Voodoo K9 Academy

Voodoo K9 Academy Durham-based dog trainers
Recognised trainer with the Guild of Dog Trainers. MBIPDT All to ensure you and your dog are well and truly in the best hands.

-Welcome To Voodoo K9 Academy-
We offer many different services for your canine tailored to dogs from all walks of life, different breeds and requirements. Here is a video of our most recent students being put through their paces and learning a range of vital skills to becoming the perfect dog with their owners. Recognised with the Guild Of Dog Trainers, Veteran Owned and currently studying with

the highly renowned British College of Canine Studies. Our main priority is helping owners to teach their dogs all important life skills to set them up for a successful and enjoyable life. As well as educating our clients on responsible dog ownership. Our training is very clear to the dogs providing clarity and using methods to promote understanding for your dog to enhance bond and enjoyment levels for both dog and owner. Does your dog require training? You're in the right place, whether that be puppy training, obedience for adult unruly dogs, General Purpose Security dogs, dogs that require behavioural adjustment training, or even sport/trials dogs, we do it all! If you have a special request, we can usually make arrangements, send us a message, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

-About us-
-Passionate and experienced dog trainers-
Between both trainers, there are years of experience in the security dog industry, various dog sports (IPO and Kennel club level agility), and military working dog handling/training. We pride ourselves on being passionate, knowledgable and skilled within achieving what the owner wishes to achieve for their dog. Whether that be anything from basic obedience, addressing behavioural issues or developing a working dog for sports, personal protection or security roles.

-Honest and Trustworthy professionals-
Voodoo K9 Academy takes pride in our reputation for being upfront, honest and realistic when it comes to any dog put in front of us. Offering advice and training programmes suitable for the dog and owner and ensuring programmes are achievable and realistic.

-Genuine dog lovers-
We do this because we love helping owners with their dogs and are genuine in our approach to helping people achieve their training goals. Here at Voodoo K9 Academy, we promote a sense of belonging as we are all here for a common goal; to train our dogs! So leave the ego at the door, welcome to Voodoo K9 Academy, and let's work some dogs!

Today, we had a bit of a social media celeb called Belle.Belle was a beach dog stray in Mauritius, which formed a relati...
31/10/2024

Today, we had a bit of a social media celeb called Belle.

Belle was a beach dog stray in Mauritius, which formed a relationship with her owner while on holiday.

The owner reached out on social media, and his post reached 1000s of people who commented, and eventually, a charity called 4 paws animal welfare made contact which helped Belle be adopted by her owner now and come to the UK 🇬🇧.

We are going to be working with Belle to create a recall to give her freedom to enjoy woodland walks and spend time with her new family who love her deeply.

Seeing lots of posts about kennel cough cases in and around Durham.If you believe your dog has been in contact or is sho...
29/10/2024

Seeing lots of posts about kennel cough cases in and around Durham.

If you believe your dog has been in contact or is showing signs, then please think of others and isolate your dog.

If you have a session booked with us and your dog is showing signs,or you think you have been in contact we are more than happy to reschedule your appointment as welfare for other clients' dogs is our priority.

Don't be selfish and think of others.

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We hear this all the time !"My dog has a recall, well most of the time,"" He recalls 90% of the time."NO, YOUR DOG DOES ...
29/09/2024

We hear this all the time !

"My dog has a recall, well most of the time,"
" He recalls 90% of the time."

NO, YOUR DOG DOES NOT HAVE A PROOFED RECALL!

If your recall is not a 100%, then your dog should not be free rain, creating behaviours that could get your dog into trouble or even worse..

WhatsApp
07874806465

For all your training needs.

In the last few months, we have seen more and more people make mistakes, with buying bite equipment and using it in publ...
25/09/2024

In the last few months, we have seen more and more people make mistakes, with buying bite equipment and using it in public areas.

We know they have not bought the equipment for other than playing with their dog, but this can be perceived by many as a dangerous dog out of control in a public space.

The current people have received a section 43 under a community protection notice.They have reached out for advice, and unfortunately, any form of bite work in a public space does fall under what has been served.

I hope this helps people think twice and hope this helps people understand the law around bite work and dog sports.

Any form of sports associated protection sports should be done at a club run by qualified trainers in a secure area to comply with current laws.


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15/09/2024

So many know me and this lads partnership, his story isn't a particularly nice one, but he has his happy ending with me. I got him from Hero paws - Life AFTER service last year after he spent nearly 5 years in kennels due to his various behavioural issues, fast forward to now and we haven't resolved all of his issues, but we have minimised them and he is in a much better head space to deal with them better, it's through building my relationship with him which has bought me to this point, those that know, I am an experienced General Purpose Security Dog handler and my time with the malinois started in 2017 with my own Malinois, he taught me that I had to adapt, and I had to do it fast, I have worked long and hard in the industry to try and maintain the reputation I had within the security sector prior to Dog's, which has served me well, having worked for the same person for over a decade, I have recently started taking a step back from GP tasks in order to train and build my skills with my detection dogs, which has opened many connections and I have reached the point where I feel able to offer guidance to others, that may be in a similar position that I once was, I didn't have anyone to turn to and those that I did, didn't want to know until I met Voodoo K9 Academy, who then equipped me to deal with my own dogs reactivity, so I am now offering dog walking for reactive and fearful dogs in the Redcar and cleveland area, fully insured and DBS checked.

13/09/2024

Did you know that 10% of all Consett Canicross Trail Series entry fees are donated to Animal Welfare Charities?

With just over a week to sign up for Chopwell Trail Series Sept 2024 there’s not long left to bag your place and help raise funds for Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter

Entry details in comments ⬇️

Sporty Paws Ltd Pampered Palates - Natural Pet Shop Cross Country Canines Northern Integrative Health Practice Westway Veterinary Group Consett in Focus Mean Bean Coffee Company

The Voodoo Pups!Today was our last lesson of the course and as you can see the pups ACED it!Loose leash walking past eac...
08/09/2024

The Voodoo Pups!

Today was our last lesson of the course and as you can see the pups ACED it!

Loose leash walking past each other 🐾 🚶‍♀️
Recall work around other - practicing neutrality towards other dogs

Then we went into the end of course exam testing everything they have learned!
Recall
Sit and wait for food
Heel
Leave it
Sit/down stay

This is how a puppy class should be done! Real skills and foundations - ready to be applied further by their owners!

Way to go guys proud of you!

New puppy Classes starting soon! Message us for details! 07874 806465

The puppy Classes are a 5 week course Thursday option: £115 every Thursday 5pm for 5 weeks Sunday option £120 every Sund...
04/09/2024

The puppy Classes are a 5 week course
Thursday option: £115 every Thursday 5pm for 5 weeks
Sunday option £120 every Sunday 11am for 5 weeks.
Once you sign up for your day that is the day you attend every week, unfortunately we cannot allow class day swaps.

These are a GROUP class for puppy's new to their families who have not started any training yet.

We cover:
Focus on the owner
Recall foundations
Sit & Down
Stay
Food bowl manners
Prevention of resource guarding
Leave it
& heel work/loose leash walking.

For more information please contact Mia on 07990 276376 WHATSAPP

Sign up via messaging Mia or on the Voodoo K9 Academy website www.voodook9academy.co.uk

Voodoo Pups - Foundation puppy Classes starting on:Thursday 19th sept 5pm orSunday class 15th Sept 15th 11amContact Mia ...
23/08/2024

Voodoo Pups - Foundation puppy Classes starting on:

Thursday 19th sept 5pm or
Sunday class 15th Sept 15th 11am

Contact Mia for more information on 07990 276376 WHATSAPP US please send us your full name, email address, pups age, breed and proof of vaccinations.

Foundation course covers:
Engagement & focus
Recall & Foundation for good off leash behaviour
Sit & Down
Bed
Settle
Leave it
Food bowl manners
Prevention of resource guarding

He's got a good point 👈
15/08/2024

He's got a good point 👈


26/07/2024

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Puppy training! This little one learning the ropes of focusing on mum, starting the basics in obedience and engagement! ...
16/07/2024

Puppy training! This little one learning the ropes of focusing on mum, starting the basics in obedience and engagement!

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If your trainer doesn't have high standards for their own dogs, then why use their services? We strongly believe "the pr...
16/07/2024

If your trainer doesn't have high standards for their own dogs, then why use their services? We strongly believe "the proof is in the pudding"

07874 806465
www.voodook9academy.co.uk

Do you require a trainer to come to you?!🏡🏠We offer home visits!🏠🏡📍Covering:DH1 DH6And DL16/17(Other areas close to thes...
12/07/2024

Do you require a trainer to come to you?!
🏡🏠We offer home visits!🏠🏡
📍Covering:
DH1
DH6
And DL16/17
(Other areas close to these available on request at extra charge)

Home visits are great for tackling:
Guest related issues with your dogs behaviour such as jumping up 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧
Escaping out the front door 🚪
Counter surfing (stealing food or items from the kitchen counter)
And much more!

Contact us or book online via our website www.voodook9academy.co.uk
07874 806465 message us on WhatsApp!

https://voodook9academybooking.as.me/HomeVisit

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Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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We had the opportunity of having some professional video footage taken while shooting a promo video for 2 exceptional up and coming fighters in the North East. This gives you a glimpse of the faces behind Voodoo k9 Academy and Voodoo k9 hydrotherapy. Also, just some of the services we provide under one facility. Want to get involved with the North East leading behavioural specialists and real-world dog training, then give us a WhatsApp today to start your journey with Voodoo k9 Academy 07874806465 And for all your furry friends, hydrotherapy needs please message. Voodoo k9 hydrotherapy 07990276376. Check out all our real Google reviews and happy clients. A like and a share would be appreciated 🤝. #voodook9academy #durhamdogtrainer #dogtrainerguy #dogtrainingtips #northeastdogtrainer #dogtraining #dogtrainer #behaviouraldogtraining #durhamuk #dogbehaviouralspecialist #puppy #puppylove #puppyobedience #dogreactivity #dogrecall #dogheeling #doghydrotherapy #dogpool #dogswimming #dogreabilitation #veterinaryphysiotherapy #vetreferral

Everyone meet Moose, the cockapoo. His owners were struggling with his over arousal for other dogs, which was developed from typical puppy classes they attended. Everything was too busy and loud which over stimulated him and created his issues. All this was achieved in his initial assessment, and his owners will keep his training up and be consistent 👏. #durhamdogtrainer #voodook9academy #northeastdogtrainer #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainer #dogtrainerguy #behaviouraldogtraining #dogsofinstagram #cockapoo

Hektor doing amazing at his stooge dog duties , as we work on over arousal and passing drills for real world training. Hektor was having a lazy day and needed encouragement to walk poor boy lol 😆 😂. #durhamdogtrainer #voodook9academy #northeastdogtrainer #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainer #dogtrainerguy #behaviouraldogtraining #behaviouraldogtraining #dogsofinstagram #labrador #dogobedience

Zak the Great Dane , smashing his session. Just a happy boy on an adventure now through Langley Moor Front Street. No reactions what so ever, proud of how far Zak has come. We had a bumpy road, to say the least, at the beginning , but consistency and structure shinning through now. #durhamdogtrainer #voodook9academy #northeastdogtrainer #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainer #dogtrainerguy #behaviouraldogtraining #dogsofinstagram #durhamuk #greatdane #greatdanesofinstagram

Bear came to us a few weeks ago after being let down by a previous trainer in the County Durham area. This is linked to a previous post, which we mentioned how you need to be very careful who you trust and leave your dog with and miss use of tools. The owners had paid out thousands of pounds for Bear to be trained in everyday life obedience and to be socialised in all environments. They could not even walk their own dog, nor did the dog even understand any commands or que words. He was extremely reactive and conflicted with how to behave. As you can see from this video, after a few weeks in now, we have engagement coming in and stability in busy environments with cars, people, and even dogs now. I am so proud of Bear and his owners for doing their homework and pushing on with his training to get him where he is now. We know this is not perfect, but what an amazing turn around in behaviour. #voodook9academy #durhamdogtrainer #northeastdogtrainer #dogtraining #dogtrainingtips #dogtrainer #dogtrainerguy #behaviouraldogtraining #dogsofinstagram #durhamuk #dogreabilitation #dogreactivity #malinoisuk #malinoisofinstagram #leadingdurhamdogtrainer

Big Gauge learning low-level jump for later on in his sporting career. Building intensity and fun while free shaping , with no tools in sight. Also building that strong bond between man and dog 💙. Food and clicker 🦾. #durhamdogtrainer #voodook9academy #northeastdogtrainer #dogtrainingtips #dogtraining #dogtraining #dogtrainer #dogtrainerguy #behaviouraldogtraining #dogsofinstagram #durhamuk #freeshaping #dogfreeshaping #positivedogtraining #dogbond #loveofdogs #sportsdog

**********PICTURE FOR ATTENTION. ************* Please pick carefully when choosing where you're leaving your dog for day care , training, and boarding. We have a new client whose story will make you think twice about where you're leaving your dog and make you do better checks on the business you trust. So the story starts with this particular dog day care/ trainer has had this dog from 11 weeks to adult for training and day care and the dog does not understand any marker words or ques to behaviours such as loose leash walking 😳. We then move on to the trainer using tools that were not discussed with the dogs owner, and they found out by video of the use of this tool. As you are all aware, we are balanced trainers at Voodoo, and we use all tools correctly and appropriately. Everything starts at a minimum with us, and there are no fast fixes. THIS PART WILL SHOCK YOU THE MOST 😱. The dog day care / trainer decided to teach this dog bite work without the owners permission. The trainer has no understanding or experience of doing this, and as you can expect, the trainer has created a human reactive dog. The owner found out while in a shop when they were approached by a friend who said they had seen a video of the owners dog biting a sleeve on someone and questioned why their dog was doing this. #malinoisuk #malinoispuppy #malinoisoftiktok #malinois #knpvlines #knpv #voodook9academy #voodoopsa #viralvideos #viral #durhamdogtrainer #durhamukbusinesses #durhamuk #northeastdogtrainer #fyp #followforfollowback #followers #protectionsportsassociation #psa #dogsports #dogtrainerguy #dogtrainer #dogsoftheday #dogtrainingtips #dogsofinstagram#dogboarding #dogboarder

Ralhie the Border Collie. From crazy vehicle reactivity to this today. This is only the second time here at Voodoo. He shocked his owner, which you can hear in the video, lol. Want to get involved here at Voodoo K9 Academy?! Pop us a message on WhatsApp on 07874806465 And check out our website www.voodook9academy.co.uk for all details, prices, videos and FAQS. Or BOOK ONLINE through our easy booking system: https://VoodooK9Academybooking.as.me/ #obediencetraining #behaviouraladjustmenttraining #dogobedience #durhamdogtraining #northeastdogtrainer #durhamdogbehaviourist #dogtraining #k9training #behaviouraldogtraining #dogbehaviourist #homevisitdogtrainer #121dogtraining #durhamdogtrainer #durhamukbusinesses #durhamuk #bordercollie

Meet Lester the lurcher! As you can here at the start of the video we had a lot of growling due to frustration and uncertainty and overall just not knowing where to put his emotions! Throughout his assessment we helped lay some foundations! We always start working through some focus drills and learning to work with the owner. As well as developing understanding of a correction through education and conditioning, so the dog understands how to process the correction to then lead to something positive! As shown we also start on the lowest form of correction/punishment to then gradually build the dog in a new set of behaviours, rather than just suppression. See how Lester learned to walk nicely next to his owner and offer regular "check ins" (looking up at his mum) rather than performing continuous craziness and unwanted behaviour. Want to get involved here at Voodoo K9 Academy?! Pop us a message on WhatsApp on 07874806465 And check out our website www.voodook9academy.co.uk for all details, prices, videos and FAQS. Or BOOK ONLINE through our easy booking system: https://VoodooK9Academybooking.as.me/ #obediencetraining #behaviouraladjustmenttraining #dogobedience #durhamdogtraining #northeastdogtrainer #durhamdogbehaviourist #dogtraining #k9training #behaviouraldogtraining #dogbehaviourist #homevisitdogtrainer #121dogtraining

Another one of our owners living the loose lead dream!!! www.voodook9academy.co.uk 07874 806465 Want to get involved here at Voodoo K9 Academy?! Pop us a message on WhatsApp on 07874806465 And check out our website www.voodook9academy.co.uk for all details, prices, videos and FAQS. Or BOOK ONLINE through our easy booking system: https://VoodooK9Academybooking.as.me/ #obediencetraining #behaviouraladjustmenttraining #dogobedience #durhamdogtraining #northeastdogtrainer #durhamdogbehaviourist #dogtraining #k9training #behaviouraldogtraining #dogbehaviourist #homevisitdogtrainer #121dogtraining

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