Doherty Dog Services

Doherty Dog Services One to One Puppy Training
Folkestone, Kent
Email [email protected] or check out www.dohertydogservices.com for more info & to book!

Nobody wants a dog that can't listen or relax because they're in a new place. Getting your pup used to a range of differ...
21/09/2025

Nobody wants a dog that can't listen or relax because they're in a new place. Getting your pup used to a range of different types of places early on is key for a confident explorer later.

It’s also way more fun for all of you to able to take your dog anywhere you like without worrying it's going to be stressful for them. That includes day trips and holidays, but just new walking spots too.

Try to visit the following places with your puppy as part of their early socialisation:

🌲Forest/Woods
⛱️Beach
👨🏻‍⚕️Vet clinic
✂️Groomers
🧍🏾‍♀️Friend’s homes
🚇Public transport
🏬Dog friendly shops
☕ Coffee shops, cafes pubs and restaurants
🛗Places with automatic doors, lifts and escalators

Pic of Golden Retriever puppy Cassie learning to settle in a local coffee shop 🐶♥️

Reminder of my Puppy Trainer Q&A Session at Not for Humans tomorrow 11-1230 :)
19/09/2025

Reminder of my Puppy Trainer Q&A Session at Not for Humans tomorrow 11-1230 :)

Duke earning his keep today! His super strength is his confidence and engagement out on walks so I bought him out with m...
16/09/2025

Duke earning his keep today! His super strength is his confidence and engagement out on walks so I bought him out with my baby cockerpoo client for a bit of role modelling of those skills.

How many dogs do you know that hate fireworks? Noises can be such a major source of anxiety and stress for adult dogs! Y...
11/09/2025

How many dogs do you know that hate fireworks? Noises can be such a major source of anxiety and stress for adult dogs! You can future proof your puppy by getting them used to a range of noises early on- youtube can be super helpful for this! Try to get your pup used to these in particular:

- Sirens
- Thunder & lightning
- Motorbikes and other noisy vehicles
- Heavy rain and wind
- Pots and pan banging
- The hoover, washing machine & other appliances
- Dogs barking
- Cats meowing’
- And of course, fireworks

Are there any noises that scare your dog? 🐶♥️

Hi there! If you're here for puppy training, you're in the right place. If you'd like to chat with me about how I can he...
11/09/2025

Hi there! If you're here for puppy training, you're in the right place. If you'd like to chat with me about how I can help you give your puppy the very best start, you can email [email protected] or WhatsApp 07307 175716. I'll get back to you as soon as I can 😊
Make sure to follow this page for puppy training tips, ideas and advice 🐶♥️

04/09/2025

Socialisation is about so much more than playing with other puppies! Today Rua and I headed out for her first training walk. But the actual walking was really the least important part of it. The important bit was her learning to feel safe and confident in the world that she lives in. That new places, noises and experiences are good things and that she can trust that her humans will keep her safe. Thats why this part of a puppys life is so important - it primes their expectations of the world for the rest of their lives 🐶♥️

03/09/2025

Want to have the best possible relationship with your puppy?
My ultimate puppy training programme is for you. Here's what it includes:

Our Ultimate 3 month Puppy Training programme:
🐕6 x one to one 1 hour training sessions to get the guidance you need
🐕6 X 1 hour midweek puppy training walks so your puppy gets the socialisation they need when you’re busy
🐕Bundle of treats, chews and toys picked with your puppy’s specific needs in mind
🐕Personalised shopping list of the treats and toys chosen for your individual puppy
🐕Video notes and a training plan
🐕Video critique and feedback in between sessions
🐕Unlimited WhatsApp support
🐕Client Handbook PDF
£1099 (payment plans available)

Email [email protected] or message me to arrange a call and get booked in!

Hot take: a puppy class isn’t the best way to socialise your puppy- and I used to run puppy classes. Playing with other ...
02/09/2025

Hot take: a puppy class isn’t the best way to socialise your puppy- and I used to run puppy classes.
Playing with other puppies doesn’t actually teach your puppy how to be a dog. A patient and friendly, but not boisterous, adult dog is a far better first playmate than another puppy for helping your puppy learn to say hi politely and engage appropriately with other dogs.

Your puppy absolutely does not need to meet every dog you come across on your walks! Whilst a lot of adult dogs will tolerate your puppy’s nonsense, not all will and it’s better to avoid a negative interaction if you’re unsure.

It’s important to get your pup confident around a range of dog breeds and types of dogs but they really don’t need to be besties with all of them. Over-do the dog to dog play with your puppy and you’ll just have to work 10x harder on your pup's engagement and recall later on. On that note, avoid the dog run with your puppy. It’s just too overwhelming for them and it’s a great place to pick up gross germs their immune system isn’t ready for! 🐶♥️

To raise a puppy who is calm and confident around lots of different types of people, they need to see different types of...
31/08/2025

To raise a puppy who is calm and confident around lots of different types of people, they need to see different types of people when they’re young. There’s no need to have every person they meet give them a treat-this won’t happen when they’re an adult. In fact, there’s no need for your pup to greet every person they come across, as that’s not what you want from your pup when they’re grown either. It’s just about them getting used to, and being comfortable just hanging out near:

👶🏼Babies and toddlers, including those in prams/ buggies
👧🏽 Older children and teenagers
👵🏿Older adults
👩🏽‍🦼People using a wheelchair, cane, walking stick or other mobility aid
🚶‍♀️People of all genders
🚶🏾‍♂️People of all ethnicities
🎩 People wearing hats, glasses, backpacks, umbrellas, carrying luggage etc
👷🏾‍♂️ People wearing hi-vis’ and other PPE


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Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm

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