07986 632851 rizia@pentlandsdogtraining.co.uk
07986 632851 rizia@pentlandsdogtraining.co.uk
I am a fully accredited training member of the following Dog Training and Behaviour Associations.
I have attended regular seminars, workshops, and courses for CPD. I honestly have too many to list here. There is always something new to discover about our canine partners and how they learn. If my thirst for new knowledge about dogs and dog training ever stops, then I’ll know it’s time to retire gracefully
Yes we do. Puppy classes, specialist classes and workshops all take place in purpose built, on-site school which has both indoor and secure outdoor facilities. Check social media for our classes and events.
For classes other than Puppy training classes we do not take dogs who display reactivity towards dogs or people, dogs who bark excessively or extremely fearful/anxious dogs.
We can still help though, so please contact us to discuss a private consultation to help and support you in a way that causes least stress to your dog.
Our private consultations take place on site in both our school, our out-door facilities and the surrounding area
Residential training is something we will definitely be offering in the near future. We are working on renovating the present kennels into luxury accommodation for dogs who will stay for training. If you are interested, drop us an email and we will keep you up to date.
Yes we do. I have had a long association with local rescues and have adopted and fostered dogs myself. One of my dogs, Scorch, was 4 when he came to live with us and is now 6.
I also spent a year in South Asia volunteering with a charity that worked with street dogs. It has given me a wonderful insight into how these dogs adapt in their new homes and the steps along the way.
I have a varied grounding in dog training and can cover a wide area of issues.
I am qualified and experienced in most aspects and cover the following;
Reactivity towards dogs, Predatory Chase, Recall, Rescues (UK and foreign), Anxious/Fearful dogs and more general training such as pulling on the lead, excessive barking, jumping up, not listening to you, running off to see other dogs and problems that arise during adolescence.
Yes. In my experience, any behaviour does not occur in isolation. I always take a holistic approach as most issues are connected. We work on an individual programme in which your priorities will be our goal and come to a solution that will benefit you and your dog the most.
That depends on what you want to work on. For a brush up on skills it may take 1 or 2 sessions. For others we have 6 and 10 week programmes. It’s impossible to give an approximate length of time as there are so many variables…the dog, how much time you have to devote to training, how deep seated the problem is and what it is.
The best way to find out is to contact us to tell us about your dog in more detail and what you hope to achieve.
We have a spacious school for indoor training, and plenty of outside space in a safe, fenced environment so we can train in all weathers.
There is secure parking right next to the indoor training facility.
For Puppy classes 12 weeks.
For 121s there is no age limit. You can come the day you get your puppy. Our school is a safe environment for pups.
For classes we have 1 dog to 1 handler as its difficult for one person to manage multiple dogs in a class environment and neither will get the most out of it.
For private consultations, it depends on the issue. Please contact us for more info.
Dog/human aggression. Please contact a qualified Clinical Behaviourist. Your vet will be able to advise, and you may be able to claim on your insurance.
Separation anxiety …Separation anxiety can consist of many layers and it is imperative that a professional with extensive knowledge and practice deal with it.
There are now behaviourists who specialise in Separation Anxiety. Most use Zoom which gives you a wider choice of practitioner.
You can search for a registered practitioner on the ABTC website.
Prevention is better than a cure. Positive training builds a positive relationship
If this is your 1st dog or it’s been a while since you brought a new dog into your home, you will find dog training has changed beyond recognition. The type of training we do here at Pentlands Dog Training is not just basic obedience such as Sit, Down, Come etc. We show you the very important day to day things that will make your lives easier and more enjoyable…eg, preparing your dog to be confident and comfortable at the vets, groomers, dog walkers, in transport, how to chill at home in a café or friend’s house, how to keep your dog’s attention, ask them to leave things etc.
You will benefit from professional tips and tricks picked up over the years and sound advice based on years of experience on how to avoid problems in the future by guiding your dog in the right direction now.
Having a dog that understands what you are asking of them gives you both the freedom and ability to do so many more things together.
All this is done by reward based training that enhances your bond together. The special relationship between you and your dog will last for their lifetime and like all great relationships, it involves trust, learning and growing together and a little bit of work on both sides.
If you need help with behavioural problems, a good positive trainer will help you with a kind approach to achieve a solution. It’s best to seek help early but a qualified and competent professional on board at any point is better than none.
My goal is to create a positive relationship between you and your dog, based at all times on kindness and mutual understanding.
Our classes are 4 dogs maximum to ensure a calm and attentive atmosphere where both our clients and dogs can flourish.
Our 121s are tailored to your priorities, needs and lifestyle to make your journey with us doable, enjoyable and productive.
Classes and 121s are held at our fully enclosed venue where we have a new indoor school and secure outdoor spaces.
We use Zoom as part of our dog development programmes and can also use some other platforms that may be more convenient to you.
Please see our cancellation policy in the Terms and Conditions, Section 4.
If you are going to be late for a session you should let us know as soon as possible. We will try to be accommodating but we cannot guarantee we will be able to extend the session for longer than planned finish time.
Under the Consumer Rights Act you can cancel your service within a cancellation period of 14 days starting the day after the day the invoice has been paid. If you wish to cancel please inform us with no delay via email. Should you cancel within the cancellation period, we will provide a full refund within 14 days starting the day after the day you notified us with your intention to cancel. The refund will be made using the same method used for payment.
If you wish for the service to start within the cancellation period, you must make an express request. By requesting for your service to start within the cancellation period you understand, agree and acknowledge that:
Subject to your statutory rights of cancellation, if you wish to cancel the service, we reserve the right to retain full payment if notice of cancellation is received less than 7 days prior the beginning of the first session. If notice of cancellation is received more than 7 days prior to the beginning of the first session, we reserve the right to retain a £20 admin fee and the cost for any services and materials you might have already received.
If you need to reschedule a session, you must notify us at least 48 hours in advance. If you notify us with less than 48 hours in advance your session will be lost, however we will take any exceptional circumstances into account and we might offer you to reschedule the session at no extra cost at our discretion.
If you are going to be late for a session you should let us know as soon as possible. We will try to be accommodating but we cannot guarantee we will be able to lead the session for longer than planned.
All the sessions of a 4-week programme must be booked within 8 weeks from the first session. No refunds will be issued if the client decides not to book all the sessions included in the programme sold.
All the sessions of a 8-week programme must be booked within 16 weeks from the first session. No refunds will be issued if the client decides not to book all the sessions included in the programme sold. Although we reserve the right to cancel a session at short notice, we will ensure to give as much notice as possible and we will reschedule the session with no extra charge.
Both parties have the right to terminate their part in the programme should either party become disruptive or difficult to work with. This will require an end of contract signing.
Pentlands Dog Training is fully insured