Chappie's Way

15/05/2024

22/04/2024

Another kind review from recent clients and their handsome lad Barney.

Keith has been amazing with my mums dog barney, he is a big labrador puppy and was very naughty lol but with keiths help barney started listening and became a joy to have around, the change in barney is incrediable i can not thank keith enough, i highly recommend his services.

Sophia & jackie

19/04/2024

One for the Trainers amongst us........

19/03/2024

Currently building a website on

01/03/2024

Hi, just found out how to post a comment/photo........... Duh! This is Viktor a 3 yr old rescue from N Macedonia (no less). He's been with us for 10 weeks now and is growing in confidence more and more each day. Taking it slowly so he never feels under pressure. Tricks and 'commands' getting into double figures though.

23/02/2024

I saw a dog in town this morning wearing a Prong Collar. The dog was walking loosely with their Handler in a calm and relaxed manner past other people and quite busy traffic showing no stress or anxiety at all......... It's actually the first time I have seen this type of collar on a dog. Frankly I don't understand it, my own dog pulls a little out of excitement (scent driven) but I would not put such a thing on any dog. Please don't reply with a 'then maybe it works' comment.

14/02/2024

Please please please respect another dog's space when out walking your own dog. Keep your dog onlead in an onlead area and don't let him/her run up to other dogs when they are not offlead. Be alert and be responsible. Thanks.

10/01/2024

Book up now for a great and innovative experience. More canine first aiders equals safer dogs everywhere.

10/01/2024

Please support the essential work of this organisation. Every member of the search team are volunteers and offer us help 24/7.

Weʼre raising money to Help us be able to purchase a Thermol Drone to help us in our searches for missing animals. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

07/01/2024

Just a little something to share with you all ..... also a chuckle at what is "suggested".

02/01/2024

Viktor and I just wanted to wish everyone in our local doggie groups a very happy new year and a safe and steady beginning to 2024.

31/12/2023

14 days ago Viktor entered our lives and changed them forever. during a process of settling in, he has proved to be the most amazing little pal. He is becoming such a gentleman, meeting one of our friends nervous rescue dogs today in our home and behaving like the prefect host (with some guidance). We are getting better at spins and with recall in the garden (even with the other dog present). What a happy experience............ wishing you all a very happy new year.

29/12/2023

Viktor enjoying life with his Holy Roller.

25/12/2023

Viktor has popped on his elf outfit to wish all a Merry Xmas.

19/12/2023

Well it has been a challenging 3 days for us all........................ early and gentle 'settling' turned to 'OMG!' and 'I don't need to sleep, I can keep going forever!' madness. With some focused training sessions around self managing his own behaviour in certain situations he has finally begun to get some well earned R&R in his 'safe space'. Today has been a bit of a game changer - hopefully.....................................

17/12/2023

Yesterday was Viktor's official 'Gotcha Day'. After 60 hours enroute to the UK he finally arrived late last night and is now beginning to settle in gently and find his way around his new home.
Always remember to introduce your rescue pups slowly to their new lives, as everything is new and can be very challenging as they may have very little reference to self-navigate emotions.
Wishing all new rescues (and adopters) the very best of futures.

04/12/2023

Hi, I was sent this video earlier today as I am introducing Scent Work as a part of my training offer and they thought I would enjoy the content. It's short but so amazing to watch and to try to understand Watch and learn.

Just how powerful is a dog's sense of smell? Today, search dog Fern is going to test out her senses to see if she can find a canister filled with pork meat -...

03/12/2023

Another great review to add the others. Thanks Shirley, Dave and Bert. "We found Keith on line as we was looking for a trainer for our British bull dog Bert and straight away after talking to Keith I knew he was exactly what we was looking he practiced positive training. We started on 6 week plan and things went so well we carried on every week until Keith moved away. we covered all aspects of training walking, sitting, taking commands and social interaction with other dogs we trained at home in the Park and street walking Bert is a different dog now and pleasure to walk. Icant thank Keith enough for his help".
Shirley, Dave,Bert

02/12/2023

Just been sent this review and wanted to share it with you................ "absolutely amazing.
really gentle and genuine.
trains according to you and your dog.
dotty 's diary will be back." Thanks Kate, It's been great working with you both.

17/11/2023

A little bit of Friday humour on the subject of canine reactivity.

14/11/2023

Training your dog (at any age) is a mark of true commitment to that dog. Remember training isn't about obedience, it's about building a positive relationship and a rewards-based (positive reinforcement) approach encourages both you and your dog to understand that learning together can be a fun and an enjoyable experience.
Chappie’s Way Dog Training is committed to delivering a positive reinforcement approach in training your dog, if you would like some professional input and guidance message Keith on [email protected]

03/11/2023

To help with nervous pets during fireworks, Classic FM will be broadcasting Pet Classics from 5pm-9pm on Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th November.
The show is a mix of calming music pieces that have been chosen especially for their soothing effect on animals, and RSPCA advice to help your pets if they are anxious. It’s available on:
🎚️ DAB
📻 100-102 FM
📱 Global Player (app and online)
🔊 Smartspeaker
📺 TV

31/10/2023

The boys await...............................................

31/10/2023

The boys await.......................................

29/10/2023

Just been sent this pic from a previous client. Skye is a beautiful GSD who has grown so much during our time together.

29/10/2023

When you're married to a talented guy with a sharp knife on Hallowe'en ................. Magic happens.