Sam Humberstone - Dog Trainer

Sam Humberstone - Dog Trainer Dog Trainer 1-2-1s & Classes
Sessions to guide and support you and your dog for real life situations. Behavioural 1st aid support

The focus and the physical control and variety of moves of a Border Collie (BC) in play & work is impressive, & a beaut...
16/11/2025

The focus and the physical control and variety of moves of a Border Collie (BC) in play & work is impressive, & a beautiful thing to see!!!

Those who are 'employed' on farms are not always working, and contrary to the belief they are not a breed that needs loads of exercise, and are very adept at doing nothing!

Companion sheep dogs if given suitable mental stimulation, exercise & company, it's the winning combination for the dogs I know.
When Collies are repeatedly put into situations/environments they found overwhelming they often start to exhibit the behaviour of rushing towards passing or nearby moving people, traffic & may nip, or even bite, or find a way to occupy themselves, a habit that can become quite excessive.

I don’t view this as impulsive, far from, rather it’s a response that can build over time from frequently having behaviour/actions suppressed in day to day life, & lacking outlets for acting naturally, & from time to time heightened responses can be due to a health issue.

I have had a good rethink of training and activities with Collies in the last few years, with input & guidance of a BC aficionado who has lived, competed with and worked with Collies for decades - amazing!

When our dogs age given time to do activities that they enjoy, their behaviour in other areas of life often improves. For our dogs behaviour to change/improve we often need to make some changes to their environment or routines.

I am based in Barham Kent. If you live with a Collie or a Collie mix and would like guidance, please free free to email me.
[email protected]
Photos Osh the Collie, one of my 'housemates', a local sheepdog trial & a trial near Abergele North Wales, summer 2025.

Two years since completing the year long Dog Aggression for Professionals with Dr Amber Batson.This course very much has...
15/11/2025

Two years since completing the year long Dog Aggression for Professionals with Dr Amber Batson.

This course very much has encouraged me to consider and evaluate the possible reasons behind a behaviour(s) that are of concern. I'd been of the belief not to rush in to redirect, remedy or prevent, and that was encouraged further by this course. It's helped me to become more informed and feel better able to ask for support from & work collaboratively with other professionals, such as vets & vet physios. Eg a quite recent One to One, a Collie who I thought was very overweight & he had an odd gait. He had been lunging at traffic, which to be fair is not unusual for the breed. I suggested a good vet examination and thanks to the lovely family following my advice, and a good examination by an excellent veterinary team it transpired he had hip dysplasia. He is awaiting surgery from a specialist team. Rather painful I should imagine and it is likely to be the cause or contribute to his intense responses around traffic.
When he has recovered he may no longer lunge at traffic, but if he does, he can be taught new & appropriate activities, alongside training to have less worry around vehicles.

It's not always the case, but this course was time & money well spent! 🤓

1 space left for the next Puppy foundations18 November 13:15 start first session in Kingston near BarhamTuesday afternoo...
14/11/2025

1 space left for the next Puppy foundations
18 November 13:15 start
first session in Kingston near Barham
Tuesday afternoons
Foundations 4 week course
Suitable for puppies over 14 weeks old or dogs that would benefit from foundation training
A great opportunity for your dog to be around other dogs, and to learn & practice together in a safe environment
Indoor & Outdoor training and activities your dog will enjoy to build stronger foundations and boost your confidence
Practical skills for the 'real world'
Learn how to improve walks on lead for you & your dog
Learn about Canine Body Language
Exercises that will help with connection
Fun, practical & wellbeing-focused learning for you & your dog
Wagtastic!
Each session is 45-60 minutes
Tuesdays 13:15
The course is 4 sessions £110
Sessions for this class will be held at several different locations including Kingston (nr Barham) & Littlebourne

I also offer One to Ones
If you want to discuss your dog's training needs or behaviour concerns you can book a 20 minute phone. Please note, this is an enquiry call not a consultation, there is no charge.
For more information please visit
samhumberstone.co.uk
To book or enquire please email or message
📨 [email protected]
or phone
☎️ 07484 767650
Photo Spaniel mix pup, Frank, sleeping on a chair

14/11/2025

In a class or a One to One it's not uncommon to hear "She's never like this" in this case, this gorgeous black lab pup was superbly attentive and relaxed, and walked staying 'connected' on the lead.

The video is the beginning of learning new skills for the handler/owner/guardian & the puppy, having little lead pressure from the handler/owner/guardian is an element that will really help in improving their walks on lead.

In dog training not only does it matter what we teach, HOW we teach it is hugely relevant, and then emphasising the importance on building on these foundations to so we can transfer those skills to the real world.

Woodland walk with Osh, he's such an amazing dog boy! Around the block does not tick his boxes, 'meet his needs' a term ...
14/11/2025

Woodland walk with Osh, he's such an amazing dog boy! Around the block does not tick his boxes, 'meet his needs' a term often used these days by those in dog training & behaviour.

Elsa's harness WAS clean a couple of hours ago, local walk, as car travel some way off I think!
She's responding well to the cue I use to redirect & prevent her from eating the less desirable 'food' stuff on walks, phew!
And we've done a little bit of training around a moving wheelie bin, so it's not scary. She's being rewarded for staying in a specific place.




Up to date with my One to One follow-up emails, a quick Facebook detour before WhatsApp shares for one of the classes......
13/11/2025

Up to date with my One to One follow-up emails, a quick Facebook detour before WhatsApp shares for one of the classes...
Elsa has made two new friends, I approve! 😍
She's also quite the mud magnet 🤣

13/11/2025

❤️We would like to thank everyone for reaching out, we are going through the vast enquiries about our BT.
13/11 @ 1850hrs

🚨🚨Are you able to help? 🚨🚨

We have an urgent case of a young Border Terrier girl needing an animal free foster home, within the CT14/18 postcode (& surrounding areas) by this weekend.

The rescue will provide all veterinary care, food and support.

Please get in touch via -

📧Facebook messenger

💬What’s app +44 7845 911681

☎️ Call us on +44 7845 911681

It can be a sensory bombardment for dogs that have come to us via a rescue charity, at first they may seem really chille...
12/11/2025

It can be a sensory bombardment for dogs that have come to us via a rescue charity, at first they may seem really chilled, but that can be a response to feeling overwhelmed.
Some dogs have never been in a home, nor smelt the concoction of chemical scents, nor heard the sound of a loo flushing, a washing machine on full spin, a person sneezing when they are inches away from each other... hopefully you're beginning to get my point.
There are rehoming organisations that give guidance on how to introduce new things, such as putting on a harness, meeting new people, managing their first walks.

We're often excited & want our new addition to be doing what we think will be fun/enjoyable stuff and to meet our friends & family... immediately. I advise you take things slow, assess your new housemate's responses & to above all else try to be patient, as hopefully you'll have years together 🐾🐾

This gorgeous dog girl has come from a Hungarian kill shelter, and thankfully a popular AI tool helped her new family to find me on web search!

Elsa's behaviour (10 month Golden) is very different from Osh's (7 yrs Collie), at home and when we're out, reminding me...
11/11/2025

Elsa's behaviour (10 month Golden) is very different from Osh's (7 yrs Collie), at home and when we're out, reminding me every day of how individual dogs behave differently from each other even when in the same environment, & it's further motivation to continue to think of what is most useful for our dogs to learn.

I'm not known for dishing out rosettes or certificates, but I work to make life better with dogs, and for dogs, it’s something I'm passionate about. I offer Training walks as well as small classes, to teach what to do in different situations, eg for some dogs (Elsa included!) discarded food/litter (she found several sweets after Halloween) & different types of poo are considered potentially edible/desirable. Keeping her, or any other dog from eating something potentially hazardous doesn’t require a stern or raised voice “leave it” or a harsh pull/yank on the lead, instead I’ve been teaching her to eagerly respond to a cue to do something else – winning!

New workshop 💥
I provide 'real world' tips & practical skills for walks to be more enjoyable together.Thursdays 13:00
starts 27th November
3 sessions
Ideal for those reduce their dog pulling on the lead and to make walks in the 'real world' more enjoyable together.
with assistance from Cath Harris, trainee trainer
Session length 75-90 mins
£100

These workshops are not suitable for dogs who have 'big' responses around other dogs or people, I do provide One to Ones, and work alongside vet practitioners & accredited Behaviourists

For more information please visit
samhumberstone.co.uk
To book or enquire please email or message
📨 [email protected]
or phone
☎️ 07484 767650

Photo of Elsa enjoying a toy new-to-her, first thing this morning 😊

New workshop 💥with Cath Harris, assistant TrainerRecall workshop Saturdays 11:15starts on 6 December2 sessionsIdeal for ...
11/11/2025

New workshop 💥
with Cath Harris, assistant Trainer
Recall workshop
Saturdays 11:15
starts on 6 December
2 sessions
Ideal for dogs new-to-you or those dogs who are often reluctant to respond to your call & would benefit from refresher training
session 75 mins
£60
🐾🐾
This workshop is not suitable for dogs who have 'big' responses around other dogs or people

ℹ️ 1 space left on Puppy Foundations (or for a dog new-to-you) which starts next Tuesday 13:15 in Kingston, nr Barham, the following week's class will be held in Littlebourne.

I also offer One to Ones
If you want to discuss your dog's training needs or behaviour concerns you can book a 20 minute phone. Please note, this is an enquiry call not a consultation, there is no charge.
For more information please visit
samhumberstone.co.uk
To book or enquire please email or message
📨 [email protected]
or phone
☎️ 07484 767650

Session 2This handsome chap is settling well in his new home. When he's not sure about something he tends to rush forwar...
10/11/2025

Session 2
This handsome chap is settling well in his new home. When he's not sure about something he tends to rush forwards and sometimes bark. I've been helping to try to reduce his concerns and therefore his responses in specific contexts.

We also had a good mini training walk 🐾

I think this JRT mix has landed himself the best of homes!

Various aspects of our daily lives impacts on our overall behaviour, it's the same for dogs too.If we can't 'switch-off'...
07/11/2025

Various aspects of our daily lives impacts on our overall behaviour, it's the same for dogs too.
If we can't 'switch-off' or relax, or our sleep patterns are disturbed we become more irritable, and our responses in certain situations may become disproportionate, heightened.

So very proud of new clients who re-homed a Jack Russell a couple of weeks ago, he had been on guard duty watching passers-by out of a front window. Window film has been applied & now he's not on look-out and having more rest during the day.
By this change, & the others recommended, their handsome & clever new arrival is more settled. We met this morning & they've made great progress in such a short space of time! 🤩🙌🐾

photo 1 Elsa illustrating the contented & snoozing dog pose
photo 2 film on window

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