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Dog Training in Stratford

Dog & Puppy training

We offer services at Stratford-upon-Avon, Wellesbourne and Meon Vale, each are customised to cater specifically to your pup’s unique needs. Our mission is simple: NON-REACTIVE DOGS and committed owners.

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Once you get in touch, we’ll ask a few questions and then arrange a meeting with you and your doggie.

We provide results‑driven 1:1 dog training for owners who want lasting behavioural change — not quick fixes. Our work is tailored, structured, and focused on creating calm, confident, non‑reactive dogs.We no longer offer single sessions. Every client begins with a comprehensive assessment, followed by a carefully designed training package that supports real progress.

KEY DETAILS FOR ALL CLASSES:

Vaccinations:

All participating puppies must be up-to-date on vaccinations, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for everyone.

Class Structure:

DogWalk Academy offers various levels of classes to cater to different training needs and progressions, from basic manners to advanced obedience skills.

Individual Attention:

We understand that every puppy is unique. Our experienced trainers are ready to address individual concerns and tailor advice to fit your puppy’s specific challenges and your training goals.

PUPPY CLASSES AND OBEDIENCE CLASSES

Age Group Puppies: 8 weeks to 6 months
Age Group Obedience: 6 months and older

Dates: Ongoing

What We Cover

Our classes focus on building confident, well-mannered dogs from the start. Basics of obedience, including:

  • Sit, stay, come, and heel
  • Loose-lead walking
  • House training techniques, including crate training and routines
  • Socialisation with other puppies and people
  • Guidance on common behavioural challenges, such as biting, chewing, and jumping
  • Exposure to new environments, sounds, and experiences to build confidence and adaptability

Each session repeats and builds on key skills, so dogs can join at any time without missing important lessons. This ensures every pup develops a solid foundation in both training and social skills.

Why It’s Important

Early training and socialisation are essential for raising a well-adjusted, confident dog. Puppy classes as well as obedience classes help prevent future behavioural problems and provide structured opportunities for:

  • Learning essential commands

  • Developing good manners

  • Practising safe interactions with other dogs and people

  • Gaining confidence in real-life situations

Our rolling classes mean that every pup receives the same core training, regardless of when they start, and owners can choose a schedule that fits their lifestyle.

REACTIVE DOG GROUP TRAINING

Age Group: dogs of any age

Every Saturday morning.

What We Cover

Our Reactive Dog Group Training classes are for dogs that struggle with reactivity, frustration, over-excitement, or anxiety around other dogs or people. Sessions take place in a calm, structured environment where dogs work at a comfortable distance from one another, allowing them to learn without feeling overwhelmed.

Using positive, reward-based training, we focus on:

  • Building calm behaviour around triggers.
  • Improving engagement and focus on the handler.
  • Teaching practical skills for real-life walks.
  • Increasing confidence through controlled exposure.
  • Developing loose lead walking and reliable obedience around distractions.
  • Helping owners better understand and manage their dog’s behaviour.

There is no pressure for dogs to interact with each other. The goal is to help them feel safe, relaxed, and able to make better choices when other dogs or people are nearby.

Why It’s Important

Reactivity is often rooted in fear, frustration, uncertainty, or over-arousal. Without the right guidance, these behaviours can become more established over time.

Our Reactive Dog Group provides a safe and supportive environment where both dogs and owners can learn together. By working at each dog’s individual pace, we help reduce stress, build confidence, and teach dogs that they don’t need to bark, lunge, or react when faced with everyday situations.

Owners leave with practical techniques they can apply outside of class, creating calmer walks, stronger communication, and a more enjoyable relationship with their dog.

This group is ideal for dogs that:

  • Bark or lunge at other dogs.
  • Become over-excited when they see dogs or people.
  • Struggle to stay calm on walks.
  • Need confidence-building around everyday distractions.
  • Would benefit from structured exposure rather than free socialisation.

1:1 BEHAVIOURAL TRAINING

Age Group: dogs of all ages

Step One: Behaviour Assessment
This in‑depth assessment forms the foundation of all our training. During this session we will:

  • Assess your dog’s behaviour, emotional state, and triggers
  • Review history, routine, and environment
  • Identify root causes rather than symptoms
  • Set realistic, achievable goals
  • Design a clear, personalised training plan

Following the assessment, we will recommend the most suitable package for you and your dog.

Why We Work in Packages:
True behaviour change takes time, consistency, and structure. Packages allow us to:

  • Address root causes rather than surface behaviours
  • Build skills progressively
  • Measure progress accurately
  • Adjust training as your dog develops

Our approach ensures clarity, accountability, and results.

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Dog Training in Stratford?

At Warwickshire Dog Training, we offer professional, results-driven dog training in Warwickshire, helping dogs and their owners build calm, confident, and well-behaved relationships.

We specialise in puppy training classes, reactive and anxious dog training, and obedience training, using clear, practical methods that work in real-life situations. Whether you’re starting with a new puppy or need support with behavioural challenges, our training is tailored to your dog’s individual needs.

Our goal is to give you the skills, structure, and confidence to manage your dog effectively, creating lasting results and a more enjoyable day-to-day life together.

Get in touch today to book your puppy class or training session in Warwickshire and see the difference expert guidance can make.

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