Encore Dogs

Set The Stage For Success

Welcome to Encore Dogs! I am dedicated to expanding your dog’s potential and reducing stress for both you and your dog through kind, effective, force-free training.

My teaching is based on communication and trust, ensuring the whole family can live a calm and happy life together.

If you’re looking to prevent and manage unwanted behaviours, or to provide fun, enriching life experiences for you and your dog, then you are in the right place!

1:1 Training
Assistance Dog Training
Group Classes

About

Hello! My name is Kaitlin and I am the face behind Encore Dogs! I am a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) and a registered Animal Training Instructor (ATI) with the Animal Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC). I am also a tutor for Puppy School UK and a volunteer trainer with DogAID.

Having grown up with a reactive dog, I know firsthand how challenging it can be just to leave the house and how crucial early, preventative training really is.

I began my training journey as a Puppy School UK tutor, helping dog parents catch problem behaviours early and build a strong foundation for success.

Alongside running group classes and 1:1 training for pet dogs, I now also focus on training assistance dogs. This means the techniques I use are not only force-free and effective, they’re proven to meet the high standards required to pass an assistance dog test. If they work for those dogs, they’ll work for yours too!

Group Classes

Location: Teddington

Adolescent Academy -

Saturday October 11 2025 @ 14:45

Location: East Sheen

Puppy Pre-School

Thursday October 16 2025 @ 19:30

Puppy School

(Once a week for 6 Weeks)

Location: Teddington

Ready for a better-behaved pup?

Let’s get the ball rolling with a free 15-minute phone chat. Just pick a time below:


OUR TESTIMONIALS

What Our Client's Say

Such a positive experience with Kaitlin at Encore Dogs. I particularly love her calm, professional and enthusiastic approach to training. She treats the dogs as individuals and has given us many useful strategies. I highly recommend Kaitlin. 

Welcome to Encore Dogs! If you are looking to prevent and manage unwanted behaviours, or to provide fun, enriching life experiences for you and your dog, then you are in the right place!

Contact Me
@dogaidpics needs our help!

Link is in the bio or you can go to dogaid.org.uk

#emergencyappeal #assistancedogs #dogcharity
Why Puppy Pre-School? 

Think of it as baby sensory class, but for puppies! 🐶

A gentle introduction to socialisation through play and exploration.

2 x 45 minute sessions that let your puppy grow in confidence and teaches you how to set them up for success before starting more formal training.

Sessions will be limited to a very small group and take place at @pet_people_vets in East Sheen, where pups will also have an opportunity to explore a vet clinic stress-free!

First course is October 16th & 23rd

Head to the link in my bio, sign up via encoredogs.com or send me a DM to join!

#puppyclass #puppysocialisation #puppytraining
🌙✨ Walking your reactive dog at night can take away a lot of stress for both of you.

Just remember: safety first! Wear reflective gear or stay on well-lit paths.

#dogtrainingadvice #reactivedogs #nightowl
Look out! It’s a Tea Time Training Tip! ☕️

Retriever not retrieving? 🎾

Here are 3 reasons why your dog may not be bringing the ball/toy back.

Have a dog? Then follow me! I’m always posting free advice on socials.

Get in touch via DM if you want to work with me 🐶

#teatimetrainingtips #dogadvice #fetch
Struggling to get calm lead walking from your puppy? 🐾

A lot of puppy clients are able to perfect lead walking skills at home, but it all falls apart when they step outside. 

My #1 tip when teaching calm lead walking to a puppy is to let them get their 'sillies' out first! 🤪
What I mean by this is:
1. choose small length of pavement (In this video, I chose the space between 2 trees)
2. go up and down that length 2-4 times and let your puppy explore by sniffing, chasing leaves, etc. 🍂
3. Then, practise your loose lead walking skills for 2-4 lengths in the same spot.

Notice a difference? We are now setting our puppies up for success and not having too high expectations of them too quickly!

If you mastered this and want to move to the next level, DM me and we can work on it together! 🤩

#puppyadvice #dogtraining #looseleadwalking
Hoopers Taster with @happy_buddies_ !

Benny and I had a blast doing a beginners hoopers session with Amanda at Happy Buddies!

It’s always so useful to be on the other side in a group class and just get to learn and play 😊

It reminded me how important it is to just do something fun with your dog! Whether that’s playing at home or going to a dog sports class. 

Did you know there are loads of classes like hoopers that can accommodate any dog at any age? And you don’t have to compete, it can be just for fun!

#dogsports #hoopers #dogtrainingclasses
🎓Puppy Graduation! 🎓

Another round of lovely puppies have graduated Puppy School #teddington 🐶

Congrats to:
Molly the #goldenretriever
Pilchard the #jackapoo
Jude the #aussiebernedoodle
Misty the #staffy
Miffy the #cockapoo

I love that they all showcased a fabulous trick! ⭐️

Join us in October for the next round of @puppyschooluk classes

@lady_andthe_hound

#puppytraining #puppyclass #positivetraining
It’s National Dog Day! 🐶

Who are you celebrating today? 

I always think of my lovely Taffy the Toller because it is her birthday today as well! 

It’s fun to look back on all the fun activities we did together, before I knew a thing about dog training! 

What activities fill your dog’s cup? Maybe let them enjoy doing that activity today 😊

#nationaldogday #novascotiaducktollingretriever
Some impromptu cat training 🐱

I know nothing about cats but Ziggy seemed to be enjoying herself 😂

#cattraining #animaltricks #cattricks
Loose Lead Walking! 🦮🐕‍🦺

It looks simple, but it’s one of the hardest dog training skills to master. Why? Because it requires consistency, patience, and working against the distractions of the outside world!

Some top tips for lead walking:

🐾Reward often - what gets rewarded gets repeated!
🐾Start in low-distraction areas - like the kitchen or the living room!
🐾Keep training short and sweet - little and often is ideal

If you have a puppy or adolescent dog, be patient and understand they are taking in so much when they are out on a walk.

If you need support with lead walking, join Adolescent Academy September 6th where we deep-dive into this essential skill.

Or book a 1:1 training program! 

Just DM me for info 😊

#looseleadwalking #dogtrainingtips #dogadvice
A simple chin rest can unlock a new world for you and your dog!

If you know me, then you know I am a consent handling fanatic. Ever since I saw how simple it can be, it made me realise how much more we can do for our dogs.

If vet visits or just simply putting on your dog’s harness are stressful experiences, start by teaching the chin rest.

Then, work with me either in-person or online and we can unlock all the handling possibilities!

I may have a consent handling class coming soon in Richmond…🤔DM me your email and I’ll pop you on the wait list!

#consenthandling #dogtrainingtips #dogadvice

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