AD-HOC PRIVATE TRAINING
We provide 1-2-1’s aka private training for anyone that is looking for an alternative to group classes or workshops, for any reason.
Our hourly private training is available to anyone. Scent work is scientifically proven to leave our dogs in a state of positive judgement bias, meaning that they are likely to react less negatively to new things. Ideally, the next time they are exposed to a new object or environment, they will use their senses to support their adjustment to that situation, rather than automatically reacting negatively.
Our training is achievable for dogs with a variety of behavioural issues. Dogs will achieve our tasks on lead, which is suitable for dogs that cant be off-lead, and this is 100% achievable for dogs that wear muzzles too. You will be working alongside your dog as a team, you will be with your dog at all times with no handling needed from the instructor. Private training can be 100% customised to suit your dog’s needs. From location, to session frequency and even the scent being used, we will work together on a training plan that supports your training needs.
Who will benefit from private training?
• Handlers with dogs that will not cope in a group setting. Whether this will be due extensive nervousness or reactivity etc.
• Previous or existing clients that would like ad hoc training top ups to improve and upkeep their dog’s skills.
• Anyone who would like sole focus on their dog to progress with their training.
Read more about the benefits that scent detection can have on your dog on our homepage.
We can now offer training for XL bullies!
Over the past few weeks we have changed insurance providers to allow us to expand our private training services for banned breeds; we can allow XL Bullies to enjoy the fun of scent detection!
We are firm believers that it’s not the breed, it’s the lack of responsible dog ownership and a lack of training. We have met many loving XL bullies over the years and we hope to continue to do so.
We have have heard from a few owners of XL bullies that they’ve lost the enjoyment of being outside because they have been muzzled and kept on lead… We want to change that, we want to bring back some fun for these dogs when they leave the house to make this a positive experience for you.
Our training is 100% achievable on lead and with a muzzle, you’ll be working independently with your dog so there is no interference from other dogs or people.
Scentwork releases endorphins in our dogs, making them feel happy and relaxed after releasing all that instinctual energy. We will give them fun activities to play whilst wearing their walking gear, to start to remove those negative connotations of having a muzzle on. Our training games are ones that you can play anywhere, to continue the fun outside the classroom, whether that’s on your next walk or in your living room at home.
So what do you need to do?
When you submit a booking request with us, we will ask you for the relevant documentation in line with the exception rules set out by our Government.
If this is in order, then we can proceed with your booking where we will ask you a few extra questions about your dog’s behaviour to ensure we maintain a safe and stress-free environment as much as possible.
Disclaimer: For any breed of dog, we do not offer behavioural adjustment training… but using scent work, we can support your existing training plan.
Scent detection has many benefits for our dogs, but it shouldn’t replace ongoing obedience or behavioural training.
If you are with a behaviourist, please follow their recommendations to make sure your dog will enjoy this activity.