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Dog Training & Walking in the Croydon area - fully insured, K9 First Aid trained, force & fear free. Fully Insured
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18/03/2024

I've got to spotlight my amazing graduating class of Perfect Pups March 2024, who finished up their 6 weeks of training on Friday! This group was a true pleasure to work with - they all dedicated a ton of time and energy to their training, and it really paid off.

I'm super proud of them all and am looking forward to seeing where they go from here. I'll be seeing some of them at my upcoming intermediate classes which is great, and I'll be starting up again with another group of puppies in April - will you be there? 👀

You can find all the details for my next run of Perfect Pups via my website, www.tobyduncandogs.com/classes plus my brand new intermediate-advanced level classes! 🐶🎓

22/01/2024

Hi all,

2 weeks to go until my next run of Puppy classes and I’ve still got spaces available! If you’re a new puppy parent and thinking about whether or not you should be attending classes, take this as your sign! For the next week only (until 29/01/24) any bookings made for the Feb-March run of Perfect Pups using the code ‘NEWYEAR’ will receive 10% off the course total!

Puppy classes are a great way to find your feet with your new furry family member. Whether you’ve had dogs before or not, there’s always more to learn and getting support early on can make a huge difference to the rest of your lives together!

I’m a fully qualified member of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers, and a Specialist Puppy Instructor on top of that. My course is jam-packed with absolutely everything you need to know as a puppy owner, covering all the standard basic training such as sit, stay, recall, lead walking and more, plus tons of opportunities to advance these skills further. We’ll do plenty of work on handling to prepare puppy for real life scenarios such as vet visits or trips to the groomers, and learn all about play, including lots of information on enrichment and development. Throughout the course I’ll also be delivering a series of short talks on key topics that will boost your practical knowledge and confidence as a dog owner, and perhaps most importantly of all, will always be on hand to take questions during or outside of class, and to provide tailored support for you as we navigate the course and your puppy’s early stages together. You’ll get access to a private Facebook group for your class where I’ll share detailed writeups of each session, plus homework resources and reminders, and you’ll be going away from your first session with some handy freebies!

Take a look at what some of the past graduates have to say about their experiences with the course, and for all the information including dates, venues, pricing, and booking, please head over to https://tobyduncandogs.com/classes/perfect-pups-feb-march - any questions at all please feel free to contact me directly via the information found here: https://tobyduncandogs.com/contact

20/11/2023

BOOKING NOW: Puppy Classes running February-March 2024!

Visit my website www.tobyduncandogs.com/classes for full information on the course, or head direct to https://tobyduncandogs.as.me/pups-feb to book your place now for this totally comprehensive puppy course, designed to give you and your pup the best possible start in your life together!

I'm a fully qualified Trainer and specialist Puppy Instructor with the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers, and I've created a 12-session course that covers absolutely everything you need to know to be a happy, confident puppy parent. There's a ton of resources and continued support to take advantage of, and classes are small to help with focus and to make sure that you get as much one-on-one time with me as possible.

Check out my website for further details on myself, my qualifications and practice, and to read reviews from past attendees - and if you have any questions please do get in touch, and I'd be more than happy to talk you through everything.

Hope to see you there in the New Year! 🐶

13/11/2023

Looking for some help with dog training? I’m pleased to share that I'm now taking bookings for 1:1 training sessions online, so you can easily check availability and find a time that works for you!

I can help with common problems like jumping up or pulling on the lead, or with basic to advanced training of behaviours and skills, from sit to scentwork to sendaraounds, and tons more.

Click the link below to book a 30 minute Consultation with me, during which we’ll discuss your goals and put together a training plan to work through in subsequent sessions.

https://tobyduncandogs.as.me/consultation

It’s never been easier to get started with training, and my services come with guaranteed ongoing support so you’ll never be left to struggle through anything alone while we’re working together.

For more information on myself, my qualifications, and my practice, please visit my website at www.tobyduncandogs.com

13/11/2023

I'm late sharing this to Facebook, but I'm very pleased & proud to showcase my newly awarded qualifications - I'm now a fully qualified IMDT member PLUS a specialist puppy instructor! 😁 Both qualifications are the result of a ton of hard work and dedication to learning and practice over the last year and a half, and I'm really delighted to have achieved my original goal from when I first began my training journey and to begin looking forward to some new goals and future achievements! 💪

16/09/2023

I've spent this week writing an absolute mammoth blog post on the (currently very hot) topic of BSL - what it is, and why I, alongside groups such as Dogs Trust, RSPCA (England & Wales), Blue Cross UK, & Battersea plus many others, feel it's ineffective and needs to change. This post features a few quick facts on the topic, and if you'd like to learn more and find the sources for these facts and figures, I'd encourage you to check out my full blog post and read all about it:

https://tobyduncandogs.com/blog/breed-specific-legislation-time-for-a-change

It's a long read, but at a time where dog bites and fatal dog attacks are continuing to rise, it's now more important than ever to look back at the impact of 32 years of BSL, and consider what changes could be made in order to finally bring these numbers down. Ultimately, we need change for the victims of dog attacks, for the victims of BSL, and for all dogs and humans across the country.

04/09/2023

today's two early rounds - 7:30 for the first pic, enjoyed that amazing sunlight on the last of the mist! 😱

24/08/2023

Check out the graduating class of Perfect Pups August 2023!! This group have worked so hard over the last 6 weeks and I couldn't be prouder of what they've been able to achieve. I'm going to miss working with this lot, and I can't wait to see what they go on to do next! 💪🤩🎓

05/07/2023

ready for a treat! 😋

22/06/2023

Two early rounds this morning to avoid the worst of the heat! 😁

20/06/2023

today's afternoon lot! feeling nice and cool in the shade of the woods and after this morning's rain, nice while it lasts... 😬

19/06/2023

uh oh, my first hot temps schedule of the summer is here! I thought I'd sneakily managed to avoid this kind of heat for a while, but that's just how it goes 😂 This schedule is based on the current weather forecast in order to give everyone as much notice as possible, but of course is subject to change as and when that forecast updates. Thanks in advance for your understanding! ☀️🌡️🥵

19/06/2023

Straight back to it today, and happy to be back! 🥰

09/06/2023

Well, I'm now officially on holiday, and will be away and 'out of office' until the 19th! 😎 Of course you can still message me with enquiries etc but I won't see any messages across WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, or email until I return to work on the 19th, so thank you in advance for your patience while I take some much-needed time off! Stay safe this week in the mini-heatwave - for hot weather advice and safety tips remember to check out my recent blog post via my website 👍☀️

07/06/2023

today's shots 🤩

06/06/2023

shout if you love walking! 😂📢🐶

06/06/2023

Looking for something fun for ALL the family this summer? Treat yourself and your furry family member to my upcoming puppy course, 'Perfect Pups', running from July 10th in Purley! 😄🐶 12 sessions run across 6 weeks, and in that time we'll cover absolutely everything you need to know, from foundational behaviours and core life skills to enriching games and challenging circuits! 💪 There's something for everyone, and plenty to keep you busy over the summer holidays this year 👀 For full information about the course, including times, venues, and signup, visit my website - www.tobyduncandogs.com/classes 👨‍💻 Plus feel free to get in touch directly with any questions or queries!

06/06/2023

Once again I've been neglecting facebook, this time for a whole month! So here's a quick catchup of some of the photos that I've shared to instagram during May 🫣 Don't forget you can find me there (under the same username) posting photos regularly (oops!) as well as sharing interesting info, advice, and more via stories! 😅

22/04/2023

Marty's weekend wallowing! 😂😱

19/04/2023

this morning's group! 🥰

11/04/2023

Herbie and Nala had the best time together this morning! 😍😄

07/04/2023

🚨CALLING ALL PUPPY OWNERS!🚨 My brand new, jam-packed puppy course is here and taking bookings for May-June 2023!! 😱 Swipe through the post and then head on over to tobyduncandogs.com/classes for the full rundown, as well as info on how to book your place! ✍️
Puppy classes are a great way for you and your pup to find your feet, build confidence, communication, and trust, and have plenty of fun along the way 🥰 My course is specifically designed to maximise the amount of hands-on Trainer support you'll have access to in the earliest stages of your pup's time out and about, and with such strong foundations to build on for the remainder of the course, you'll be amazed at what you can achieve! 💪
Please don't hesitate to get in touch with any questions & queries 💌

04/04/2023

way too many pics to choose from this afternoon 😱

30/03/2023

I've not been on top of posting to facebook this week so here's a quick roundup of this week's pics so far! 🥰

27/03/2023

Notice anything different? The keen-eyed amongst you may have already noticed that I’ve made some tiny tweaks to my branding - firstly, I’m retiring the original version of my logo. He’s served me well, but it’s definitely time for a change 🙂

Alongside this, I’m officially shortening my name down to Toby Duncan Dogs, which isn’t much of a change really as that’s been my username and web domain name for quite a while now!

You will still be seeing the old logo around on past uploads, as well as physical kit which I’ll gradually be replacing when I can.

This is a good opportunity to thank you all again, clients and friends alike, for your support! I can’t wait to see where things go from here 🥳

24/03/2023

Had a brilliant time on my latest training course with The IMDT this week down in Southampton! Awesome to get the opportunity to learn with the bossman himself, Steve Mann, and tons of valuable information and insight to take away with me as always 🤓

14/03/2023

Bonnie couldn't resist jumping down to sit right in front of me for this pic! 😂🥰

01/03/2023

nice chilled double this afternoon despite the cold and slight rain! ☺️

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Have I made this type of post before? Yes! Am I going to keep sharing info and advice on heat safety for dogs? Yes!! We're having a sudden mini-heatwave this week with temperatures hitting 30 degrees, and it's as important as ever to make adjustments and consider what we can do as owners to keep our dogs safe and happy in this weather. For more info from the PDSA on Heatstroke in dogs, visit https://www.pdsa.org.uk/pet-help-and-advice/pet-health-hub/conditions/heatstroke-in-dogs 🐾 #doghealth #dogsafety #DogsDieOnHotWalks #heatsafety #dogcaretips #dogadvice #dogtrainer

🚨CALLING ALL PUPPY OWNERS!🚨 My brand new, jam-packed puppy course is here and taking bookings for May-June 2023!! 😱 Head on over to tobyduncandogs.com/classes for the full rundown, as well as info on how to book your place - spaces are super limited and are going already! ⏰ Puppy classes are a great way for you and your pup to find your feet, build confidence, communication, and trust, and have plenty of fun along the way 🥰 My course is specifically designed to maximise the amount of hands-on Trainer support you'll have access to in the earliest stages of your pup's time out and about, and with such strong foundations to build on for the remainder of the course, you'll be amazed at what you can achieve! 💪 Feel free to get in touch with any questions & queries 💌