It's Not the Dog - Dog Training

13/05/2024

Fantastic fun agility sessions yesterday

23/03/2024

Next group puppy class starts 1st June and runs for 5 weeks. Small fun classes in a secure field.
- Lead Manners
- Recall
- Stopping Puppy Biting
- Stopping jumping up
- Leave IT
- Getting focus and attention
- Appropriate play
Book on line at

At It's Not the Dog we work with small groups of owners and dogs using only positive reinforcement dog training methods for effective results. Based in Bedfordshire we offer group classes and 1-2-1 for puppies and dogs. We even offer free support to indivduals who have offered homes to rescue dogs.

15/02/2024

Want to say a big thank you to these intrepid puppy trainers. Thanks for braving the weather, but most of all thanks for being so much fun to work with. Look forward to seeing you all again soon. 🐾🩷

05/02/2024

- Do you want your new puppy to have great puppy manners?
- Be able to focus and pay attention to you?
- Walk nicely on the lead?
- Learn the fundamentals of achieving a great recall?
- Leave items when asked?
- Meet other pups of a similar age at a safe distance?
- Plus advice on toilet training, mouthing, jumping up and appropriate play?
Suitable for puppies after their vaccinations or older friendly dogs that want to learn too.
Next Class Saturday Mornings 9.15am Starting 02/03/2024.
Small groups held outdoors in 1 acre secure field.
Assessed and experienced IMDT qualified trainers. Book online at www.itsnotthedog.co.uk or email [email protected]
https://www.itsnotthedog.co.uk/pro…/5-week-group-puppy-class

26/12/2023

Our 5-week group puppy classes focus on gaining real life skills. Helping you form a harmonious family is our aim. Our classes are friendly and relaxed. Everyone has the opportunity to talk about their specific problems with a qualified and experienced IMDT trainer. Everyone is welcome, pups that like the sound of their own voice - welcome. Scared pups - welcome. Pups who think they're rule the roost - welcome. Children - welcome too (please bring an adult though :-))
Check out the website to see what we cover in detail, but the favourites are all there - lead manners, recall and leave it - to name a few.
Cost: £90. Location: MK43 0. Start date: Sunday 14th January at 10.45am (for 5 weeks).
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Suitable for puppies as soon as they have received their final vaccinations; we concentrate on working on key skills to improve the communication between you allowing you to train your dog to fit into your family happily. These early days are very important to your puppy's development so getting to....

15/12/2023

Better late than never! Lots of dates added to the website for 2024. Including a kids workshop on January 7th and a Puppy group class starting Sunday 14th January.
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At It's Not the Dog we work with small groups of owners and dogs using only positive reinforcement dog training methods for effective results. Based in Bedfordshire we offer group classes and 1-2-1 for puppies and dogs. We even offer free support to indivduals who have offered homes to rescue dogs.

06/09/2023

Do you want your new puppy to have great puppy manners? Be able to focus and pay attention to you? Walk nicely on the lead? Learn the fundamentals of achieving a great recall? Meet other pups of a similar age at a safe distance? Plus advice on toilet training, mouthing, jumping up and appropriate play?
Suitable for puppies after their vaccinations or older friendly dogs that what to learn too.
Next Class Tuesday Evenings 5.30pm starting 19th September. Other class dates can be booked on our website.
Small groups held outdoors in 1 acre secure field.
Assessed and experienced IMDT qualified trainers. Book online at www.itsnotthedog.co.uk or email [email protected]
https://www.itsnotthedog.co.uk/pro…/5-week-group-puppy-class
Picture of Ted - previous Puppy School Graduate 😍

09/06/2023

Secure dog field hire www.itsnotthedog.co.uk

28/04/2023

We’re not into big events or busy classes, we love working in small groups with like minded dog lovers who over time become good friends 💝

22/03/2023

Who’s coming Puppy Training - 5 week class starting Tuesday 18th of April at 5:30 pm.
Do you want your puppy to have great manners?
Able to walk on a lead nicely?
Come back to you when called?
Stop play biting?
Stop jumping?
Be able to leave it and disengage? Book online at www.itsnotthedog.co.uk 

22/01/2023

Do you need to learn some techniques to stop your dog pulling on lead?
Join us for 3 x 1-hour sessions to help you and your dog enjoy your walks more. We're not going to lie, there's no quick fixes, no gimmicks or contraptions, just understanding, communication and practise! £90 per dog.

We'll explain some of the reasons why your dog pulls, we'll look at the best methods of restraining your dog and show you some ways to techniques to encourage your dog to pay attention to you and walk nicely. We will look at gaining and keeping your dog's focus and attention even when out and about....

20/01/2023

One space has become available on our 4 week puppy class starting TOMORROW!  We know it’s short notice, we know it’s cold!  This little girl is brave enough, are you? Book online at www.itsnotthedog.co.uk

09/10/2022

- Do you want your new puppy to have great puppy manners?
- Be able to focus and pay attention to you?
- Walk nicely on the lead?
- Learn the fundamentals of achieving a great recall?
- Meet other pups of a similar age at a safe distance?
- Plus advice on toilet training, mouthing, jumping up and appropriate play?
Suitable for puppies after their vaccinations or older friendly dogs that want to learn too.
Next Class Saturday Mornings 9.15am Starting 29/10/2022.
Small groups held outdoors in 1 acre secure field.
Assessed and experienced IMDT qualified trainers. Book online at www.itsnotthedog.co.uk or email [email protected]
https://www.itsnotthedog.co.uk/pro…/5-week-group-puppy-class
Picture of Nellie - previous Puppy School Graduate 😍

Suitable for puppies as soon as they have received their final vaccinations; we concentrate on working on key skills to improve the communication between you allowing you to train your dog to fit into your family happily. These early days are very important to your puppy's development so getting to....

12/08/2022

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06/07/2022

05/06/2022

Just one space remaining on the Puppy Class due to start next week Saturday 11th at 9.15am and running for 5 weeks.
Featuring :
- Lead Manners,
- Recall,
- Focus and Attention,
- Breed and Age Approriate Play,
- Socialisation,
- Dealing with Mouthing
and much more...
Book online at https://www.itsnotthedog.co.uk/product-page/5-week-group-puppy-class
Pictured - Munchie, previous Puppy School Grad

18/04/2022

Group Recall Remedies Workshop - £75. Sunday 8th May 10.00am - 12.30. We'll explain some of the reasons why your dog doesn't come back when called and we'll look at ways you can work on getting your dog to return. We specifically work on getting a good recall even when your dog is faced with disractions and temptations. Book via our website www.itsnotthedog.co.uk or email [email protected]

15/04/2022

Let the Bank Holiday fun begin 🐶

17/03/2022

The March Group Puppy Course maybe sold out but look who's just booked in to the 1-2-1 Puppy Course 🥰
Otto

06/03/2022

Who's coming to Puppy School?
www.itsnotthedog.co.uk
Picture of Bently - previous Puppy School Graduate

05/03/2022

Our New Puppy Class dates have been added to our website and can be booked online at www.itsnotthedog.co.uk. Assessed, qualified and experienced instructors helping you and your dog with those all-important puppy manners.
Picture of Ralphie previous Puppy School Graduate.

27/02/2022

12/10/2021

Join us for 3 sessions of 1 ¼ hours to learn how to gain your dog’s focus and attention on cue, how to walk nicely on a lead and improve those very important recall skills. Suitable for dogs and humans of all ages that need to learn the basics or simply refresh and improve the skills they already have. Each week we’ll troubleshoot any general problems your having and socialise with other canines in a controlled and calm manner. Book via the webiste https://www.itsnotthedog.co.uk/ 'Best of Basics'

13/09/2021

Saturday Group Puppy class has sold out so we've added a class on a Wednesday evening at 5pm. Starting September 29th and running for 5 weeks. Want to teach your pup good manners, loose lead walking, recall and great impulse control? Learn how to effectively and fairly communicate with your dog so that they can be the family member you want them to be. Check out the website www.itsnotthedog.co.uk
IMDT Accredited Trainer.
Secure Training Field.

11/07/2021

Peggy the Bedlington Terrier currently in our Puppy Class - new dates have been added to the website for classes starting in September book yours now before they're all gone again! 😁
https://www.itsnotthedog.co.uk/product-page/5-week-group-puppy-class

07/07/2021

As part of our Puppy Classes we always look at ways to play with our dogs in an appropriate way. Here's the beautiful Bella playing in the tunnels and hansome Barney NOT playing Find It! 🤦‍♀️ We think he'd rather be outside 😂. What games does your dog love to play?

05/07/2021

The beautiful Nancy, here for a day of training and fun in our secure field. www.itsnotthedog.co.uk.

04/07/2021

Two great groups of puppy classes finished this week. It was an absolute pleasure to work with you all. Look forward to seeing some of you at Intermediate class in September! 🐾💕

01/07/2021

Just one more place left on the group puppy classes starting Thursday 8th July at 6.15pm. More information on the website www.itsnotthedog.co.uk or email [email protected]
Featured; Nellie, Munchie, Ralphie and Misty.