Looking For Dog or Puppy Training in Cheltenham...?
Contact Joyful Dogs! We only use positive reinforcement training techniques so you can enjoy training your dog or puppy – without force or fear. In fact we specialise in helping humans speak dog! The result? A calmer, more harmonious partnership with your dog. Joy Knowles is the founder of the business and Head Trainer, and she is joined by Helen and Katie who are also experienced Dog Trainers. Find out more here
Joyful Dogs offers 1-2-1 training for dogs and puppies, as well as group classes for puppies and adolescents and a specialist service for reactive dogs "Solo Training Walks."
Puppy Training
You've got a new puppy! Has your world been turned upside down?! Puppies are always learning and we’ll help you make sure your pup learns the right way to behave in different situations. Choose either 121 training sessions or group classes … or perhaps both! Common puppy training topics include:
The result? A puppy you can enjoy sharing your home and your life with.
Why Choose Group Classes?
Our Puppy Starters courses have a maximum of 6 puppies and a fun, friendly atmosphere. They’re the perfect, low-cost option to start your puppy’s training. The syllabus covers all the basics and the course consists of 6 x 1hr lessons. Book Your Class Here!
FREE Training Tips – we’re so keen to help you train your dog or pup, we even give free training advice! Find out how to solve all sorts of unwanted dog behaviours here
1-2-1 Dog Training
As dogs grow up, new training challenges arise: Maybe your dog has developed 'selective hearing'! If your dog’s bad habits make you blush, Joyful Dogs will help you get things back on track via bespoke 121 Dog Training Sessions. Common behaviour training topics include:
The result? A dog you feel proud of and is welcomed anywhere.
Why Choose 1-2-1 Training Sessions?
121 training means we can tailor the sessions precisely to your dog or puppy’s particular needs. It also means your dog or puppy can be trained in ‘real life’ situations for example at home or where you walk. And because it’s 121 you can ask as many questions as you like! Book Your 121 Training HERE!
Reactive Dog Training
We understand that supporting and training a reactive or anxious dog requires a huge amount of time and effort. If you’re short on time, let us help. Our Solo Training Walks mean we train your dog for you - you don’t need to be there. You can get on with your day or enjoy a well-deserved break while we help your dog with, for example:
Rescue Dog Training
Rescue dogs are special! They sometimes need a little extra help adjusting to their new life with you. Training is a wonderful way to help your rescue dog settle in and become your perfect canine companion. Joyful Dogs will show you how to train your rescue dog to adapt to a new life and build a loving relationship with you. Choose either 1:1 training sessions or group classes.
