similar issues - Support from a behaviourist whenever you need it
Open to all doggies with poodle in their genes! Join us for a fun social and walk. - Meet other owners and their pups - Practice positive socialisation and meeting - Work on training in a group scenario - Get help and advice from a behaviourist Location of walk to be sent via whatsapp before the date.
Looking to do something with both the kids and the dog this February half term? Learn child friendly fun games and tricks Help strengthen their relationship & bond Receive a kids and dogs info pack & goodie bag Ask any questions you may have to a qualified behaviourist & Kids Around Dogs Professional Margaret Street Hall, Margaret Street, Thaxted, CM6 2QN.