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1:1 Training
Sometimes a helping hand can make the difference between a good and great life with your pooch. In some circumstances, it can even keep you and pooch together.
We offer two trainer options for you with 1:1.
Each providing their own specialisms and experience, check out all the details of our trainers and our 1:1 experience below.
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Train with Greg
Why choose Greg
- Owner of Great Paws
- Multiple Award Winner including Dog Training Specialist of the Year
- Specialist in "Reactive", "Fearful" & "Anxious" dogs including those who struggle around other dogs and people
- Scent Detection Training Specialist
- Expert In life skills training including lead work, impulse control, recall, settling, drop and more
- Passion for enhancing the bond, play and connection with your canine companion
- Real world proven experience of handling and living with large and reactive dogs and the personal impacts this has
- Passionate about supporting the human end of the lead and enhancing knowledge and skills
- 50 Min or 1/2 day intense sessions available
Train with Ruth
Why choose Ruth
- Support Trainer at Great Paws & owner of Dog First Training
- Registered Veterinary Nurse
- Specialist in Co-operative care including vet visits and grooming
- Puppy expert
- Skilled in core training including lead work, settle and recall
- Passion for enhancing knowledge on health and wellbeing with our dogs
- 50 min sessions available
Understanding what a trainer does NOT do, can be just as valuable as knowing what they do.
Please note we do not offer support with Separation Stress/Anxiety. If you require support with this, please take a look at our "Friends" page where there are some fantastic specialist trainers listed fo this.
If you want to check if we can help you with your goals before booking, please email us via the link below.
1:1 training offers a truly tailored experience for you, your family and most of all your dog. People and dogs all have different learning styles and sometimes online courses or classes are not the most suitable scenario for you.
Our mission is to help you learn more about your dog and how to work together to achieve your goals. To do this will take commitment on your part and will not be achieved within a few hours of 1:1 sessions. Think of it like having a gym membership with support from a personal trainer, they can advise, guide and show you how to achieve your results, however the hard work and dedication from you is the real key to success.
So we will support you with advice, practical demonstration, games and exercises which will achieve your goals so that you can continue to achieve progress and results.
Dog Training often falls into two main categories, "Training" or "Behaviour".
- "Training" is what we undertake with dogs (often puppies/young dogs) to help them learn the skills needed for a happy life together. We often utilise classes to help you and pooch learn these, however for some, 1:1 training is a more suitable option.
- "Behaviour" is when our dogs have a strong emotional response to a situation or trigger that results in a reaction, which often is not suitable for us or them. This can include barking, lunging, growling, snapping, jumping, snarling, cowering, guarding etc. These responses can often make life challenging and 1:1 support is the right way to help you in tackling these.
1:1 dog training can cover most behavior challenges, foundation life skills, and more. However, we will never take on cases where we do not believe we can support you to the level you or your dog needs. If the issues you are facing require alternative special support, then we will support you in finding the right person.
Some of the things we can help you with include:
Examples of things we can help you with
Training With Greg
- Response To People Or Dogs ("Reactivity")
- Resource Guarding
- Pulling on Walks
- Recall
- Jumping Up
- Puppy Training
- Rescue Dog Support
- Chewing & Mouthing
- Confidence
- Dog Social Skills
- Life Skills
- Obedience
- Handler skills & Confidencee
Training With Ruth
- Pulling on Walks
- Recall
- Jumping Up
- Puppy Training
- Chewing & Mouthing
- Confidence
- Life Skills
What does 1:1 training include?
There are 3 main phases to our 1:1 training journey together. Our role is to support and coach you to help you achieve all the skills needed to work with your dog in a happy fun and engaging way.
Phase 1 = Analysis
This is usually completed during our first session together but in some circumstances, may be completed over several sessions for very complex issues. This phase is where we can get to know much more, ask lots of questions around the issues you may face and what our training goals are. This enables us to build an achievable plan and also get to work on the foundational training elements that we will build on.
Phase 2 = Core Training
This phase moves our plans into actions. Here we will arm you with all the skills and abilities to work with your dog to achieve your goals.
Phase 3 = Progress & Advancement
Dog training is partnership with another living creature and therefor is not a mechanical route to success. In this phase we tailor our plans further to ensure they working at their optimum to achieve our goals. We will also push our core training further so we can "bombproof" it and make it fit for life long success.
What to expect in 1:1 training?
During our sessions, you will spend the majority of the time handling and working with your dog under our guidance and we will provide demonstrations and explanations throughout the session.
There will be a blend of Q&A, practical exercises and theory to ensure we can build the right plans and set achievable goals which will enable the learning journey keep progressing.
Training With Greg
A tailored 1:1 experience with our award winning trainer!
£
60
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1 x 60 min Consult
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Notes, videos and Guides Where Appropriate
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Session Takes Place At A Location You Choose (within 15 miles of DL1), you are welcome to come to the Great Paws HQ
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WhatsApp Support Available Post Session*
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The best option for Reactivity (dogs, people, environment), Obedience and Life Skill Training, Puppies, Specialist Skills including Hoopers & Scent Detection
Book 1:1 Training With Greg
We will gather a lot of information during the booking process. We will review this prior to our appointment and should we have any additional questions we will contact you.
*Please note WhatsApp support is limited to feedback or responses on 3 questions or videos.
Training With Ruth
A tailored 1:1 experience with our RVN and Trainer
£
40
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1 x 60 min Consult
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Notes, videos and Guides Where Appropriate
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Session Takes Place At A Location You Choose (within 5 miles of DL1)
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WhatsApp Support Available Post Session*
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The best option for Life Skill Training, Puppies, and Handling Training
Book 1:1 Training With Ruth
We will gather a lot of information during the booking process. We will review this prior to our appointment and should we have any additional questions we will contact you.
*Please note WhatsApp support is limited to feedback or responses on 3 questions or videos.