Whatever you are in your doggy journey, Much Ado About Dogs can help. From choosing the right breed for you, through to puppy training and practical, real-world obedience, we can help at every step of the way. Even if things haven't quite gone to plan so far, we can help you get back on track and work on all your canine challenges. Or we can simply help tired your dog out with physical and mental exercise.
ALL TRAINING SESSIONS INCLUDE A 30-MINUTE FREE CONSULTATION AS STANDARD
What are you looking for?
Breed Selection Advice
Puppy Training & Socialisaiton
Physical & Mental Exercise
Problem Solving & Behaviour Change
Breed Selection Advice
Choosing the right dog for you and your situation is a critical decision and one that should be made after consulting a canine professional. This is the best way to set yourself up for success with your new dog.
£50 online
£65 in-person
Breed Consultation
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This service is designed to help you choose the perfect dog to fit your lifestyle, living situation and personal circumstances. They are best done in-person but can also be done online.
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We’ll talk through why you want a dog or a puppy and assess any early thoughts you have on breed choices and discuss their suitability. Whilst breed is a critical factor in choosing a dog but it is not the only one. We'll also talk about the merits of rescuing or rehoming a dog vs. buying from a breeder.
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At the end of the session, you will be given a shortlist of potentially suitable breeds (see example here) along with a detailed understanding of the training, exercise and broad health considerations.
Puppy Training & Socialisation
Getting a new puppy is one of the amazing aspects of owning a dog, but it can also be overwhelming and challenging in so many ways. But don't worry. Our puppy packages can help you navigate your way through the trials and tribulations of puppy ownership and help you manage and relieve a lot of the stress.
£250
Personalised Puppy Plan
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These sessions are suitable for all puppies up to the age of 6 months (at the first lesson). These fun and play-filled sessions are designed to help you build a strong relationship with your new dog that will last a lifetime
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These 6x 1-hour in-person lessons are structured around our Doggy Dozen – 12 commands that all puppies should know well – are taught through reward-based games and puzzles to build up your new puppy's confidence and obedience
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Exercises are set in between sessions so you can practice the commands and continue the puppy’s development. All lessons should be completed within 12 weeks of the initial session
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Socialisation Masterclass
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This is probably the most misunderstood and underappreciated part of owning a new puppy, but it is so important and will save you so much stress in the long term.
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Socialisation has very little to do with meeting other dogs and much more to do with exposing your new pup to as many elements of our crazy human world as possible and normalising the experience.
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This 1-hour interactive online session is designed to guide new puppy owners through the dos and don't of socialisation and is packed with tips and tricks to ensure your dog is fully equipped to become a well-balanced canine citizen
£45
4-hrs from £200
Puppy Knowledge Clinic
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There is a lot more to owning a puppy than most people realise and it's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed, exhausted and at the end of your tether. Your idyllic vision of a small bundle of fur snuggling up to you on the sofa has been replaced with a land-shark nightmare with a taste for your flesh. If this is where you are, then this clinic is for you.
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Unlike traditional puppy sessions, our clinic passes are blocks of online time that can be used at your discretion at any point up to your puppy's first birthday. So whether you want an hour-long session to cover house training or a 5-minute chat to double-check something, my time is your time.
Puppy Paragon Program
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Our most comprehensive and flexible training package ever! Designed for puppies from 8 weeks old, it is intended to eliminate as much of the stress of owning a new dog as possible whilst retaining the responsibility and enjoyment.
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The program includes:
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In-home early learning and play sessions
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Ongoing socialisation
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Up to 6 weeks intensive daily training
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4 months of coaching sessions after the initial sessions
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Additional extensive support until the puppy is 18 months old
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And much much more
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Price On Request
Physical & Mental Exercise
The saying goes that "a tired dog is a happy dog" and there is a lot of truth to this. Dogs that are physically and mentally exercised are better behaved in the home and find it easier to settle down and be calm
£20 30-mins
£35 60-mins
Structured Walks
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This service is perfect for those simply looking for someone who can help them exercise their canine companions but there is a lot more to it than a stroll around the block.
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A structured walk combines elements of exercise, obedience, exploration and play to tire your dog out in a way that endless rounds of fetch never could.
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Each walk is tailored to the dog's needs and takes their age, size, breed, and disposition into account.
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Please note that this service is for one dog at a time and assumes a minimum level of on-lead behaviour. These walks are NOT a replacement for a proper training programme.
Problem Solving & Behaviour Change
Getting a dog is a life-long commitment to teaching them obedience and good manners and helping them understand how to behave in all situations - all whilst having fun! This is the secret to having an amazing relationship with your dog and there are several different ways to get there.
£55
Online Training Consultation
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This is a 60-minute conversation where we will discuss various elements of the challenge you are facing with your dog and help you begin to tackle them.
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These sessions are ideal for those who don’t really know where to start with their training and just want to get some initial direction. It's also perfect for those situation with travel is a challenge.
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We will advise you on how to approach your dog's problems and give you a practical plan for how to continue to work through the problems. Follow-up sessions can then be arranged to track progress.
Face-to-Face Consultation
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The classic choice. Starting at 60 minutes, these sessions are designed to help you tackle your dog's problems in the short and long term.
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These hands-on sessions are well suited to people who prefer to work face-to-face or those needing a bit of extra help with behaviour, commands, obedience or simply general training.
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We will show and advise you on how to approach your dog's problems and give you practical steps so you can continue working with your dog to set them up for success. Further follow-up sessions may be advised.
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£75
6-hrs from £375
Multi-Session Packages
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These multi-session courses offer great value for money and are tailored to the individual needs of your dog. They include an initial 30-min online consultation, a personalised lesson plan and at least 6 face-to-face training sessions.
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The bespoke nature of these sessions means that they are suitable for a wide variety of challenges from general obedience training to behaviour modification. They are fully customisable so you can use them in the way that best suits you.
