What the programme covers
We build the four foundations every working career rests on: engagement with the handler, a clear marker system, environmental confidence and an off switch. Formal obedience follows naturally once those exist.
- Marker charging and reinforcement mechanics
- Name response, engagement games and focus building
- Crate training, settle and independent calm
- Graded environmental exposure in real public settings
- Food and toy drive development, tug rules and outs
- Recall foundations and lead pressure understanding
Why engagement comes first
A puppy that finds its handler interesting will train itself. We spend the first sessions making you the most valuable thing in the environment through food delivery mechanics, movement, play and timing. Commands are added later, onto a dog that is already choosing to work with you.
Socialisation done properly
Socialisation is not meeting every dog and stranger. It is teaching neutrality: the world exists, it is not threatening, and it is not your business. We run short, controlled sessions near traffic, in town centres, around livestock, on unfamiliar surfaces and in enclosed spaces, always ending while the puppy is still confident.
Structure at home
Most puppy problems are management problems. We set up your routine: crate placement, feeding through training, sleep schedules, toilet routine, chew provision and rules around doors, furniture and greeting. A structured day produces a calm dog without any formal training at all.
Delivery format
Delivered as weekly one-to-one sessions at your home and in public environments, with a written plan, video review between sessions and direct messaging support. Board and train options are available for owners with limited availability.