At A1 Dog Training centre, our BIPDT accredited Dog Training facility, we are experts in the training and behaviour of all types of dogs, our principal qualified professional dog trainer, with an advanced diploma in K9 behaviour, 1st aid & nutrition, dog law, & being a qualified instructor with various bonfide organisations such as the BIPDT, ADTB, UKCSD, & a Master trainer with the Guild of dog trainers (GoDT) who specializes in working dogs like security patrol, protection, and detection dogs, to beloved pet and companion dogs. We customize training programs to address a wide range of behavioural & training issues to help all dogs reach their full potential.
Welcome to A1 Dog Training Centre! Members of the British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers. With over 30 years experience, we are dedicated to providing effective and personalized dog training services to help you and your furry friend bond and live happily ever after. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
With over 30 years of operational & practical training experience, our qualified professional dog trainer & instructor has trained dogs of all breeds and sizes including rescue dogs from abroad & from the Defence animal centre at Melton mowbray. We are balanced trainers & use positive reinforcement techniques to teach dogs new behaviours and ensure they are happy and healthy.
Every dog is an individual just like people are, which makes every dog unique and requires a personalized training plan. With our professional dog training, we work with each owner to develop a plan that fits their dog's specific needs and goals.
With an advanced diploma in canine behaviour, & 30 years of practical & operational experience we specialize in addressing behavioral issues such as separation anxiety, aggression, and fear. we work with dogs to overcome their fears and become confident and well-behaved companions
After induction or initial assessment, we offer both group classes and private sessions to accommodate all types of training needs. Whether you want to train your dog in a group or one-on-one, or you want to train advanced disciplines or for your dog to simply be a well balanced family companion, we have a solution for you.
Our puppy training programme is designed to help your new furry friend learn the basic commands and socialization skills they need to thrive. We use positive reinforcement techniques that make training fun and rewarding for your puppy.
Our obedience training programme is perfect for dogs of all ages and breeds. We'll work with you and your dog to teach them basic obedience commands like sit, stay, and come. Our training methods are effective and gentle, so your dog will learn quickly without any stress or frustration.
Agility training is a fun and exciting way to challenge your dog both mentally and physically. While we do not do competitive agility, we concentrate on service dog agility, Our agility sessions are designed to help your dog build confidence, improve their coordination, and learn new skills. Whether you're looking for a new hobby or want to compete, we can help!
If your dog is struggling with behavioral issues like aggression, anxiety, or fear, our behavioral training programme can help. From counter conditioning to behaviour adjustment training, or growl classes, we'll work with you and your dog to identify the underlying cause of their behaviour and develop a plan to address it. Our goal is to help your dog feel happy and confident in any situation.
If you're looking for one-on-one training for your dog, our private training sessions are perfect for you. We'll work with you and your dog to address any specific training needs you have. Whether you're dealing with a difficult behaviour or just want to improve your dog's obedience, we can help!
Our group classes are a fun and social way to train your dog. We offer classes for all levels, from puppy training to advanced obedience. You'll get to meet other dog owners and learn from our experienced trainers. Plus, your dog will get the benefit of socialization with other dogs.
Our principal trainer has an instructors diploma with the UKCSD, our scent training sessions & courses are based in behaviour & science again using conditioning to get the very best from your canine companion & are designed to help stimulate any dog to achieve great results. We use positive reinforcement techniques that make training fun and rewarding. For those working their dogs in a professional capacity we have many scenario based venues for you & your dog to practice on, from stooges & office blocks or workshops to yards & open land.
Our tracking training sessions & courses will not only help you stimulate & engage your canine companion but it will enhance a natural trait & ability within them regardless of whether its as a fun pastime or as part of their work, its perfect for dogs of all ages and breeds. Our training methods are effective and gentle, so your dog will learn quickly without any stress or frustration. For those working their dogs we have lots of scenario areas to work on to enable you & your dog to practice to your hearts desire.
There are many trainers out there that profess to be able to train dogs in protection work, well its not the case, at A1 dog training centre we use the same or similar methods that we use to teach other skills, its done through play! again it is based in science & behaviour, it all starts with genetics & temperament, not all dogs, even some working or guardian breeds are able to make the grade, & sports training & service dog training are not the same, don`t let anyone tell you any different, once we`ve established that your dog would be a suitable candidate we will then assess & set out a tailored training programe.
Most of those requiring a decoy or helper often use someone who is unqualified, or does not understand canine behaviour or how to simply get the most from your dog, they treat it as a competition instead of a partnership, they also fail to see that service dog decoy & sports dog decoy work or not the same. Our principal decoy & instructor has a L3 qualification (Highfield) in service dog decoy & is able to cater for all disciplines, so from the suitability of a dog, to drives & drive switching, to bite plans, the predatory cycle, to combat aggression & its use, we'll work with you and your dog to identify and develop a plan to enhance your dogs performance. Our goal is to help your dog feel happy and confident in any situation. We also hold courses to teach others the same.
We are able to offer dog & handler team training & qualification through the British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers (BIPDT) at Levels 1 & 2. These are a mixture of Verbal, practical & written tests & exams so that by the time you qualify you will be competent & confident enough to be able to work anywhere as a GP security patrol dog handler, alternatively, for those simply looking to enhance their qualification portfolio or for continuation training then we can cater for that too, If you're looking for one-on-one training for your dog, our private training sessions are perfect for you. We'll work with you and your dog to address any specific training needs you have. Whether you're dealing with a difficult behaviour or just want to improve your dog's obedience, we can help!
Our CT sessions are normally on a 121 basis, so regardless of whats required the time at the centre with an instructor is yours, each session (group or individual) is designed & developed with you & your dog(s) in mind, everything & anything that you require are covered in a systematic easily digestible manner so that you can go away & practice with ease, from diet & nutrition, to welfare & first aid, to dog law, standards & legislation, agility, nose work, to advanced obedience & much more. You'll get to learn from our experienced trainers who have many years hands on experience.
In the early 1990’s BIPDT decided to provide a set of basic dog handling tests that could be used by clubs as a structure for building their classes around. Jacqui O’Brien was instrumental in formulating the various tests that would be on offer, leading to either a Gold, Silver or Bronze award. BIPDT were approached by the Kennel Club to help them produce something similar (exercises not the same), deciding that the take-up would be higher through the KC, BIPDT placed our set of tests into abeyance. BIPDT helped the Kennel Club to launch their series of tests at Crufts and were involved in the Kennel Club Good Citizens stand for several years. Several of the Institute personnel were approached to help commentate, one of whom could be heard for many years in the Good Citizens ring. In 1997, we decided to resurrect the National Codes. We gained sponsorship and limited the Code to BIPDT registered clubs. & centres. In 2013, we decided to open the National Codes to any club, organisation or individual who wished to run it.
In 2014 we developed a Code specifically for those who wish to progress with Agility, known as the National Agility Code.
The National Pet Code is compiled of three certificates which must be taken in order; Bronze, Silver and Gold;
BRONZE
aimed at the Pet Dog Owner who is just starting to train their dog;
SILVER
for those wishing to progress from the basic course and to give a purpose to continued training; and
GOLD
Is for the dedicated club member.
The British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers, qualifications for you & your dog
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Saturday morning classes: must be booked, £15 each dogs must be social, inoculated & micro chipped
09.30 to 10. 30 puppy training & socialization.
11.00 to 12.00 6 to 12 month training
12.30 to 13.30 all other dogs.
