Dog Trainer Northumberland - Dog Training Northumberland
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How Can We Help in Dog Training Northumberland?
Top-rated puppy and dog training serving Dog Training Northumberland 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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Dog Training Needed In Northumberland?
If your dog or puppy is in need of a helping paw to guide them on their way to being well behaved and happy then you’ve come to the right place! The Dog Trainer provides specialist dog training in Northumberland. Whether you’ve got an older dog or a brand new addition to your family in the form of a puppy, The Dog Trainer can provide assistance with a range of issues big or small.
Furry Friend Have You Feeling Overwhelmed?
It’s not uncommon to feel you’ve got your hands full with a new pup or even an older dog that’s in need of some training – your happiness and health may even be tied to your dog’s. Unfortunately, it’s easy for dogs to develop bad habits or sometimes even behavioural issues, whether it comes from being poorly socialised with other dogs or people, which has the potential to be actively harmful, or whether your dog may be susceptible to some kind of anxiety, perhaps of being separated from you or from things like fireworks, which might hurt your pup’s quality of life.
Whatever the kind of problem your furry friend has, it’s important to remember that these issues can be solved and that by solving them not only can you help yourself to feel more relaxed and better enjoy owning a dog, but you’ll also be helping them to live a more comfortable and happy life as well!
Give Yourself A Treat – Try Out Our Services!
A happy and well-behaved dog improves both your and your pet’s lives – to this end, we offer a range of services which will not only help manage and improve your dog’s behaviour, but crucially assist in the development of your dog’s skills.
The Dog Trainer offers bespoke training suited to your concerns, but which also match up with the needs and characteristics of your dog. Big, small, fluffy or soft, both older dogs and new pups, we can assist your furry friend with a range of behaviour, socialisation or anxiety-based issues and much more – no more worrying you by getting a little too close for comfort when meeting new people, pulling too hard on their lead or perhaps getting distressed and causing damage when you’re away from home; no issue is too big or small.
Anything You Need, With Great Trainers!
Our Head Trainer Nathan Leighton is an exceptionally trained and fully certified pet behaviourist, with an abundance of experience in training numerous breeds and personalities – your dog will be attentively guided through well planned programmes and Nathan Leighton and his team will endeavour to show you how to ensure your dog lives its happiest and best-behaved life. Not only will your dog or pup be receiving top tier quality, fact based training, it’ll come from passionate, expert and caring trainers!
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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 Dog Training Northumberland 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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