Welcome to Positive Exposure Dog Training and Behaviour
At Positive Exposure Dog Training and Behaviour, we believe in training your dog using positive reinforcement techniques to create a strong and lasting bond. Our methods focus on ethical and humane training, ensuring a happy and well-behaved companion for life.
Puppy Foundation Training classes
Our puppy training program focuses on socialisation, and setting the foundation for a well-behaved and confident adult dog. run over 6 weeks, with a graduation on week 6.
We cover everything you need to set your puppy up for the best start in life and the future.
What will you learn?
Vital socialisation skills
Recall
Basic obedience - sit, stand, down, stay/wait
Preparing for vet visits/handling
Heel work - walking nicely on the lead
Name recognition
Biting/mouthing and chewing advice
Jumping up and how to prevent it
Toileting concerns
How to prevent separation anxiety
Includes weekly handouts which recap on what has been learnt in the lesson and give you an opportunity to practise at home.
Lots of important information on puppy deadlines for learning, fear periods and socialisation periods/checklists so you can keep a record of your progress.
How to socialise your puppy safely and effectively.
Enrichment ideas and lots more....
Who is it suitable for?
It is suitable for puppies up to the age of 6 months old
Maximum of 6 puppies per class
Facilities
Designated toilet area for puppies
Toilets for owners
Water/bowl for puppies
Disabled access
Parking
Secure building
Where, when and cost?
Horncastle Methodist Church,
Queen Street,
Horncastle LN9 6BD
Wednesday 6-7pm
£140 for 6 weekly sessions
Terms and conditions -
Please note all bookings are payable in advance to secure your place. If we do not receive payment on or before 2 weeks of the start date, the place will be offered to someone else. If you are unable to attend a session, 24 hours notice is required, we will then book you on to another applicable session at a later date. If we do not receive 24 hours notice, unfortunately you will lose that session. If you are unable to start the course on the chosen date for any reason (once payment has been received) a credit will be given to start the next available course and you will be transferred on to that course. NOTE we do not offer refunds
Obedience Training
Aims to teach your dog essential commands and good manners, ensuring a harmonious relationship at home and in public settings.
We cover every level - Basic through to Advanced
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What will you learn?
Essential socialisation skills
Basic obedience in a low level distraction environment - sit, down, stand, stay/wait, middle, side
Recall with minimal distractions
Leave it and food manners
Heel work - walking nicely on the lead
Name recognition
Over excitement and introducing calm
Jumping up and how to prevent it
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Essential socialisation skills and how to ignore distractions
Advanced obedience in a distracting environment - sit, down, stand, stay/wait, middle, side
Recall, introducing distractions
Leave it, food manners
Advanced Heel work - walking nicely on the lead with distractions
Name recognition in busy environments
Over excitement, introducing calm and the art of doing nothing
Door etiquette - teaching your dog to walk nicely through the door with no rushing or pulling
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Essential socialisation skills and how to ignore distractions with reliable manners in every situation
Door/boundary etiquette
Advanced obedience in a distracting environment - sit, down, stand, stay/wait, middle, side - enhancing on distance, distractions and duration
Recall and blind recall - introducing distractions
Automatic STOP
Leave it, food manners with eye contact
Advanced Heel work - walking nicely on the lead with distractions, incorporating impulse control and patience
Name recognition in busy environments
Over excitement, introducing calm and the art of doing nothing
Door etiquette - teaching your dog to walk nicely through the door with no rushing or pulling - includes distractions
Who is it suitable for?
Suitable for dogs 6 months and beyond, puppies/dogs who have completed the puppy foundation, or any dog who already has a good concept of obedience and wishes to expand on this.
When and where?
Various locations/days/times
Please call or WhatsApp for more details
Cost
£80 for 6 weekly sessions (payable on booking)
Terms and conditions -
If you are unable to attend a session, 24 hours notice is required, we will then book you on to another applicable session at a later date at your convenience. If we do not receive 24 hours notice, unfortunately you will lose that session. NOTE if you choose to no longer attend the sessions with your dog, for any reason we do not offer refunds, however, we will credit you the outstanding balance to be used within 12 months on any other course/session
1-2-1 Behavioural Consultation
Addresses specific issues, providing tailored solutions to improve your dog's behaviour and well-being.
We do home visits, this ensures that we can gain a full understanding of what struggles you and your dog may be having in their .
We can help you gain essential skills to help improve your life with and for your dog.
We offer lots of essential advice and 1-2-1 training in appropriate scenarios. We never push your dog beyond their limit and always use up to date training methods, incorporating positive associations and training.
What can we help with?
Reactivity on/off lead
Recall
Heel walking - pulling on the lead
Separation Anxiety
Toileting
Crate Training
Excessive Barking
Jumping up
Stealing food
Resource Guarding
Aggression
Fear
Anxiety
Manners around food
Manners around children
Introducing your dog to new members of the family
And lots more...........
All of our 1-2-1 sessions are a minimum of 1 hour long
Cost from
£44 per session
Terms and Conditions
All payments are to be made a minimum of 24 hours to secure your place. If we have not received payment before that time the session will be cancelled without notice. We have a waiting list of people requiring these sessions and priority will always be given to people who have booked and paid.
If you are unable to attend a session for any reason, 24 hours notice will be required and a credit made to your account. If you do not give 24 hours notice of cancellation, the session will be lost and no refund/credit will be given
Frequently Asked Questions
“I couldn't be happier with the results of the training sessions. My dog has become more obedient and joyful, all thanks to the positive reinforcement techniques used by Positive Exposure Dog Training and Behaviour.”
— Sarah Williams
Contact us
Get in touch with us for expert dog training and behaviour solutions.
Location
positiveexposuredogtrainingandbehaviour.co.uk
Covering a 30 mile radius of Horncastle, Lincolnshire including Lincoln, Sleaford, Mablethorpe, Skegness, Grimsby, Grantham, Alford, Market Rasen, Louth and many more!!
About us
Positive Exposure Dog Training and Behaviour is dedicated to providing positive reinforcement-based training and behaviour modification for dogs of all ages and breeds. Our team of certified trainers focuses on building trust and communication between dogs and their owners, resulting in a harmonious and mutually respectful relationship.
Terms and Conditions - All 1-2-1 sessions/workshops/puppy and obedience classes are payable in full before session start time. Payment to be made upon receipt of invoice. No refunds will be given for missed appointments/late cancellations (24 hours notice required from time of session)
No refunds for any workshops booked and paid for
Social walks can be paid by either cash or bank transfer, 24 hour notice required to book on any walk.
Fully Insured
Canine First Aid Trained
Certified Dog Trainer
Specialist Gundog Trainer
Member of The Association of Pet Dog Owners Professional Guild
Extensive CPD - scent work, recall, behaviour, lead walking, reactivity, enrichment, building bonds
(Certificates available upon request)
(Refund Policy - Please note we do not offer refunds, instead you will be offered a credit to your account for future training. The credit applied will be held on to your account for 1 year, after which it will expire. No reminders will be given to individual clients)