GR Dog Training

02/09/2025

Finn… in social media friendly terms, he would previously be described as: ‘I would say crazy, toy and ball obsessed,constantly on the go, not listening really, and again just a mad dog !!’

In non social media friendly terms, the word used was ‘D**k’… a loveable one 😆

What does his owners say after a few weeks of training?

‘Hell of a lot calmer, since Gareth said to limit his toys to 1 hour a day he’s not constantly asking/whinging to be played with 24/7 ish . He’s improved his “wait” immensely and “place“ is going well too. Everything is more calm, but he still gets excited at times, especially when he’s waiting to go in to “ doggy school” as you know 😂😂’

Long way too goo, but… we secretly love the fact he waits by the door to get to school 😝

Smashing it Finn 👏👏👏

02/09/2025

The man himself – Gareth. He won’t write something like this, he’s too humble.

Before starting GR Dog Training over 10 years ago, he worked in rescue, helping the dogs that had been deemed “helpless.” From the very beginning, he dedicated his life to truly understanding dogs- studying neuroscience and psychology to get to the root of behaviour and how it can be changed through compassion and science.

I feel so lucky that I get to see him work with dogs every day. There’s something really special about the way he does it- looks like he’s not doing anything at all and without any ego. He never makes it about himself, only about helping the dogs and their people. Me, the staff, and clients, always get a bit frustrated at how he can just walk in and look like he’s miracally fixed it 🥹😆

Over the years, I’ve seen him take on cases that many would call impossible. Dogs so dangerous and unpredictable that others wouldn’t go near them- yet he steps in, sometimes even risking his own safety, all for the chance to help the dog, save their life and give them a future. And time and again, he’s turned those lives around.❤️

What makes Gareth different is that his skills aren’t about quick fixes or suppressing behaviour. They’re about the tiny things- the smallest shifts that make the biggest impact. He understands that real change comes from creating new neuropathways, improving a dog’s mindset, and from there, their behaviour follows.

When he started GR Dog Training, his whole focus was on creating something different: a way of working that combines a real understanding of dogs and people. That’s why so many come to him when they feel like they’ve run out of options- because he never shies away, and he never gives up.🙏

I know he’d never say any of this about himself, but I think it deserves to be said: Gareth has built something truly special with GR Dog Training. And I couldn’t be prouder to watch him do what he does best, changing lives, one dog at a time.

I’m pretty lucky to have joined something to special. When Gareth and I met, we used to stay up until early hours talking about psychology and neuroscience, a passion that aligned us.

Love Carley xx

02/09/2025

Wales has one of the highest stats!

🚨 Did you know? 🚨

South Wales has some of the highest rates of dog bite hospitalisations in the UK. In Swansea alone, admissions reached higher than anywhere else in the country. Since 2019-2025, over 1000 dogs were seized across South Wales for being dangerously out of control.

The truth is… some of these incidents could have been prevented with:
✔ Reliable recall
✔ Calm, confident handling
✔ Clear training boundaries
✔ Understanding your dog’s stress signals

🐕 Every responsible owner wants a dog they can trust out in public- but it doesn’t just happen. It takes practice, guidance, and consistency.

✨ Whether it’s recall, loose-lead walking, or manners around other dogs and people- we can help.

📅 Spaces are now open for our upcoming sessions. Don’t wait until you have a problem- prevention is always better than cure.

👉 Click “Message” to book your spot today and take the first step towards a safer, happier partnership with your dog.

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01/09/2025

Our members only area has proved to be an invaluable source of information and support. Special topics were covering in September are:

1. Latent learning
2. Reward versus punishment
3. Channeling drive
4. Using drive to train
5. Nature versus nurture

And more! You’re missing out 👀👀

31/08/2025

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LIMITED SPACES FOR BEHAVIOUR HELP

There’s some spaces for behaviour work available, but they’re very limited.

Problems like:

⚠️ Reactivity
⚠️ Nervousness
⚠️ Aggression to dogs or people
⚠️ Anxiety related issues
⚠️ Destructive behaviours
⚠️ Barking
⚠️ Lead pulling

Help IS available. No 10-second reels, no flashy gimmicks, just pure behaviour work from over 15 years experience specialising in these issues.

Send a message for a chat to see how you and your dog can benefit and change your lives, for the better!

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30/08/2025

Saturday scrubs 😆

Never ending jobs in this place - making the most of there not being any dogs here 😆

29/08/2025

Otis aiming for the cutest sausage in school photo… he was in Vogue magazine you know 😍

28/08/2025

Two quite distinct personalities 😂😂❤️🐾

28/08/2025

Puppies come in 3 sizes 👀👀😂❤️🐾