Welcome to My Dog Activities, Training & Behaviour
We work with dogs & their owners, 7 days per week at our training barn & secure training paddock in
Adisham,
Nr Canterbury, Kent.
We believe that training and behaviour go hand in hand. Every interaction shapes how our dogs feel and respond, so their emotional wellbeing is always at the heart of what we do.
Our approach is holistic and dog‑centred, using positive reinforcement training — a gentle, science‑based method that encourages dogs to learn through reward and praise. By focusing on what your dog does right, we build trust, confidence, and a strong bond between you both.
Alongside our ongoing study in canine behaviour and training, we also hold recognised teaching qualifications, helping us support both you and your dog effectively.
We offer a variety of fun, enriching activities for you and your dog to enjoy together, from scentwork and hoopers to swimming and more.
Activities, Training and Behaviour options that we offer…..
Group training is suitable for dogs who are generally comfortable around other dogs and people. However, for some dogs, group sessions can be a stressful experience. Dogs that present as anxious, easily overwhelmed, highly excitable, or who bark or lunge at others, alternative training options may be more suitable
ALL ATTENDING DOGS MUST BE VACCINATED AND NOT IN SEASON
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ALL ATTENDING DOGS MUST BE VACCINATED AND NOT IN SEASON -
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We offer a range of individual training sessions tailored to suit you and your dog. These can include general training, fun activities, or focused work on specific behaviour challenges, depending on your goals and your dog’s needs.
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Once your puppy has completed their vaccinations and is ready to explore the world, they can join our 8‑week Puppy Course — a mix of fun, informative, and social sessions designed to give you both the best start together.
The course runs for 8 weeks (4 weeks + 1‑week break + 4 weeks) and focuses on helping you and your puppy build confidence, good manners, and positive life skills. We carefully manage all puppy interactions to ensure everyone has safe and positive experiences throughout.
Each session covers practical training, socialisation guidance, and essential behaviours to help your puppy grow into a happy, well‑adjusted companion.
Most suitable for puppies aged from their second vaccination up to around 16 weeks at the start of the course.
COST:
ÂŁ120 total (ÂŁ60 on booking, ÂŁ60 at week 4)
DURATION:
1 hour per week for
4 weeks, then
1‑week break, then
4 weeks
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Designed specially for adolescent dogs, this course is also perfect for dogs new to training. Over 12 weeks, you’ll learn practical skills that support you through the challenges of adolescence while building a strong relationship with your dog.
Each 1‑hour weekly session focuses on essential behaviours such as recall, lead walking, calmness, focus, settling, and — most importantly — having fun and enjoying your dog.
The course is suitable for any dog aged 5 months or older, with no upper age limit for owners wanting to work on these topics. You’ll also receive lifetime access to the online version of the course, which includes extra training materials and resources to support your learning.
Most suitable for: Adolescent dogs, or any dog over 5 months who is new to training and needs to work on loose lead walking, recall, calmness, and focus.
COST:
ÂŁ164 total (payable in two instalments of ÂŁ82 per 6 weeks)
DURATION:
1 hour per week for 12 weeks
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We offer two foundation courses designed to help you continue developing your dog’s skills and confidence while having fun together.
Foundation 1 – Technical & Tricks
Learn the technical aspects of training your dog alongside a variety of fun tricks and exercises that build strong foundations for future training.
Foundation 2 – Lifekills & Activities
Build on your existing skills and explore a range of lifeskills and enjoyable activities. Topics include:
Loose lead walking and recall refreshers
A variety of fun tricks
Basic agility equipment
Introduction to sniffwork games
Impulse control exercises
Handling and vet‑check basics
Polite play and toy manners
Everyday skills to make life with your dog easier
Each course runs for 12 weeks over two 6‑week blocks, with 1‑hour sessions each week.
Most suitable for: Dogs who have completed the Adolescent Dog Course, or dogs of any age that already have some loose lead and recall skills and are comfortable around other dogs.
COST:
ÂŁ144 total (payable in two instalments of ÂŁ72 per 6 weeks)
DURATION:
1 hour per week for
12 weeks
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We offer two novice courses that follow on from our foundation courses.
Novice 1 – Technical & Tricks
Expand your technical skills and learn a new range of more advanced tricks, building on the foundations you’ve already developed.Novice 2 – Lifeskills & Activities
Continue developing your skills while introducing new lifeskills and fun activities to keep your training varied and engaging.Each course runs for 12 weeks over two 6‑week blocks, with 1‑hour sessions each week.
Most suitable for: Dogs who have completed the Foundation Courses and are ready to progress their training further.
COST:
ÂŁ144 total (payable in two instalments of ÂŁ72 per 6 weeks)DURATION:
1 hour per week for
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We offer two intermediate courses that follow on from our novice courses.
Intermediate 1 – Technical & Tricks
Expand your technical skills and learn a new range of more advanced tricks, building on everything you’ve covered in the novice courses.Intermediate 2 – Lifeskills & Activities
Continue developing your skills while introducing new lifeskills and activities, building on your existing training and knowledge.Each course runs for 10 weeks over two 5‑week blocks (with a 2‑week break in the middle), with 1‑hour sessions each week.
Most suitable for: Dogs who have completed the Novice Courses and are ready to progress their training further.
COST:
ÂŁ120 total (payable in two instalments of ÂŁ60 per 5 weeks)DURATION:
1 hour per week for
5 weeks then
2‑week break then
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We offer two advanced courses that follow on from our intermediate courses.
Advanced 1 – Technical & Tricks
Expand your technical skills and learn a new range of more advanced tricks, building on everything you’ve developed in the intermediate courses.Advanced 2 – Lifeskills & Activities
Continue expanding your skills while introducing new lifeskills and fun activities designed to challenge and engage both you and your dog.Each course runs for 10 weeks over two 5‑week blocks (with a 2‑week break in the middle), with 1‑hour sessions each week.
Most suitable for: Dogs who have completed the Intermediate Courses and are ready to progress their training further.
COST:
ÂŁ120 total (payable in two instalments of ÂŁ60 per 5 weeks)DURATION:
1 hour per week for
5 weeks then
2‑week break then
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We offer two expert courses that follow on from our advanced courses.
Expert 1 – Technical & Tricks
Expand your technical skills and learn a new range of more advanced tricks, building on everything you’ve achieved in the advanced courses.Expert 2 – Lifeskills & Activities
Continue developing your skills while introducing new lifeskills and engaging activities designed to challenge and enhance your partnership with your dog.Each course runs for 10 weeks over two 5‑week blocks (with a 2‑week break in the middle), with 1‑hour sessions each week. The course also includes online access for additional learning and support.
Most suitable for: Dogs who have completed the Advanced Courses and are ready to progress their training even further.
COST:
ÂŁ120 total (payable in two instalments of ÂŁ60 per 5 weeks)DURATION:
1 hour per week for
5 weeks then
2‑week break then
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A fun and varied 6‑week course designed for those who’ve already done a little training and want to explore new skills and activities with their dog.
Each 1‑hour session includes a mix of obedience, confidence exercises, fun tricks, and real‑world training challenges, helping you and your dog strengthen teamwork and add variety to your training routine.
Suitable for friendly, non‑reactive dogs of all breeds and abilities, this course keeps things fresh and motivating each week.
£72 for 6 weeks – a great way to build on your foundation and keep your dog’s brain (and tail!) happily engaged.
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Dogs & Kids: Holiday Fun Sessions!
A lively, hands‑on session for children aged 7 and over to enjoy with their dogs during the school holidays.
Each 50‑minute session is packed with fun games, trick training, and mixed behaviour activities, helping kids build confidence and strengthen their bond with their dog in a friendly, positive atmosphere.
Adults must attend and stay with their child throughout. For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, dogs should be non‑reactive and comfortable around others.
£15 per session – book as many dates as you like with no course commitment required. Join in the fun whenever it suits you!
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Ad hoc, stand‑alone sessions open to dogs who are non‑reactive, not easily overwhelmed, and comfortable around others.
These sessions are ideal between courses, for those who can’t commit to a full course, or if you simply want a relaxed and enjoyable hour out with your dog.
Each session is planned around the dogs attending, with a mix of random training exercises and any specific requests you may have.
Groups are limited to 6 dogs.
COST:
ÂŁ12DURATION:
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This is a running group for complete beginners, ideal for people who have never run before and want something fun and exciting to do with their dog while improving their fitness.
We build up gradually at a pace that works for you, working towards a Couch to 5K goal.
We have some kit available to borrow for the sessions.
Please note: For the safety and well‑being of your dog, they must be fully mature before participating. This typically means at least 12–18 months old, depending on the breed. If you’re unsure, consult your veterinarian before starting.
COST:
ÂŁ120 total (payable in two instalments of ÂŁ60 per 5 weeks)DURATION:
50 minutes per week for
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Canitrek combines brisk walking with Canicross kit.
Over six weeks, we’ll gradually increase our pace and endurance on walks, ensuring a safe and supportive experience for all.
We have some kit available to borrow for the sessions.
Please note: For the safety and well‑being of your dog, they must be fully mature before participating. This typically means at least 12–18 months old, depending on the breed. If you’re unsure, consult your veterinarian before starting.
COST:
ÂŁ60 totalDURATION:
50 minutes per week for
4 weeks then
1‑week break then
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This group takes our training and skills out into the real world to practice in everyday environments.
Sessions focus on applying what you’ve learned in practical, real‑life situations to build confidence and reliability.
Perfect for dogs and owners who want to test their skills away from the training venue.
COST:
ÂŁ72 totalDURATION:
50 minutes per week for
4 weeks then
1‑week break then
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UK Scent Sport – Beginners
This course introduces you and your dog to the exciting world of scent detection.
You’ll learn the foundations of UK Scent Sport, starting with teaching your dog to search for a specific scent using Kong.
We’ll then progress to the Match game, where your dog learns to identify and match a completely new scent, building their problem‑solving skills and confidence.
Finally, we introduce a fun catnip retrieve to develop drive and focus.
COST:
ÂŁ120 totalDURATION:
1 hour per week for
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UK Scent Sport – Trail I.D. (Beginners)
This course introduces you and your dog to the thrill of following scent trails.
You’ll learn the foundations of Trail Identification, where your dog is taught to recognise and follow a person’s individual scent along a track.
This is similar to mantrailing and tracking, but tailored to the UK Scent Sport framework.
Perfect for beginners, this course builds your dog’s focus, confidence, and teamwork skills while giving them a fun and rewarding job to do.
COST:
ÂŁ80DURATION:
1 hour per week for
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Perfect Fit Harness Fitting Service
I offer a professional fitting service for the Perfect Fit Harness, which costs ÂŁ10 per session.
I use these harnesses on my own dogs and highly recommend them to owners.
Key benefits include:
Modular design for a secure and snug fit on almost any size and shape of dog
Easy to clip around the dog’s neck — no need to put over the head
Adjustable in up to 5 different places
Each piece can be replaced individually as needed
Front piece includes an additional D‑ring for use with a double‑ended lead
Safe for amputee dogs
Difficult for even the most determined escape artists to get out ofCalming for excitable dogs
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We have access to a fantastic dedicated dog swimming pool available for hire, courtesy of our site partners. Open from April to October (weather permitting), this is the perfect way to give your dog safe, fun exercise and rehabilitation.
Adults over 18 are welcome to swim alongside their dogs for bonding and supervision.
The spacious pool measures 32ft x 16ft (9.6m x 4.6m) — plenty of room for your dog to swim, play, and enjoy the water.