Dog Training Tynemouth | Dog Trainer in Tynemouth
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How Can We Help in Tynemouth?
Top-rated puppy and dog training serving Tynemouth and surrounding areas.

One to One Adult Dog Training
I have a specific problem that I would like help with.

One to One Puppy Training
I have a puppy that I would like help training.

Puppy and Adolescent Training Classes
I would like to have fun with my dog teaching them new skills in a class.
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Got A Dog? Try Dog Training In Tynemouth
Owning a dog is a big responsibility. Every dog owner wants their buddy to live a happy a life, and hopefully be as well behaved in possible – often dog owners miss the mark that the two go hand in hand. Some dogs are naturally exceptionally obedient, but others sometimes need a little guidance along the right path to the park. If your dog or puppy is in need of some support, The Dog Trainer has it covered with our dog training in Tynemouth!
What We Do
At South Shields Dog Trainer, we offer a whole range of classes, courses and bespoke training dealing with the entire spectrum of dog and puppy issues. Our programs are stocked full of experience and scientific method to ensure you and your beloved friend receive the best care available – we provide exceptional all-round training from qualified, award winning trainers with unmatched expertise.
Whether you’re dying to hand out more treats for good behaviour, looking so solve anxiety or aggression issues, socialising or relationship building, we do it all at Tynemouth dog training.
Dogs? Puppies? Anything In Between!
For dogs that have developed issues later in life or have had bad habits which won’t seem to budge, we understand despite how much you love your dog, how hard it can be for you to manage – and how stressful it can be for the dog itself.
For this reason, we offer an excellent range of courses targeted at specific or multiple types of issues, and at the core of these courses is a focus on encouraging positive behaviours and crucially, giving the two of you the skills required to trust and understand each other and help nourish a lifelong, well-behaved relationship.
As well as this for dog owners with a new addition to the family, we also offer both training classes and one on one (or online) classes for puppy training in Tynemouth. This training is a one stop shop to cover all the bases and set your pup up with the best start to life, giving them all the skills and behavioural qualities needed to safely and happily navigate the home and beyond.
Any dog, with any issue, with our care, guidance and support, we can help you navigate your way to maximising your enjoyment of the time spent with your dog!
We’ll Take Great Care Of Your Furry Family Member
While the courses and dog training in Tynemouth provided is of the highest quality, we recognise that a key ingredient to your happiness and your dog’s success is our kindness and compassion in imparting our training.
Dog owners can rely on us as responsible and caring Trainers – our support doesn’t just stop at the end of a class or programme; our Trainers can give you the support and assistance you need to continue supporting your dog from home, imparting all the information you need to continue your dog’s journey to being the best boy!
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Nathan is the senior behaviourist and founder of The Dog Trainers. For the last 13 years, Nathan and his team have helped 5000+ dogs and their owners through puppy training classes in Gateshead, South Shields, Sunderland and the rest of the North East, helping puppies, teenagers and adult dogs become confident, well-socialised family dogs.
Our team are highly accredited, including with regulatory bodies IMDTB, APDT, ABTC and UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter. Our main goal is to strengthen the dog–human relationship using force-free, ethical methods, make learning fun and effective.
We have highly qualified Canine Behaviourists with natural abilities to communicate with dogs and degree-level qualifications in related fields. We also have qualified and accredited dog trainers who have excellent knowledge and skill, and run focused puppy training classes that rapidly address common early-stage issues.
Our team take on and successfully rehabilitate the most difficult of dogs, even where other trainers have tried and failed, using kind methods that can be enjoyed by both the dogs in training and their guardians.
Our Founder, Nathan Leighton, is a renowned dog trainer and behaviourist who has spoken worldwide at seminars with hundreds in attendance. He leads our team, bringing evidence-based, reward-focused methods to every session.
Our proven training methods only use force-free, science-backed approaches to help you develop a beautifully behaved puppy or dog that fits with your family and your lifestyle, by showing you how to easily and effectively train them with modern, reward-based methods.
We can't wait to work with you and your dog and to see what we can achieve together!
Accreditations and Qualifications







Why Choose The Tynemouth Dog Trainer

HIGHLY QUALIFIED AND ACCREDITED
Highly Qualified to BSc level, Accredited in Behaviour and Training and with over 13 years experience.

POSITIVE TRAINING METHODS
Ethical, modern and positive training methods that work quickly and effectively without causing your dog pain or discomfort.

9x AWARDS IN THE UK
We have 9 awards including 2x Best Dog Trainers in the UK, 1x Ethical Dog Trainer of the Year UK, 6x Puppy/Trainer/Behaviourist of the year in the North East.

HIGH SUCCESS RATE
We have over 500 5-Star Reviews with thousands of success stories from owners just like you.
Cancellations, Missed Classes, FAQs & Terms and Conditions
Please expand any section below to read our class rules, FAQs, and full terms & conditions before booking.
If you have a dog that barks or lunges at other dogs, or a dog that may not be suitable for a class environment, please schedule an assessment call before booking.
What Our Clients Say
Real 5-star feedback from happy dog owners across Newcastle, Gateshead, Jesmond and Tyne and Wear.


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"Sarah was brilliant had working dogs for years, flummoxed by my first pet Bichon Frise. Learnt a lot, looking forwards to the next session."
Lynda Deacon
9 July 2023

"Excellent sessions from a really knowledgeable trainer. Our little frenchie loves the sessions and you can always tell he's enjoyed them."
Gavin Wilson
10 July 2023

"Ralph loves it and has improved massively. Thanks a lot!"
Grant Powton
10 July 2023

"Brilliant…!! We have a beautiful but difficult 16mth old GSD pup and have just had our first 1:1 with Nathan. Made progress within 36 hours!"
chris doe
15 January 2023

"Great service from first contact through to the 6 sessions we had with Denise for our beloved Golden Doodle. Her knowledge is outstanding."
Laura Wiszniewski
10 January 2023

"Had our first session with Nathan yesterday and we feel very positive about Cole training journey, we've already got some homework to be working on!"
Caitlin
11 January 2023

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