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07362 926744

...because everyone wants a Good Dog!

Hi! I’m Karen,
a passionate dog Training Instructor based in Ashford, Kent using reward-based, force free training.

Kennel Club Approved for the Good Citizen Dog Scheme.

Also, proud owner of Bernese Mountain Dogs, Tallulah, Taya, Travis and new pup Teddy.

Karen and Tasha
The Trainer of Choice...
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A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME

I've always had dogs and I love turning them into bundles of love and fun! I feel so proud when people come up to me when I'm out and comment on how they wish their dogs were as calm and well behaved as mine. I'll then give them some tips on what they can do and normally when I meet them again, they come up to me and tell me it worked!

After years of all this 'free' training, I decided to get myself qualified and start my own dog training to help owners get the most from their dog and really enhance their relationship.

 

All my classes are reward-based, choice training with no aversive equipment or hard punishment.  When your dogs are in my classes, they are taught that good behaviour brings rewards, they are not doing it out of fear but because they have made the correct choice.

I am very proud to announce that I have recently been accepted by The Kennel Club as an Approved Club to teach the Good Citizen Dog Scheme.  The GCDS is the UKs largest dog training programme.  

After lots of studying, I have been accepted by THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF CANINE ETHICS as a Professional Member. 
An excerpt from their Charter explains -

'We believe in treating every dog with kindness, respect, and understanding, recognising their unique needs and emotions. Our organisation is committed to promoting ethical training methods that prioritise positive reinforcement and compassionate approaches, ensuring the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of dogs.'

On Friday mornings, you will find me at Aldington Village Hall, where I assist Teresa and Ron Mills of Gefion Dog Training, teaching The Good Citizen Dog Scheme.  I am honoured to be part of their team.

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ABOUT
Group Training with The Good Dog Academy
CLIENTS

SOME OF OUR HAPPY CLIENTS

LESSONS

All our lessons are carried out on the concrete area outside the classroom and sometimes in our own field.  The whole area has been approved by Ashford Borough Council as suitable for dog training.  Being taught outside is really being in the 'real world'.  The sounds of birds, voices, cars, lorries, tractors, bikes, sirens - can all be heard and these distractions keep your dog more focused on YOU!  In the Winter months we do have our own 'classroom' but will still be outside as long as it's not raining or freezing (because I hate being wet and cold!)
I only ever have a maximum of 5 dogs in my classes, so you and your dogs will get the attention you have paid for.  I don't leave you fending for yourself or wondering if you are doing things correctly because I'm too busy talking to others.


 

GROUP CLASSES
Puppy Classes

Young puppies need to be socialised from a young age so they can grow up to be a Good Dog! So as soon as your pup is ready to mix with other dogs (usually after their second puppy injection), book them into one of our puppy classes. Here they will start to learn that really important loose lead walking, how to play and interact with people and other dogs, food manners, knowing when we want them to 'settle' and of course the basic commands of sit, down and stay.  This course will include a Designer Outlet walk, discovery, games and some very low impact agility.

GROUP CLASSES

Refresher classes

Dogs that have had basic training at an early age will probably behave themselves for many years.  However, circumstances may change for the dogs and they may find themselves in situations where training has lapsed. If your older dog has forgotten how to behave properly, then one of our refresher courses can help.

GROUP CLASSES

Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Scheme

The Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Scheme is the UK's largest dog training programme. Any dog can take part in the scheme, your dog does not have to be registered with the Kennel Club. The scheme promotes responsible dog ownership by teaching owners to train their dog for every day life situations. Theer are four levels, Puppy Foundation, Bronze, Silver and Gold.  Each level  developing and an owners understanding, while building your dog's confidence and level of domestic obedience skills.

SERVICES

Currently Accepting Dogs From These Locations

If you live in an area not included in this list, please contact me for a chat. 

Locations
CONTACT

CONTACT ME

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07362 926744
gethelp@thegooddogacademy.co.uk
Bethersden, Ashford, Kent

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