NB Dog Training

15/03/2025

In your opinion, why do some dogs become reactive and some just never do.

Is it all genetics, is it all the owners fault?

Very interested to hear people’s thoughts on this one!

03/03/2025

Owning a reactive dog is stressful. Hiding behind cars when you see other dogs, going out super early or super late to avoid seeing people/dogs, or even just not going out at all as it’s too difficult!

We get it, and we are here to help. We specialise in resolving reactivity.

Picture a walk where your dog is relaxed, walking nicely with you, enjoying their time out, and not lunging and barking when they see other dogs or people. How much happier would you and your dog be?

If that sounds like what you need, give us a message and we’ll go over our options with you and book you in to transform your dogs life!

28/02/2025

Doing my second job tomorrow night, for those that don’t know I’ve got a big passion for country music as well as dogs!

If any of you are into your country tunes, it would be great to see you guys!

Really looking forward to Niall Barnes back with us on Saturday!

Yes, he’s the one that did Country n Western night! Yeeee haaaaa!

28/02/2025

Does dog food affect behaviour?

I go to lots of different clients. Including doctors, fitness coaches and even a couple of vets and the thing I notice is that these people should know how important diet is, yet somehow overlook it in their dogs!

High carb, low meat, overly processed foods are not good for our dog’s health, but they can also MASSIVELY affect behaviour.

Carbs are broken down into sugar, so if your dog eats high carb foods, they’ll have lots of intense energy and struggle to settle, then crash afterwards, what they don’t use is also going to be stored as fat, which is also going to cause issues.

So if you are struggling with behaviour, diet is always a good place to start, as that is the fuel behind everything your dog does. ⛽️

26/02/2025

So why choose a dog walker?! There can be SO many benefits for both you and your dog 🐕...

26/02/2025

Spaces are starting to really fill up into spring/summer for reactivity rehabs and behaviour packages, so if you are thinking of booking in, don’t wait to long to get your slots as the waitlist is growing at the moment!

We get the odd session rescheduled so will do our best to get people started as soon as we can, but we have such a long list for a reason, and that’s because we get results that most trainers don’t! 😁

If you want some more info on our reactivity rehabs, give us a message and we can discuss the options!

23/02/2025

It’s never a bad idea to have a young dog believe that the best things in life come from looking to us. This is a simple way to start them on that journey!

23/02/2025

“I’ve had dogs all my life, so I know what I’m talking about”

I’ve had boilers in every house I’ve ever lived in but when ours broke last week I didn’t have a clue how to repair it, so we had a plumber come out. 🔧

I’ve had cars most of my adult life but I still go to mechanics for repairs 🚗

I’ve had a body my whole life but I still go to a doctor when I’m ill 🏥

I’ve had businesses for years but I still go to an accountant for my taxes 📈 (big up Freeman Accountancy if anyone needs an accountant 🤌🏻)

The point is that the plumber has worked on thousands of boilers, the doctor has treated thousands of patients, the mechanic has fixed thousands of cars and Rachel has done thousands of accounts. Which makes them 1000x better than I am at those things. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Experience and qualifications > Some random on Facebook who’s had 4 Yorkshire terriers and a cavapoo.

Thanks for coming to the TED talk 😂

19/02/2025

Three reasons we end up with clients that have been failed by other dog trainers

1. The training focused more on symptoms than root causes, so it’s like constantly putting bandages on a wound that needs stitches, there’s never any lasting progress. You have to zoom out and look at everything, diet, exercise, sleep, breed fulfilment, handling skills, timing, consistency etc.

2. The trainer did all the work, and never taught the owners to replicate the work. We have had hundreds of dogs that have been on £4000-£6000 board and train programs that had zero lasting impact because the dog returned home to the same environment, routine and issues as before and reverted back to it’s old behaviour.

3. The trainer tried using treats and love to fix everything.
Sounds harsh but it’s not very often that a dog is causing problems because the owner doesn’t love it enough, so a trainer coming in and adding more treats and cuddles is unlikely to change anything, if anything they get more of the problem because they unbalanced things even more than before

There are many other reasons but these are the most common, about 30-40% of our clients have had a trainer before and it didn’t work. Granted sometimes it was the owner not doing the work the trainer taught them, but then it’s a good trainers job to set clients up for success and make sure the work gets done!

If you want to know what sets us apart, give us a message and we’ll book in a free call to see how we can help you where others have failed!

11/02/2025

We always say that we don’t really train dogs at NB Dog Training.

Sounds strange I know but hear me out.

We don’t live with your dog, you do. We don’t walk your dog, you do. So even though we are more than capable of teaching and training your dog, they don’t need to be great for us, they need to be great for you!

There are training providers all over the world who will take your dog, train them to an incredible standard and they’d be back to square one within a month because you don’t know how the results were achieved and can’t replicate the process.

It’s like someone installing some amazing software on my computer, but nobody showing me how it works, it’d be a waste!

We specialise in education of humans, to train their dogs. We do this because it’s proven time and again to be the BEST way to get long term, real results that change lives for the better.

If you want to know more about this, and if it could help you, then give us a message!

09/02/2025

We are still taking bookings for reactivity rehabs over the next few months, but the slots are filling up. 🗓️

Imagine walks without hiding behind cars when you see dogs, going out before the sun comes up just to avoid other dogs. Where your dog can walk calmly and both of you feel better afterwards, not stressed and upset! 😣

If you want more info on our packages, give us a message and we’ll go through the options we have available! 🐶

29/01/2025

An actual sentence being put in place for someone not taking the ownership of a dog seriously….

Love Island winner Jack Fincham jailed for six weeks after his Cane Corso dog bit a runner

https://www.itv.com/news/2025-01-29/love-islands-jack-fincham-jailed-for-six-weeks-after-his-dog-bit-a-runner

28/01/2025

Why Dog Training Is an Investment in Your Future

Living with a dog who pulls on the lead, jumps on guests, or barks excessively can be exhausting. It often feels like a cycle of frustration, trying quick fixes or managing the behavior without lasting results.

A training package helps address these issues at the root, saving you:
🕒 Time – No more struggling through trial-and-error approaches.
💷 Money – Avoid constant spending on damaged items or ineffective tools.
😊 Stress – Gain confidence and enjoy a calmer, more balanced life with your dog.

The effort you invest in training now leads to lasting change—for both you and your dog.

26/01/2025

Apologies if content is a little slow over the next week or so!

Amy has had an operation (all fine nothing to worry about) but I’m on nurse/daddy/taxi/chef duties while she recovers!

Robyn is manning the inbox as normal though so replies/enquiries should be taken care of and all sessions should be going ahead as planned! ☺️

This will be me in every available window I have over the next few days 🥱

22/01/2025

One of our big goals of 2025 is the development of our online academy, and we need your help!

If you were to purchase a course online to help train your dog, what would you want from it?

Some of the things we’ve been asked for so far include

-Recall
-Puppy socialising
-How to become a dog trainer
-Separation anxiety

We also have plenty of ideas of our own, but what would you want to see?

21/01/2025

🐾 Struggling with Your New Puppy? We Can Help! 🐾

Toilet accidents, constant chewing, and endless energy can make the puppy stage feel overwhelming. At NB Dog Training, we turn those challenges into success with practical, stress-free solutions tailored to your busy life.

Here’s What You’ll Get:
✔️ A puppy that listens and behaves.
✔️ Solutions for biting, chewing, and house training.
✔️ Easy, effective techniques that fit into your routine.

With our expert support, you’ll enjoy a well-mannered, happy puppy – without sacrificing all your time and energy.

📞 Call us: 0161 399 0012 or 07764 379 314
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 nbdogtraining.co.uk
Or message us directly on this page!

Start today and enjoy every moment with your new companion! 🐶

Dog training and walking based in Oldham, UK Teaching you and your dog the skills you need to be safe, healthy and happy! Dog Walking Services also provided! In person training sessions, specialising in pet dogs, behavioural issues, puppies and rescue dogs. We also provide walking/check in services....

16/01/2025

We are very excited to be able to offer walks and check-in services in the below areas; with a view to expanding further afield VERY soon! Watch this space 👀

Get in touch to request a call and meet and greet with one of our lovely walkers! Please (please please!!) contact via email or phone/message only - it's so tricky to keep up with DM's!