Welcome to Doodle Dogs!
If you have a puppy, a teenager, a senior dog or anything in-between and need help with training then I am here for you.
Based in Bath, I aim to provide a friendly, approachable service to owners of pet dogs of any age, any breed and any background, including rescues. I would love to strengthen your relationship by helping you to effectively nurture a happy, confident canine companion with good manners who can enhance, rather than restrict, your daily life!
Testimonials:
- “Ali has been amazing. She has helped us hugely with training our puppy.”
- “Ali has given us top training tips which have worked brilliantly.”
- “Would hugely recommend.”
Training a dog of any age and background is a wonderfully way to build your relationship and deepen your understanding of each other – as well as getting the behaviours and skills you are after.
Puppy classes begin with communication, key to getting your training off to a good start. Once your puppy is listening to you, you can work towards achieving the dog you are after – plus have the the best chance of getting through those teenage months!
Dogs of any age can be trained to perform a range of behaviours – you can teach an old dog new tricks! It may take longer but that can make training all the more rewarding. One to One Tuition is there for anyone with a specific training desire, those who do not appreciate group classes and those who need lessons at a specific time. Let me know what you are after and we can work out a training plan.
I use positive, science-based reinforcement techniques with trust and confidence-building exercises to help you get the most out of your relationship with your dog.
As I am going to be working with your precious pup, you may like to see my professional credentials:
- I am qualified with the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT)
- I passed the IMDT Membership Assessment with Merit
- I maintain ongoing membership of the IMDT
- I have passed the IMDTB Level 3 course in Learning, Motivation and Reinforcement
- I have a Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Animal Management with Distinction
- I have a Level 3 Open College Network certification in the principles of Dog Training and Behaviour
- I have passed the IMDT Level 4 course in Consultations, Foundations and Functions of Behaviour
- I have completed a K9 First Aid Course and a Dog First Aid training course
- I have attended a Dog Law Seminar with Trevor Cooper
- I undertake at least 15 hour of continual professional development each year, recently including courses by Ian Dunbar, Ken Ramirez and Simone Muller
- I am insured with Cliverton, a specialist animal industry insurer