Canine Capabilities

Canine Capabilities Dog Training and Behaviour Consulting Kirsty Wilson is qualified with a BSc hons in Animal Behaviour and Training.
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Canine Capabilities offers quality dog training, behavioural consultations, group classes and dog walking services to Ackworth and the surrounding areas. The degree allows indepth knowledge and understanding of animal behaviour and accurate behavioural diagnosis. She has 10+ years of exceptional experience training a variety of animals, specialising in obedience training and behavioural issues.

Transform Your Dog's Behaviour with Expert Guidance!At Canine Capabilities, we are passionate about strengthening the bo...
03/04/2025

Transform Your Dog's Behaviour with Expert Guidance!

At Canine Capabilities, we are passionate about strengthening the bond between you and your dog through positive, effective behaviour modification.

Why Choose Us?

* Degree-Qualified Professionals: Our team holds relevant degrees in animal behaviour, ensuring you receive expert, science-backed advice.

* Ethical & Humane Methodology: We prioritize positive reinforcement and compassionate training techniques, always putting your dog's well-being first.

* Proven Results & Excellent Client Satisfaction: We have a track record of success and glowing testimonials from happy clients (check out our reviews!).

* Dogs at the Heart of Everything We Do: We understand that every dog is unique, and we tailor our programs to meet their individual needs.

We offer:
* Personalized behaviour modification plans
* In-home training sessions
* Online consultations
* And more!

Let us help you create a harmonious and happy life with your canine companion. For more information, check out our website:

www.caninecapabilities.co.uk

It's gonna be a bright, bright, bright sun shining day ✨️🌞
01/04/2025

It's gonna be a bright, bright, bright sun shining day ✨️🌞

Happy Mothers' Day to all you incredible ladies! Love from Canine Capabilities and our team of mummy bears 🐻 πŸ’–
30/03/2025

Happy Mothers' Day to all you incredible ladies!

Love from Canine Capabilities and our team of mummy bears 🐻 πŸ’–

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23/03/2025

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Unleash Your Dog's Potential with Canine Capabilities πŸ•πŸ…

Canine Capabilities offers tailored behaviour modification courses to help your dog reach their full potential.

Our team of degree-qualified experts provides ethical and personalized services to dogs in South and West Yorkshire. πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ“πŸΎ

Give your canine companion the best chance to succeed.

β€’ Canine Capabilities is a team of experienced animal behaviourists who are passionate about helping dogs and their guardians.

β€’ We offer a variety of behaviour modification courses to address a wide range of behaviour concerns, including aggression, anxiety, and general obedience.

β€’ Our courses are tailored to the individual needs of each dog and guardians/families.

β€’ We use ethical science based methods to help dogs learn and grow.

Unleash your Canines Capabilities today

Visit our website to learn more about our services.

www.caninecapabilities.co.uk

πŸΎπŸ• Canine Capabilities offers tailored Behaviour Modification and group classes to South & West Yorkshire. πŸ•πŸΎKirsty Addy...
19/03/2025

πŸΎπŸ• Canine Capabilities offers tailored Behaviour Modification and group classes to South & West Yorkshire. πŸ•πŸΎ

Kirsty Addy BSc (Hons)

Kirsty is an experienced animal behaviourist. Her specialisation lies in behavioural modification training, an area she excels in, handling cases from basic obedience to animals with bite history. Her approach to animal training is heavily influenced by her academic background. She holds a degree in Animal Behaviour & Training, equipping her with comprehensive knowledge and theories that she adeptly applies to her practical work.

β€’ Animal Trainer and Behaviourist for 10+ years
β€’ BSc (Hons) Applied Animal Behaviour and Training
β€’ Full PACT Member
β€’ ABTC Registered ATI (Animal Training Instructor)
β€’ Full KAD Member (Kids around dogs)

Jodie BSc (hons)

Jodie Wilson is a highly skilled and qualified animal behaviourist with a BSc in Canine and Feline Behaviour and Welfare. With over two years of professional experience, Jodie specialises in behavioural modification for dogs and cats, successfully tackling everything from basic obedience to more challenging behavioural issues. Drawing on her academic expertise and practical experience, Jodie uses compassionate, evidence-based techniques to deliver customised, effective training solutions that foster lasting, positive results.

For more information about our services please contact us.

Contact number: 07756152646
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.canineapabilities.co.uk

We absolutely love getting feedback from clients! Even years after beginning their training journey with us :-) This is ...
19/03/2025

We absolutely love getting feedback from clients! Even years after beginning their training journey with us :-)

This is beautiful girl Hattie and her (non biological) brother Cooper ❀️

Cooper came to our puppy classes back in 2022 and worked super hard as an excitable puppy 🐢

Hattie came to us after a poor start in life, being used as a breeding bitch for our behaviour modification programme in 2023 πŸ… working through her anxiety and reactivity towards other dogs πŸ• πŸ’•

Denise update March 2025

"Hi Kirsty hope you & your beautiful little family are all doing well

Just a video to show you how well your training of me πŸ˜‰ with Hattie is still going

Big field at Nostell I’m brave enjoy to let her off lead (when no dogs are near lol) I still have to be aware of surroundings as she’s still not keen on dogs off lead but big improvements ###"

Friday morning feeling 🌞πŸ₯°πŸ•
14/03/2025

Friday morning feeling 🌞πŸ₯°πŸ•

 🌸 Happy International Women's Day! 🌸Today, we celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and leadership of women al...
08/03/2025


🌸 Happy International Women's Day! 🌸

Today, we celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and leadership of women all around the world. I’m especially proud to highlight two amazing women who inspire us every day:

πŸ’ͺ Kirsty – The powerhouse behind Canine Capabilities, showing what it means to be a strong and dedicated businesswoman. Her hard work and vision continue to shape the success of the company.

πŸ’– Jodie – A valued member of our team who brings passion, dedication, and expertise to everything she does. A true example of strength and teamwork.

Both of these amazing women are not only strong leaders but also loving mothers and wives, balancing it all with grace. Today, we honour and appreciate all that they do, both in business and at home.

A special shoutout to all our incredible female volunteers and those on work placements – your support and contributions are vital to the success of our mission. Your hard work and passion make a real difference, and we’re so thankful for all that you do.

Kirsty and Jodie are having a playdate with the little ones and discussing business tactics, ready for our return to wor...
07/03/2025

Kirsty and Jodie are having a playdate with the little ones and discussing business tactics, ready for our return to work πŸ˜ŠπŸ’•

At Canine Capabilities, we proudly recognize the strong working mums who are the heart of our business. πŸ’ͺπŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Their dedication, resilience, and unwavering passion for both their families and our furry friends inspire us every day. We’re so grateful to have these incredible women at the core of what we do. To all the working mums making a differenceβ€”thank you for everything you do! 🌟

🫡 WE NEED YOU πŸ«΅β€ΌοΈ CALLING OUT ALL LOCAL BUSINESSES ‼️We are looking for the following to support our amazing annual dog ...
25/02/2025

🫡 WE NEED YOU 🫡

‼️ CALLING OUT ALL LOCAL BUSINESSES ‼️

We are looking for the following to support our amazing annual dog show in aid of The Prince of Wales Hospice ✨️✨️

βœ…οΈ Stall Holders
βœ…οΈ Class Sponsors
βœ…οΈ Raffle Donations
βœ…οΈ Volunteers
βœ…οΈ Anyone who would like to get involved!!

EVENT DETAILS:

31ST OF AUGUST 2025
11:30AM - 3PM

πŸ“THE FIELD OPPOSITE DS SMITH PACKAGING, FEATHERSTONE, WF7 5DF

Hey everyone πŸ˜€πŸ•πŸΎWe've been working hard behind the scenes, updating our systems. Please bare with us for any delays in c...
22/02/2025

Hey everyone πŸ˜€πŸ•πŸΎ

We've been working hard behind the scenes, updating our systems.

Please bare with us for any delays in communication, and our new work number is 07756152646.

[email protected]
www.caninecapabilities.co.uk

Let's welcome Hugo and Max to our walking gang! πŸ˜πŸ•πŸΎCanine Capabilities is starting to take new walking clients πŸ’–πŸ• Feel f...
03/02/2025

Let's welcome Hugo and Max to our walking gang! πŸ˜πŸ•πŸΎ

Canine Capabilities is starting to take new walking clients πŸ’–πŸ• Feel free to drop us a message to see how we can help you

Behaviour packages will be open towards the end of March πŸŽ‰

Canine Capabilities would like to wish Rosie a very happy birthday πŸŽ‚ πŸ₯³ Rosie is a vital member of our team and has been ...
29/01/2025

Canine Capabilities would like to wish Rosie a very happy birthday πŸŽ‚ πŸ₯³

Rosie is a vital member of our team and has been volunteering with us for over 4 years now! Her industry skills have helped hundreds of dogs during stooge dog sessions and introduced new dogs to our group walks.

Thank you, Rosie, you are incredible! Have a great day πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

Balancing Motherhood and Dog Training πŸ€±πŸ•πŸ†Navigating the Challenges of Being a Mom and a Business OwnerIntroduction πŸ’–As a...
10/01/2025

Balancing Motherhood and Dog Training πŸ€±πŸ•πŸ†

Navigating the Challenges of Being a Mom and a Business Owner

Introduction πŸ’–

As a mother of three young children and a degree-qualified animal behaviourist, I understand firsthand the joy and challenges that come with raising a family while running a business. It can be overwhelming to juggle the needs of my children, my clients, and my team, all while ensuring that my dog training business thrives. However, my experiences as both a mother and a business owner have shaped my approach to dog training, providing me with unique insights and a deeper connection to my clients.

The Challenges of Balancing Motherhood and Business Ownership πŸ€±πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ“πŸ“‹

Running a dog training business involves a significant amount of responsibility. I’m not only accountable for my clients’ dogs and their progress but also for the wellbeing of my staff and volunteers. Add in the responsibilities of childcare, managing a household, and keeping up with family life, and the balance becomes even more delicate.

Some of the biggest challenges I face include:

- Prioritizing competing demands: My days are full, and balancing work commitments with my children's needs often requires careful planning and constant flexibility.

- Managing my diary: Finding the right balance between client sessions, family time, and personal self-care is a daily challenge.

- Emotional and mental strains: The pressure of ensuring my clients’ dogs progress while managing my personal and professional life can sometimes feel overwhelming.

- Meeting the needs of everyone around me: From my children and husband to my staff, volunteers, and clients, everyone has demands that need to be met.

Time Management: Finding a Rhythm That Works ⌚️⏳️

One of the key ways I manage to balance my responsibilities is by being incredibly organized with my time. I work around school hours and childcare schedules, ensuring that my working hours align with my children’s needs. Flexibility is crucial, and sometimes that means rearranging client sessions or finding creative solutions for when I have unexpected parenting demands, such as breastfeeding or sick days.
I also rely heavily on my teamβ€”my staff and volunteersβ€”who help support the business operations, allowing me to step away when necessary to meet family obligations.

The Importance of Support πŸ«‚βœ¨οΈ

What I’ve learned is that I can’t do it all on my own. Asking for help and seeking support from both my family and my business network has been crucial to maintaining a healthy balance. Whether it’s a trusted childcare provider or a colleague who can step in for a dog training session, building a strong support system is essential to thriving in both roles.

Empathy and Practicality in Dog Training πŸ’–πŸ•

Being a mother and business owner has deepened my empathy, not just for my own children, but for my clients as well. I can relate to the challenges they face in finding time to train their dogs while managing busy lives. This personal experience influences the way I approach dog trainingβ€”focusing on practical, realistic methods that clients can integrate into their everyday routines.
Understanding the juggling act that many of my clients face allows me to tailor training programs that are not only effective but also considerate of their time and lifestyle.

Conclusion 🐢🐾

Being a mother of three and running a dog training business comes with its set of challenges, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. My experiences have made me more empathetic and understanding as a dog trainer, while also encouraging me to be more resourceful, organized, and dedicated. I strive to offer the same level of support to my clients, helping them achieve their training goals while managing the complexities of their own busy lives. After all, the key to success is not doing everything alone, but knowing when to ask for help and finding a balance that works for you.

Merry Christmas from our families to yours πŸŽ…β€οΈπŸ•
25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from our families to yours πŸŽ…β€οΈπŸ•

Canine Capabilities would like to congratulate Jodie on the birth of her beautiful son Luca πŸ₯°πŸ’™
10/12/2024

Canine Capabilities would like to congratulate Jodie on the birth of her beautiful son Luca πŸ₯°πŸ’™

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Pontefract

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

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+447708666004

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