Dogs 4 Life

Dogs 4 Life Nick Wilson is a Canine Behaviourist and Trainer from New Plymouth. He is an ex Police Dog Handler. Nick provides on going follow up. Contact Nick for details.

Nick Wilson is a qualified Canine Behaviourist and Dog Trainer. He is an ex Police dog handler who specialises in addressing dog behaviour problems and teaching functional, modern day obedience principals.


– Contact Nick now on 027 595 6278 or email [email protected] for an obligation free inquiry. Nick has assisted hundreds of clients to overcome behaviour issues with their dogs such as:
Sep

aration anxiety
Excessive barking
Biting
Jumping
Digging
Pulling on the lead
Chewing
Toilet training
Hyperactivity and eating disorders
Obedience Training
Dog Aggression
Obedience Issues

He has worked with a large variety of breeds ranging from toy poodles to great danes. Dogs 4 Life offer the following services:

Behaviour Modification Consultation:
Dogs 4 Life visit the client at their home and assess the issues that they are experiencing with their dog. Strategies and techniques to overcome the issues are put in place with hands on dog work demonstrated to the owner. A detailed report outlining the strategies is forwarded to the client. Premium Dog Training Consultation:
As above however the Premium Dog Training Consultation is for more serious problems that can not be addressed during a 1 day consultation. Dogs 4 Life will take the dog for 2 hours a day for a 5 day period for behaviour modification/training sessions and socialisation. A detailed report is completed and forwarded to the client. At the end of the 5 day period a session is conducted where by the owner is coached on the training and techniques that the dog has been introduced to. On going follow up is provided. The Puppy Programme:
For puppies up to 6 months old. Dogs 4 Life will visit the client and puppy at their home address and introduce a routine to make the puppies transition into the new home as smooth as possible. This includes advice on toilet training, sleeping, training, exercise etc. and the client is coached on how best to interact with the puppy in order to meet it's needs during this crucial period. A detailed report is provided. This programme is also available for clients who have older puppies and who require assistance with a routine and/or training. Functional Modern Day One on One Obedience Sessions:
Specialising in solving modern day issues such as the recall, walking on the lead, all commands, tricks, searching etc. Coaching of clients in dog training techniques and principles to ensure you get the best out of your dog. In House Dog Minding:
Are you going away for a couple of nights and want to leave your dog at home in familiar surroundings? Dogs 4 Life will come to your house - feed, water and exercise your dog. Your dog will also have playtime and a pat while you are away. Whilst based in New Plymouth New Zealand Nick is available for Skype consultations regardless of your location. Dogs 4 Life - Specialists in one on one training and behaviour modification.

Meet Frankie the 6 month old Pug/French Bulldog cross who I have been working with. Frankie is a little honey, a real ch...
04/11/2025

Meet Frankie the 6 month old Pug/French Bulldog cross who I have been working with.
Frankie is a little honey, a real character.
Frankie came to her owners later than the normal 8 week mark so we have had to initiate a little bit of catch up regarding her environmental socialisation.
This includes exposure to other dogs on the lead and traffic.
Frankie has progressed beautifully.
Frankie lives with an older dog named Tank who is a Shar Pei cross. Tank is a Legend - I worked with him 10 years ago and it is so nice to see him now.
Together with Tank, Frankie is also now thriving in a wonderful, loving family who are prepared to put the work into their dogs.
It was an absolute pleasure working with this gorgeous puppy and her new pack.
Good girl Frankie!
Great job Gil and Jess.

Meet Nova the stunning pure white German Shepherd who I have been working with.Nova is 8 months old and she lives next t...
03/11/2025

Meet Nova the stunning pure white German Shepherd who I have been working with.
Nova is 8 months old and she lives next to a very busy road which has contributed to her being nervous during her walks.
We have worked on this and have also given her some new skills to aid in her confidence.
Whilst not yet the finished product Nova is progressing very nicely.
What a thrill it was to work with such a beautiful animal.
Good girl Nova!
Great job Daniel.

If anyone is looking for a longline I have some in stock.Made from marine grade super strong double braid rope these lon...
03/11/2025

If anyone is looking for a longline I have some in stock.
Made from marine grade super strong double braid rope these longlines are 5 metres long and can be made longer if required.
The outer layer is soft and easy on the hands.
The longlines come with a clip and a very tidily spliced handle.
Longlines are a fantastic training tool and a great option for exercising your dog safely.
PM me if you are interested in one.

This is Aroha who is deaf and unfortunately has had quite a story. This beautiful girl was found wandering in the mounta...
30/10/2025

This is Aroha who is deaf and unfortunately has had quite a story.

This beautiful girl was found wandering in the mountain ranges. She was malnourished and her skin and pads were in a real mess. In short Aroha was in a very bad state.

Imagine being stuck in the bush with no food, failing health and not being able to hear anything.

Fortunately the wonderful people who found Aroha got straight to work and fed her, took her in and got her warm and healthy again.

Aroha is now in an amazing home where she has shelter, the warmth of a fire, food and so much love.

Aroha also goes to work with her Mum which is wonderful. There is another dog at work and together they play and have so much fun.

We worked on nailing Aroha’s sign language which is her way of communicating. We also worked on her maintaining a calm state when the many workers come into her space in the office at work. Aroha is making great progress and is learning to trust again.

It always astounds me that dogs don’t need alot and they give so much back, yet humans consistently let them down.

I am so happy that this beautiful girl has found the wonderful home that she deserves and can now live a wonderful enriching life that is full of love.

It has been very rewarding and a real privilege for me to be able to work with Aroha and her wonderful owners.

Good girl Aroha! ❤️

Meet Rocky the 5 month old Heading Dog cross who has just completed The Puppy Programme. Rocky was born on a farm and is...
28/10/2025

Meet Rocky the 5 month old Heading Dog cross who has just completed The Puppy Programme.
Rocky was born on a farm and is now adjusting beautifully to city life.
Rocky lives with an older dog and 3 cats.
Rocky is also a bit of a superstar!
Rocky has a big personality and is a puppy who simply wants to please. This beautiful boys tail is always wagging and when you are in his presence, you can’t help but be happy.
This is what we are always looking for in a puppy - a happy, well adjusted confident animal who will be set up for life.
I really enjoyed working with this little guy.
Good boy Rocky!
Great job Kelsie and family.

Meet Tui the beautiful 16 week old German Shepherd cross puppy who I have been working with. Tui has joined a big family...
22/10/2025

Meet Tui the beautiful 16 week old German Shepherd cross puppy who I have been working with.
Tui has joined a big family and she has slotted in effortlessly.
Tui is very calm and placid for her age and she has done very well with her initial training.
It was an absolute pleasure to work with this beautiful puppy.
Good girl Tui!
Great job Rebecca, Janko and family.

Everybody loves a Golden Retriever. Meet Louie the stunning 7 month old Golden who I am working with. We are working on ...
14/10/2025

Everybody loves a Golden Retriever.
Meet Louie the stunning 7 month old Golden who I am working with.
We are working on Louie’s engagement and impulse control and he is doing fantastic.
For a dog of his age he has a very solid obedience foundation.
Louie is stunning too - he has the most beautiful golden coat and he is a pleasure to work with.
Good boy Louie!

Meet Lucy the cutest little Toy Poodle cross in the land. Lucy has just completed the Puppy Programme. This little girl ...
09/10/2025

Meet Lucy the cutest little Toy Poodle cross in the land.
Lucy has just completed the Puppy Programme.
This little girl goes everywhere with her mum and dad. She even has her own pram and personalised collar to match her lovely jacket.
Lucy despite her size is a real character. She also has the most beautiful jet black coat and eyes to match.
What a pleasure it was to work with this lovely puppy.
Good girl Lucy!

Meet Rocky the 1 year old Spoodle who I have been working with. Rocky is a very intelligent young dog. This little girl ...
08/10/2025

Meet Rocky the 1 year old Spoodle who I have been working with.
Rocky is a very intelligent young dog.
This little girl is also very busy, living near a public walkway she reacts to passers by and her behaviour reflects the busy environment.
We have worked on promoting a calm state inside and also when she is around other dogs.
By the time Rocky got to her last session she was really hitting her straps, the engagement with her owner was next level and it was so pleasing to see.
It was such a pleasure to work with this beautiful girl.
Good girl Rocky!
Great job Monica.

Meet Izzy the very special 5 month old pedigree Irish Wolfhound. Izzy has just completed the Puppy Programme. Izzy is a ...
07/10/2025

Meet Izzy the very special 5 month old pedigree Irish Wolfhound.
Izzy has just completed the Puppy Programme.
Izzy is a real character and she is already a very large dog.
Initially bred for hunting the Irish Wolfhound is one of the largest dog breeds.
Being a minority breed it was a real treat for me to work with this beautiful animal.
Good girl Izzy!
Great job Faye and family.

Last month I attended the Taranaki Police Dog Section first ever reunion.This was held in New Plymouth and a huge amount...
02/10/2025

Last month I attended the Taranaki Police Dog Section first ever reunion.
This was held in New Plymouth and a huge amount of effort went into organising the occasion.
Big thanks to the Dog Section for putting together such a great night.
As part of the evening we toasted handlers who are no longer with us and the Dog Section.
Since its inception 68 years ago the Taranaki Police Dog Section has had just 30 handlers and 3 supervisors.
A highlight was receiving these individualised challenge coins which are stunning.
It was great to catch up with everyone and swap a few war stories over a meal and a few drinks.

27/09/2025

As I reflect on my Lars this weekend here is a short video of my boy in action.

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