Your home or ours...
We want your dog to feel comfortable and get the most from their dog training...
First Session Overview
Ideally, the first session takes place at our location. While we engage in conversation and get to know the humans, we appear to ignore the dog; however, we are actually observing while remaining uninvolved. This approach allows the dog to communicate their story in their own way.
This process is a three-way journey, where both the dogs and their humans share what they need from us. Together, we determine the necessary steps to improve behaviour and strengthen the relationship.
Who We Want to Work With
We seek committed owners who are dedicated to seeing the process through to success. This requires time, effort, and a willingness to adapt their own behaviour. Our ideal clients are those who take responsibility for both past actions and future progress.
What You Can Expect from Us
We will support you in every way possible throughout this journey. As fellow dog lovers, we do not categorise behaviour as "good" or "bad"—instead, we focus on what is desirable or undesirable in a given context.
With personal experience in handling challenging dog behaviour, we empathise with your situation. Our goal is to help you understand your dog's perspective and teach you positive techniques to shape their behaviour, making them the companion you desire.
Our Promise
We provide honest assessments. If we believe that certain expectations cannot be met, we will communicate that openly and honestly.
Home Visit Policy
A call-out charge applies for home visits.
Cancellation Policy
Once an appointment is booked, that time is reserved exclusively for you. If you cancel your appointment with less than 48 hours' notice, a cancellation fee of 50% of your session fee will apply. For cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice, the full session fee will be due.
To avoid cancellation fees, please provide notice at least 48 hours prior to your appointment.
You can cancel or reschedule your appointment by emailing us at avril@thedogcalmer.com or by calling/texting 07505277374.
Some typical issues that can be covered in a one-to-one session.
Pulling on the lead
Chewing and home wrecking
Play biting
Dog to dog aggression
Dog to people aggression
Barking
Excitable behaviour
Grooming advice
Jumping up
Toilet training
Introducing a new baby
Introducing a new pet
Dog food and feeding
All aspects of puppy care
Our Dog Trainers
Avril
£90 per hour for one-to-one
Avril Munson is a clinical dog behaviourist and author at The Dog Calmer. With a wealth of experience, she has had the privilege of working alongside some of the UK's leading dog trainers, as well as organisations like the RSPCA and The Central School of Dog Training. Avril has also shared her expertise as a regular guest on BBC local radio, helping dog owners better understand their canine companions.
Caroline
£70 per hour for one-to-one
Caroline has always been an animal lover, with a special passion for dogs and horses. Her journey into dog training began over 18 years ago with her second dog, a spirited Jack Russell Terrier named Fringie. Eager to give Fringie the best start, she enrolled in local obedience classes—where she first met Avril, the trainer who would inspire her path forward.
What To Expect On Your First One-To-One Dog Training Class
We will make an assessment and formulate an action plan.
The number of sessions required depends on your dog's behaviour and learning speed. Some issues can be resolved in just one or two sessions, while more challenging behaviours may require six or more.
Our experience shows that progress depends on how quickly both you and your dog learn. Moving too slowly can be just as unhelpful as moving too fast, so we tailor our approach to what works best for you both.
Home visits are available when needed but come with an additional fee. We typically recommend that the first session takes place at our premises to maximise efficiency. If a home visit is necessary, we’ll plan ahead to ensure we make the most of our time.
The first step is establishing the new behaviour, but long-term success depends on a solid management plan to reinforce and maintain progress!
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