Distinctive K9

Distinctive K9 Dog Training and Rehabilitation Specialists. Based in the North East of England. Will your dog be our next success story?

What can we help you with?

-Reactivity to people, dogs, or environmental stimuli such as cars or cyclists. This includes when on a walk as well as in the garden or home.
-Leash Pulling
-Excessive Barking
-Aggressiveness (including food aggression)
-Unwanted Lunging/Jumping on People
-Separation Anxiety
-Fears and Phobias (e.g. hoovers, the sight of grooming or claw clipping tools)
-Extreme Lack o

f Recall
-Dogs who have become Territorial
-Reactivity When Being Groomed
-Chewing the Leash
-Reactivity getting into or being in a car

Our no results or your money back guarantee is only valid for clients who have had at least 3 training sessions with us and allowed us to take videos of their dog's behaviour before and after training. Cancellation Policy:

Please note that all deposits are non-refundable. If you cancel your appointment more than 3 days (72 hours) before your scheduled time and have paid in full, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the total payment. Cancellations made within 2 days (48 hours) of the appointment will not be eligible for any refund.

04/01/2026

Dog training isn't always fast and flash - sometimes it's about turning a loud and chaotic mind into a quiet one.

This is a little snippet from one of our client's training sessions. Previously, Shenzie would lose her mind at someone walking past the garden, and her family having guests in the home was just completely out of the picture.

Being a dog trainer and behaviourist is about educating and teaching people how to understand their dogs, which is why in the video below I am explaining why we are doing what we are doing instead of just giving instructions.

If you’d like to transform your stressed and chaotic dog into a happy, calm companion, get in touch! 🐾

In the next couple of months, we will be launching an educational video subscription service. This will include exclusive training and educational videos designed to help you transform your dogs behaviour!

Happy New Year Everyone! We've had a massive number of enquiries over the last 3 days! We are finally up to date and hav...
03/01/2026

Happy New Year Everyone! We've had a massive number of enquiries over the last 3 days! We are finally up to date and have replied to everyone. January is usually one of the busiest times of the year for us, so please understand that we can only hold date/ time slots for clients who have paid a deposit 🐾

23/12/2025

You can't program your dog like a computer. They make mistakes, and you will too. It's all part of the process!

18/12/2025

Real life dog training isn't always smooth sailing. Be realistic about expectations and be patient.

We will be launching a subscription service in the new year, where you can view exclusive dog training content 🐾

This is a pretty hard pill to swallow, but it needs to be said. Too many people choose big and strong breeds because the...
15/12/2025

This is a pretty hard pill to swallow, but it needs to be said. Too many people choose big and strong breeds because they think they look cool and offer some sort of security.

The reality is this: if you cannot physically control your dog, you are putting yourself—and everyone around you—at risk. When a large, strong dog is not properly handled, the consequences can be serious and far-reaching.

These breeds can be incredible companions in the right hands. But big, powerful dogs require strength, experience, consistency, and responsibility. They are not suitable for everyone, and pretending otherwise does a disservice to the dog and to public safety.

Another wonderful review 😊
08/12/2025

Another wonderful review 😊

01/12/2025

Meet Roy 🐾

Hannah contacted us as walking Roy had become extremely difficult due to his strength and leash pulling. He tends to weave side to side as well, and occasionally likes to dive at objects in the street 🙈

Roy also needs a little help learning how to greet other dogs appropriately, however we will work on this in later training.

As you can see in the video, it took us a few reps, but we managed to walk past the mud patch without Roy diving in on it, which has made his walks a lot more comfortable for his family, as they no longer get dragged down the street when he finds something interesting 😅

Well done Hannah, we are glad to hear Roy is doing great, and we look forward to working with you again in the New year!

If you would like our help with your Chaotic Canine, get in touch!

30/11/2025

Top Tip for early success! You can't make a bad habit if you don't fall into one 🐾 Follow us for more tips and advice on all things dog training and rehabilitation!

We've enjoyed our holiday at Tenerife 🦜 I'm looking forward to Decembers consultations and training sessions, and we wil...
27/11/2025

We've enjoyed our holiday at Tenerife 🦜 I'm looking forward to Decembers consultations and training sessions, and we will be back to our regular educational video uploads soon!

21/11/2025

It's quite rare, but sometimes ignoring certain behaviours can cause them to subside. When using this method of training, it is important to understand what an Extinction Burst is. Find out in this video!

17/11/2025

Meet Glenn 🐾

Debbie contacted us as she was no longer enjoying walks with Glenn due to his leash pulling and over excitment towards other dogs. He also had issues when people knocked at the front door, or came into the home.

Over the last couple of weeks, Debbie and Glenn have made amazing progress and today we had a training session with one of our helper dogs (Rosie). We taught Debbie how to manage and train Glenn so that he can walk nicely past, or with, another dog.

Well done Debbie! You've put in a lot of work and we can't wait to hear of Glenn's progress over the coming weeks! 🩵🐾

If you would like our help with your Chaotic Canine, get in touch!

If you want real results, you need to be consistent with your dog's lifestyle. What behaviours you allow and don't allow...
13/11/2025

If you want real results, you need to be consistent with your dog's lifestyle. What behaviours you allow and don't allow is important, and everyone must follow the same set of rules.

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