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Association of Pet Dog Trainers (UK)
34 recommendations and reviews from 29 people
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May 20, 2019
Rita K. asked:Can anyone recommend a one to one dog trainer for dogs.
Nat H. replied:Dogs Trust Dog School recommended I check out this website for a 121 trainer / behaviourist- www.apdt.co.uk
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February 19, 2018
Gail W. asked:Looking for a local indoor puppy class for our sleepy piglet ❤Josh B. replied:I'd only recommend classes that use positive reinforcement - if your in any doubt, I'd recommend you check out the Association of Pet Dog Trainers http://www.apdt.co.uk as they only approve positive trainers :-)
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August 27, 2017
Cara O. asked:Looking for a dog trainer !! Any recommendations would be appreciated as I'm struggling with my dog, Buster who is a pugshitzu .thanksJanet C. replied:Whoever you choose make sure they are approved http://www.apdt.co.uk/
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January 3, 2017
Black R. asked:DOG TRAINING CLASSES - RADSTOCK We have an adopter looking for good dog-training classes in or near Radstock - to help with socialisation/recall. Any recommendations?Rosemary M. replied:Try having a look at the APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) website (Apdt.co.uk) or the IMDT (Institute of Modern Dog Trainers) website imdt.uk.com .All their trainers use positive reinforcement training methods.
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January 5, 2016
Paula S. asked:Bit of advice please. Has anyone used Premier Dog Training and if so, how was it? I'm looking for intensive behavioural training in Liverpool please.Susie H. replied:Not used them but a quick look at the website is giving me red flags in terms of the way they deal with dogs. They don't mention positive rewards at all and they ask you to leave your dog with them for training! No chance. Ask your vet for a recommendation and make sure they are part of http://www.apdt.co.uk
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December 31, 2015
Nicki C. asked:Hi I'm looking for local puppy training group starting in 2016 can anyone help? ThanksAlison A. replied:I have also found a 4 week course in Burbage from 23 Jan - 13 Feb. Have a look at www.k9 help.net and you will find details. Cost is £80 which sounds a lot, but Richard is really good. Another useful web site is www.apdt.co.uk
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August 20, 2015
Black R. asked:ANY RECOMMENDATIONS? We are looking for a behaviourist nr Gloucester/Cheltenham (GL51) who could give some support to an adopter who is struggling with their BRX boy - a lovely young Lab who we rehomed two months ago. For one reason or another, this boy has been through the wars a bit in the past month, including a mystery illness which necessitated a stay at the vets. He is now fully-recovered but has been very unsettled since he came home 10 days ago - manifesting in "naughty" behaviour that wasn't seen before. This, coupled with worsening separation anxiety, is making life very tough for his new mum. There has also - unfortunately - been a rubbish experience in a local dog's trainers class (the dog trainer dragged the poor dog across the floor when he displayed obvious anxiety at their first class). Suggestions for good local positive trainers would be great too. If you can help, please email jem@blackretrieverx.co.uk with "GL51 support" in the subject line.Patty G. replied:Also have a look at apdt.co.uk , all positive trainers
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July 8, 2015
Sarah B. asked:Can anyone recommend any good dog trainers for an 8 month old Cavachon near Guildford?Karly R. replied:What's the issue you're having? Some issues are easily dealt with by both a trainer or a behaviourist, but more serious issues may be best off dealt with by a behaviourist only. Check out www.apdt.co.uk and www.apbc.org.uk though - you can narrow by area, and both have codes of conduct to ensure members use modern, fair methods.Claire M. replied:Take a look at www.APDT.co.uk
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May 25, 2015
Mandy M. asked:Hi - I'm looking for a decent dog behaviourist for my 2 rescue dogs, both have different issues. Checked out some but quite expensive, can anyone recommend a good reasonably priced one please xxSarah W. replied:You can search by county on the APDT website x http://www.apdt.co.uk
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May 7, 2015
Ann-marie K. asked:Need a behavoiurist in bridgend area urgentBarbara E. replied:I don't cover Barry but take a look at www.apdt.co.uk and www.apbc.co.uk dog training is not regulated so anyone can say they're a dog trainer and sadly in Wales many do and are using some harsh, out dated methods. The following links will take you to accredited, reward based professionals.
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March 12, 2015
Sharon D. asked:Hi I am getting my new puppy next week. As I am new to the area, can someone please recommend puppy classes and the best shop to buy all her new required 'bits & pieces' or have same for sale. ThanksRosie B. replied:Very happy to see you for one-to-one sessions but don't do classes at the moment - my website is www.pet-sense.co.uk . Daybreak dogs might do, or check out www.apdt.co.uk
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January 4, 2015
Nicky L. asked:Pup training tips that work anyone please? XLindsay M. replied:A good puppy school is essential. Many are not a good standard, and allow a lot of free running and chasing. Theses are not ideal, and can sometimes mess up a dog who can either feel bullied and become scared, or end up being a bully. So try http://www.puppyschool.co.uk/ and also any life skills classes based on Helen Zulch's methods, or www.apdt.co.uk :)
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December 15, 2014
Maureen L. asked:We are looking to employ a dog trainer - - any idea where we could look to advertise? Derbyshire area is our base.Ellie H. replied:www.apdt.co.uk - find your area on this website.
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November 18, 2014
Maria H. asked:Is there a link where somone can find puppy class or puppy meets please for nottingham, ukAnnette P. replied:Suggest she looks here and then goes along to a class without her pup to see if she is happy before enrolling. All these trainers are registered with the Association of Pet Dog Trainers http://www.apdt.co.uk/.../local-dog-trainers/nottinghamshire
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October 14, 2014
Rachael H. asked:Also looking for a behaviourist in Burnley, Lancs pleaseWilliam B. replied:http://www.apdt.co.uk/.../local-dog-trainers/lancashire...
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October 4, 2014
Pauline S. asked:Can anyone recommend a good trainer/ training school in the Leeds area. It goes without saying it must be positive training. Friends of mine have just got a 9 week old Lab. Px
Amanda W. replied:Have a look here Pauline: http://www.apdt.co.uk/
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October 2, 2014
Jess D. asked:I have a question - how serious does a problem have to be before you employ a behaviourist rather than going online and asking for help? Do you use the advise you receive online as gospel or rather as guidance? Where would you go to find a behaviourist and what would make you pick that one over any other?Lisa H. replied:Something like this for example http://www.apdt.co.uk/
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October 1, 2014
Shelley G. asked:Hi im just after some advice please we bought a puppy last night, a welsh sheep dog and i want to get her into a puppy class or something nice and young so she can be socialised but also so i can get her into either agility or flyball or something when shes a bit older. We live in Blackpool and dont really know much about any of this so any advice is greatly appreciated please. TIASue P. replied:http://www.apdt.co.uk/
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August 18, 2014
Becky F. asked:Looking for some advice and recommendations please. I've just graduated from the University of Bath with a first in Biology, and I'm now looking into doing a course(s) to gain some qualifications in canine behaviour (and ultimately potentially teaching - basic obedience (kennel club good citizen awards)/agility/flyball). Problem is there are so many different courses out there. Ideally I would like to do a course which requires you to have a decent degree beforehand. Anyone got any recommendations? Thanks. **Edit: I should say I'm looking ideally for courses in the South West, or better yet online courses. Though I'm not sure if the latter will be as reputable.**Victoria H. replied:http://www.compass-education.co.uk/mobile/default . http://www.apdt.co.uk I have used both of these they are very good and a place to start. Also try http://www.bvba.org.uk
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April 2, 2014
Anouska C. asked:Looking for a dog trainer in the Crystal Palace
Lisa F. replied:Hi, Find someone from here http://www.apdt.co.uk/ I have heard good things about http://www.wtdt.co.uk/ they have classes in South Norwood.
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February 19, 2014
Cassie M. asked:Hello Do you know of any trainers that come to your house to train? I need help with Kobis aggressive attitude towards other dogs as well as some of the basics such as stopping him from snapping, jumping up and pulling on the lead. I am based in Littleover, Derby. Thankyou :)Nicola M. replied:Maureen Lakin, we cannot see if you are a member of one of these organisations https://www.facebook.com/notes/dog-training-advice-and-support/associations-you-can-trust-to-find-a-trainer-in-the-uk/637383576277203 http://www.petprofessionalguild.com http://www.apbc.org.uk http://www.apdt.co.uk http://www.imdt.uk.com http://www.capbt.co.uk
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December 9, 2013
Michelle F. asked:does anyone know any good trainers/behaviourists in s.yorksBrian H. replied:Recommended places to look are: www.apdt.co.uk (trainers)
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October 28, 2013
Jordan B. asked:Anypne know of a force free trainer in the lancaster/morecambe area?Jo M. replied:Two pages of APDT trainers in Lancs :) http://www.apdt.co.uk/.../local-dog-trainers/lancashire...
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October 8, 2013
Kerrie B. asked:We get our puppy in Nov and are looking for a puppy training class can anyone recommend one? X
Maxine F. replied:Have a look at the Association of pet dog trainers website (www.APDT.co.uk). They will have a list of trainers in your area. They use nice methods to train dogs and socialisation at an early age is very good too xx
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December 23, 2012
Nicky A. asked:Hi cud any1 recommend a gud dog trainer, we av a 1 year old American bull dog an we av problems geting her 2 walk on lead, we av tried most leads an the face halti she kept bashing her head off floor 2 get it off, our local pet shop advised 2 get a trainer in 2 work wit her any ideas plz :)Angela D. replied:Im sorry I dont know where Marske is, but have a look on the APDT UK website (www.apdt.co.uk) as all those trainers will use kind positive methods. Also, no leads or gadgets will stop your dog pulling.....you will need to spend the time teaching your dog how you would like her to walk so a good trainer is the best idea. But just make sure they use kind methods!
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November 4, 2012
Harley B. asked:does anyone know of any dog tryin classes in yeovil or surrounding area. thank u .xHelen N. replied:www.apdt.co.uk can search for training by area, its how we found ours.
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October 24, 2012
Simon S. asked:hi guys a friend has asked me does anybody know of any good dog trainers in the bath area who would be willing to do one on one training as she works irregular hour so cant do normal classes any help would be appreciated and thanksSally R. replied:http://www.apdt.co.uk/
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February 21, 2012
Chelsea A. asked:Still looking for a vet approved and qualified behavioural therapist for my doggy in lincoln.Lorraine J. replied:try looking on here www.apdt.co.uk there should be one there for you
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January 12, 2015
Mel P. asked:hello! I'm after recommendation on dog trainers? I have a rescue dog who has no recall. he does come back to me the few times he jumped out of the car before I grabbed his lead but I would love to be able to let him run through. as close to leatherhead as possible and only people who have experience in hunting breeding (he is a pointer x)Karly R. replied:Check out www.apdt.co.uk to find a local trainer who uses fair, modern methods
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December 29, 2014
Tj C. asked:Can anybody recommend puppy classes which take place during the day? I can't do evenings.... We are in Ripley GU23. Thank you, Happy New year :)Karly R. replied:Try www.apdt.co.uk
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September 10, 2014
Carole M. asked:Guys can someone direct me to a good website I can recommend to new puppy parents that have never owned a dog before. I did my best to answer the four pages of questions they had, phew ! but would like to give the a good website they can head to, for up to date methods in house and crate training and training tips especially for young pups ?
Karly R. replied:http://www.apdt.co.uk/ has some good articles etc. - and they can find a trainer through it who's not going to use outdated, harsh methods
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June 25, 2014
Monique L. asked:Hi,I'm trying 2 find out about puppy classes around camberley area,obedience etc, where,how much,tia xKarly R. replied:Www.apdt.co.uk - all members should follow the APDT code of conduct to use fair, modern training methods
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February 8, 2014
Iain M. asked:Not quite agility related, but wondered if anyone had any recommendations for puppy classes (obedience/life skills/general puppy training) in the Croydon (surrey) area please?Karly R. replied:Try http://www.apdt.co.uk
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