1:1 Training
Being a dog parent in the city is no walk in the park!
Think busy roads, packed parks, and plenty of stressed-out pups. If your dog’s recall is non-existent, they’re dragging you down the road after a cat, or you become invisible the moment another dog appears, you are not alone!
I’ve been through all of it (and more) and I promise, things can get better.
Many dog parents assume their young pups will simply grow out of unwanted behaviours but the truth is, practise makes perfect and right now, they’re getting really good at the things you don’t want them to do! Waiting until these behaviours become overwhelming (at any age) only makes change harder, often leading to costly behaviour programs or, in the worst cases, rehoming.
Don’t worry, you can have a calm, confident dog who rushes back to you in the park, walks safely by your side and is actually fun to be with. All it takes is the right support and guidance. As a qualified trainer who’s worked with hundreds of dogs, I can help you rediscover the joy of life with your pup!
My force-free, positive approach looks at the bigger picture: you, your dog, and the environment. I show you how to weave training into your daily routine so it feels natural, not like another chore.
1:1 Training Programs
Choose a plan that suits your needs
Spotlight
- 1-hour in-depth consultation
- Custom training plan
- In-person 1-hour sessions (at home/local area)
- Tailored guides after each session
- Unlimited WhatsApp/email support
- Training walks (trainer-only sessions)
- One-off recap sessions
- Group social walks
2x sessions/month
The London Dog
- 1-hour in-depth consultation
- Custom training plan
- In-person 1-hour sessions (at home/local area)
- Tailored guides after each session
- Unlimited WhatsApp/email support
- Training walks (trainer-only sessions)
- One-off recap sessions
- Group social walks
4x sessions/month
Online
- 1-hour online consultation
- Custom training plan (digital format)
- Live Zoom coaching sessions
- Online support
- PDF training guides
- Unlimited WhatsApp/email support
- Does not include: training walks or in-person extras
2 or 4 sessions/month via Zoom
Because I want to make sure I can give every client my best, I only offer training to 10 dogs a month. This allows me to focus fully on each dog and their family. No rushed sessions, no cookie-cutter solutions. It’s all about quality over quantity.
These spots can fill up fast and remember, prevention is key! Get in touch now so we can get you and your dog set up for success.
Ready for a better-behaved pup?
Let’s get the ball rolling with a free 15-minute phone chat. Just pick a time below:
Is your dog like Hope the Husky?
Her poor owners would spend hours (I mean it, hours!) trying to get her back on lead after a walk.
They signed on to my London Dog program and here is what they have to say now:
“I did not expect our dog to improve so well and so quickly. Kaitlin is very helpful, gentle and has all the tricks and advice one might need. Hope loved her and is now a more confident and happy dog. Kaitlin’s positive reinforcement is exactly what we were looking for. If she can teach recall to a husky, she can literally do anything! I could not recommend her enough! We will be forever grateful!”
How About Quinny?
She struggles to trust people and would bark and lunge at almost anything when out on a walk.
“Kaitlin is amazing. She had our nervous dog literally eating out of her hands within moments of meeting her. We started out with a 1:1 consultation wherein Kaitlin assessed my dog’s needs. Training walks were recommended to get my dog to where she needs to be. Even after the first walk I could see a noticeable difference in the way she responded to her environment. Kaitlin is knowledgeable, patient, professional and I highly recommend her and Encore Dogs!”
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!
Quick Links
Harness Training: Part 3
My last session with Frances before she had to go back to her puppy raisers!
Proud of her here and hope it brings her one step closer to getting that harness on ❤️
Follow for more training videos and tips! 🐶
#dogtrainingtips #consenthandling #harnesstraining #assistancedogintraining
Mar 5
Welcoming this lovely lot to @puppyschooluk ! 😍
Miley the Bernese
Tilly the Mini Dachshund
Mumfie the Havanese
Reggie the Toy Poodle
Scout the Springer x Cavapoo
Bento the Maltipoo
Cedrick the Bernese
Can’t wait to work with these cuties over the next few weeks 🐶
#puppyschooluk #puppytraining #dogtrainingclasses
Mar 2
Harness Training: Part 2
My second session with Frances the Guide Dog puppy working on getting her used to the harness.
#consenthandling #dogtraining #assistancedog #dogtrainingtips
Feb 23
Harness training part one!
(Full video didn’t post last time so trying again!)
Working with Frances the Guide Dog puppy on harness consent training as she is not a fan at the moment!
#consenttraining #dogtraining #assistancedogs
Feb 19
Real-Time Harness Training: Part 1
Working with Frances the Guide Dog pup to get over her fear of the harness.
#consenthandling #dogharness #dogtrainingtips #assistancedogs
Feb 19
Congrats Grads! 🎓
Our first round of 2026 puppies have made it!
Well done team 🥰
Congrats to:
🐾Echo the Belgian Malinois
🐾Meadow & Maeve the JackChi siblings
🐾Benson Bone the Hungarian Viszla
🐾Rusty the Mini Labradoodle
🐾Louie the Cavalier King Charles
🐾Moose the Flat Coat Retriever (not pictured)
🐾Tallulah the Fox Red Labrador
@lady_andthe_hound
#puppyschooluk #puppytraining #dogtraininglondon #positivetraining
Feb 16
Happy Valentines Day to the dog ❤️
Quotes:
‘Dogs do speak, but only to those who
know how to listen.’ -Orhan Pamuk
‘The greatest pleasure of a dog is that
you may make a fool of yourself with him,
and not only will he not scold you, but he
will make a fool of himself too.’ -Samuel Butler
‘Before you get a dog, you can’t quite
imagine what living with one might be like;
afterward, you can’t imagine living
any other way.’ -Caroline Knapp
‘Because of the dog’s joyfulness,
our own is increased. It is no small gift.’ -Mary Oliver
‘To err is human, to forgive, canine.’ -Unknown
#dogvalentine #dogquotes #positivedogtraining
Video by: @matthill798
Description: Video montage of dog trainer and Border Collie walking around a suburban neighbourhood, doing tricks in a park, and exploring a garden centre
Feb 14
Look at these gorgeous graduates!
Another brilliant group has completed Adolescent Academy. 🎓
I am again, SO proud of how much this bunch has progressed in just 3 weeks.
Congrats to:
🐾Alfie the Goldendoodle
🐾Birdie the Australian Labradoodle @superdogstanley
🐾Coco the Working Cocker
Send a DM if you’re keen to join a group class in #richmonduponthames new classes coming soon! 😊
#dogtrainingLondon #dogtrainingclasses #positivetraining
Feb 9
Enrichment doesn’t have to break the bank! 💸
Try keeping a box of goodies next to your recycling and encourage your dog to have a play.
Follow for more dog-related tips and advice! 🐶
#teatimetrainingtips #dogtrainingtips #dogenrichmentideas
Feb 6
Walked around @kewgardens today
Only barked at the ducks once! 😂
Such a good girl ❤️
Thank you Kew for allowing assistance dogs in training!!
@guidedogsuk
#guidedogintraining #assistancedogtraining #kewgardens
Jan 30
It’s a two-for-one! 👍🏻
(And I’ve got a cuppa so everyone’s happy! ☕️
@guidedogsuk
#socialisationtraining #guidedogtraining #dogtrainingtips
Jan 29
Me? Training chin rest? What a surprise! 😂
Frances has a great chin rest already so I’m slowly starting to incorporate some handling by moving my hand close to her head and toes.
She is SO keen to train and learn. Such a clever pup ❤️
@guidedogsuk
#guidedogpuppy #consenttraining #dogtrainingtips
Jan 26
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