Personalised Walking Training in East London
Improved lead walking makes walks more enjoyable for you both.
I’m here to help.
It can be frustrating and stressful when your dog is constantly pulling you along for pulling’s sake.
I’m here to help. Let’s start with the basics. Just imagine a future where your dog can walk calmly by your side.
The Walking Stars package is a set of four one-to-one training sessions, to freshen up your dog’s loose lead walking.
Walking Stars.
Improved loose lead walking - it makes walks more enjoyable for you and your dog.
What makes your dog want to choose to stay close? What are the different types of walking that are important to recognise, cater for and work towards? Work on your connection and loose lead walking skills.
Four in-person sessions booked weekly:
We start in and around your home and work towards a real life outing, bringing it altogether and putting your skills into practice.
A tailored training plan:
Built for you and your dog over the four week period, with detailed notes and support materials to guide your own practice.
Support on call:
Message or email support for the duration of the training period and one month afterwards.
Day-to-day assessment:
To maximise your progress over the period of the training package, send videos of your own training for comments and suggestions.
Walking Stars.
Take the first step towards transforming your dog’s lead walking behaviour.
WHEN:
Book a weekday slot, either late morning or early afternoon.
COST:
£260 4 x one-hour personalised training sessions.
(No travel charge within 20 minutes of Canary Wharf)
Get in touch now to book this package.
Stephanie Ismail MAPDT (01589)
“Thank you so much”
I liked the clear instructions both verbally and via email. It was useful to learn multiple ways to support good walking. We practised using different types of rewards, as well as working on building up other cues to use for safety when out and about, like ‘Leave it’. Overall, our sessions were very helpful.
– A. (London)
The Walking Stars package is for you if:
You’d like to work on your connection and practise loose lead walking.
You’d like some dedicated time and tailored support.
You want to work with a trainer who is committed to ethical training.
Your dog is over to 6 months old.
If your pup is younger than 6 months, view my puppy training options here.
Note: if your dog is showing challenging behaviours around other dogs or people, it would be important to assess this in more detail. If you are unsure, please get in touch, we can chat about next steps, or I can point out where to get specialised advice.
Three steps to walking success for you and your dog.
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Book Your SESSIONS
Get in touch and let me know what training help you need.
I’ll contact you to confirm the package and gather any extra details. And I’ll send you the link to book and make payment.
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FOCUSED TRAINING Sessions
I’ll work closely with you and your dog, guiding you through the training techniques and providing support along the way.
3
Practice MAKES PERFECT
Implement the exercises you’ve learned consistently. Enjoy seeing your dog learn through trust and understanding. Warning: Dog training can be highly addictive!
FAQs
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All dogs are puppies to me, it’s a light that shines through in their eyes. And not to mention that our domestic dogs retain puppy characteristics into adulthood (it’s called neoteny). In South Africa where I grew up, one the 11 official languages, Afrikaans, uses a diminutive form of words to express affection. So, if you hear me call your dog a puppy, don’t be alarmed. It’s just a term of endearment.
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You’re the key! Our one-to-one training sessions will involve me coaching you on training skills. I’ll show you how, and then you’ll have a chance to practise, so I can give lots of feedback and tips. Then it’s over to you, to work on some daily training and grow your bond as you practise your communication skills.
It’s always great if other family members can join some of our sessions too, because consistency is vital in training.
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Whilst I cannot guarantee specific results, my training programmes are designed to help you achieve positive changes in partnership with your dog.
A key principle in all training is breaking up challenges into small successful steps. I’ll help you set goals and give you the support and guidance you need, to help you and your dog succeed.
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Ethical training practices prioritise positive reinforcement techniques. This means our focus will be on encouraging, recognising and rewarding desired behaviours. Scientifically, this is the best approach to ensure a safe and enjoyable learning environment for your dog and most supportive of long-term behaviour change.
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It depends what the issue is. Get in touch to discuss your dog’s needs and I’ll let you know whether I can help or I can point out where to get specialised advice. If challenging behaviours are highly charged or entrenched and significantly impacting yours or your dog’s lifestyle, it can be important to start with a behaviourist.
Ready to improve your dog’s loose lead walking?
Take the first step towards more enjoyable lead walking together.