Helping People
Training Dogs
Changing Lives
Welcome!
My name is Marc and I'm a dog walker and trainer based in Oxfordshire, serving clients across the UK and beyond.
I train dogs to become well-behaved canine citizens, and I do it by helping people become guardians that their dogs can look up to for direction and guidance.
Too many people struggle to live harmonious lives with their dogs, stressed about the next walk or dreading meal times. Some suffer in silence, whilst others don't realise there is a better way.
But there is!
I help people build deeper, stronger and more fulfilled relationships with their dogs. This starts with choosing the right breed through to basic obedience, play and if things go wrong, practical problem-solving.
Whatever the challenge, be it breed selection, recall, reactivity, aggression, pulling, excessive barking, separation anxiety, jumping or even just sitting still - I am ready and able to help.
So, please get in touch and I'll be delighted to help.
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How I Can Help
Whether you are thinking about getting a new dog, want to level-up your current dog's training or are currently struggling with some difficult canine behaviour, Much Ado About Dogs can offer practical advice and tips to help you out.
All our services are bespoke and tailored to the individual situation, which means every dog is handled in a way that works best for them.
We follow a science-led Positive-First approach to training - utilising positive reinforcement as our lead approach whilst also adapting to the individual needs of the dog.
I am accredited by the Will Atherton Academy and am committed to a program of continuous improvement and learning
We Always Aim For Better
Approaches Tailored to Individual Cases
Private Training Sessions
We offer personalized care through both online and face-to-face consultations. Our individually tailored sessions will support you in developing your skills and work with your dog to help you realize your goals and strengthen your relationship
Personalised Breed Selection
Choosing the right dog is one of the most important decisions that you will ever make and we will help every step of the way from an initial assessment of your personal circumstances and lifestyle to finding the ideal canine companion. Making the right decisions in the beginning, means less likelihood of issues later on
In the Words of my Clients...
"William loves the training! He was so good on his walk this morning, paying attention and sitting at every gate. I can now leave him for longer periods of time. He's going great with your plan. At this rate, I'll be able to return to the gym!
We appreciate you very much!"
Carol & William
"I worked with a another trainer for months without much success. By the end of the first session with Marc, we had made so much progress. Polly was able to stay calm in the presence of a large off-lead dog which was great!"
Joe & Polly
"Thanks for your time. I practised the instant down with Boycie after and we got it by the time we were back at the entrance. I also trialled the other bits too. I'll make a list to focus on and it would be great to get your support"
Ben & Boycie
​What we DON'T offer
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Cast-iron Guarantees. Very few things are 100% certain in dog training and we must be humble when a challenge is beyond us. If there is a situation where we don’t think we can help, we will point you in the direction of someone who can
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Competitive Obedience, Sporting or Bite-Work. We focus on pets and companion animals in everyday real-life situations
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One-and-done Solutions. Regardless of the progress made during sessions, owners must be ready to put in the work at home for long-term success
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Sugarcoated Feedback. Honesty is a vital element of the consultations, so straight-talking and tough-love are sometimes necessary​
