Four Paws Dog Training (Leyland)

Fabulous puppy training and socialisation class, 5 weeks of quality time with my puppy and lots to learn and put into practice. Sad when the course had finished, Kathryn is a brilliant trainer with wealth of experience. Can’t recommend enough - if you have a new puppy what are you waiting for.

I've just completed the 5 week Puppy Foundation & Socialisation course with Kathryn at Four Paws. It's been brilliant! Our puppy is 5 months old now and picked everything up really quickly, which is credit to Kathryn, her material and delivery manner. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a really great foundation when starting out with a puppy. It's a great confidence builder for us as owners, but also gives puppies the basics to integrate into homes and society. Thankyou Kathryn! 🙂

Would highly recommend Kathryn at four paws. We attended her puppy foundation class in which she was very informative throughout and gave lots of handouts to continue owner training after the course 😊 Thankyou! X

Kathryn is a fabulous trainer, the whole puppy training course was so enjoyable. We were all made to feel welcome and comfortable. The easy way in which Kathryn explains things helps you feel confident and motivated to work with your pup. We loved every minute - wish it was a bit longer though as it was so good.

I highly recommend Four Paws Dog Training. Me and my partner recently attended the September/October beginner course and it quickly became the highlight of our week! We’ve formed a whole new relationship with our Labrador reinforcing the connection we already shared with her and learning some new tricks along the way. The class was a relaxed low pressure environment but information dense, with Kathryn providing plenty of insight into doggy psychology. We now have loads of drills and training games to take away and work on at home. We cannot wait to book on for the level 1 course. Thank you from ourselves and the puppers Dora and Echo!

Kathryn is a brilliant trainer. We struggled to get our dog onto a puppy training course and Kathryn suggested the Gun Dog Training Stage 1 as an alternative. This was perfect as we learnt basic commands and developed our bond. We now have the skills needed to manage a very active young dog. We loved it!

We recently attended the Puppy Foundation Course at Four Paws Dog Training (Leyland). The course was taken by Kathryn who was very knowledgeable and shared many tips and tricks to assist with the training. Class size was small which enabled Kathryn to watch and focus on individual dogs and their owners. By the end of the five weeks, we felt more confident in what we’d been taught but also with the knowledge and techniques learnt, we feel we can in time move on to more advanced training. I would highly recommend any class run by Kathryn and Four Paws Dog Training

These puppy training classes were excellent! I use a rollator to walk and Kathryn helped me change exercises to accommodate my needs and adjust to doing them with my rollator. The classes were detailed, plenty of opportunity for questions or extra help and taught the basics of puppyhood such as the following commands: Sit, stay, recall, leave it, heel work, focus on owner, etc. The classes were a maximum of 5 which was a lot better and meant Kathryn could give each of us the individual attention and provide alternative ways, adjustments and methods of training. She showed the value of high value versus lower value treats and how to slowly reduce value, quantity and need for treats as we progress and to replace with affection instead of treats. At the end, we got a certificate and rosette for completing the class. I would highly recommend this puppy class for new puppy parents.

Kathryn’s classes have been brilliant. Our puppy was quite nervous of other dogs with him only being small and the classes have really brought him out of his shell. He’s now happy to be approached by other dogs and interact with them. The classes have also given us skills in how to handle him and respond to his behaviour. I can definitely recommend Kathryn to any one with a puppy. We found the classes so good we are planning on taking the junior course next.

Kathryn's gun dog course was great. She's very knowledgeable about these breeds and taught us valuable skills to train our dog. Kathryn is friendly and welcoming.