Group Training
Neutral Training Walks
What is a neutral walk?
A neutral walk is guided group walk with owners and their dogs, all on lead, designed to encourage dogs to be calm and neutral in new environments around other dogs
What if my dog is a handful?
Not to worry we are here to help. Sophie is fully qualified dog trainer who has helped owners handle all kinds of challenging behaviours. Sophie will be there to give advice and demonstrate methods throughout the walk. Lesley-Anne is a qualified hill and moorland leader and a dog walker with experience with reactive, high energy, large breed and young dogs. Lesley-Anne is skilled in navigation and will be leading the walk through safe, manageable terrain in quiet locations.
What if my dog isn’t social?
Then these walks are perfect for you. All dogs will be given a safe space to enjoy their walk. We will always give owners time to manage their dogs at their own space. This is an opportunity to provide your dog positive exposure to other dogs without overwhelming them
Group Settle Sessions
What is a Settle Session?
A settle session is a chance to work on your dog chilling around distractions. We will start with a short neutral walk to help dogs relax. Then we will all settle into a beer garden, with tea and coffee provided. This is a great opportunity to work on settle training in public spaces and a chance to talk to Sophie about any challenges you are facing with your dog.
What if my dog isn’t social?
Then these walks are perfect for you. All dogs will be given a safe space to enjoy their time out. We will always give owners time to manage their dogs at their own space. This is an opportunity to provide your dog positive exposure to other dogs without overwhelming them
Neutral Pack Hikes
What is the difference between a Neutral Training Walk and a Pack Hike?
Neutral Training Walks are shorter, more focused walks designed to help owners work on their engagement and handling skills throughout the entire walk. The goal is to help owners work towards a calmer more enjoyable life walking their dogs. These walks will always be local to Cheltenham/Gloucester to reduce driving distances and will always be on easy, flat terrain with no obstructions.
Neutral Pack Hikes are for those who want to get a little more adventurous. We will travel further away in search of stunning scenery. The routes may be slightly trickier with some hills, rougher terrain, styles/crossings. The same expert advice will be on hand to help every step of the way and these are a perfect opportunity to put into practice everything you have learnt on the training walks.