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.

How cute is Pixie the red Dobermann puppy I have been working with over the new year?This year I’m going to push early s...
07/01/2026

How cute is Pixie the red Dobermann puppy I have been working with over the new year?

This year I’m going to push early socialisation for my puppy people. I’ve always been big on this but I’m taking it a step further now.

I’ll show you how to do it properly and safely so your puppy is out and about early on as opposed to sitting at home during the vaccination period.

We want the next generation of puppies to develop into happy, balanced adults and this is how we go about it.

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!Merry Christmas.I hope everyone has a nice break and you all get a chance to have quality time ...
23/12/2025

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!
Merry Christmas.
I hope everyone has a nice break and you all get a chance to have quality time with your family, friends and dogs.
A big thank you to all of you - my wonderful clients who have entrusted me with your beautiful puppies and dogs and all of you who support and follow this page.
Other than the stat holidays, I am working through and am taking time off later in the New Year.
Take care everyone.
See you soon! 😀

This is Lulu the 10 month old Schnauzer/Poodle cross who I have been working with.Lulu was jumping up alot at people and...
21/12/2025

This is Lulu the 10 month old Schnauzer/Poodle cross who I have been working with.
Lulu was jumping up alot at people and was not listening - she had no impulse control.
After working on this as you can see by the photo Lulu started to relax and calm down.
This little girl progressed beautifully and it was an absolute pleasure to work with her.
Good girl Lulu!
Great job Ashley.

This little cutie is Indie the 16 week old Staffy/Pit Bull cross who has just completed the Puppy Programme.Indie and he...
15/12/2025

This little cutie is Indie the 16 week old Staffy/Pit Bull cross who has just completed the Puppy Programme.
Indie and her litter mates were SPCA puppies.
This little girl has however found an amazing home.
In fact I can confidently say that Indie is one of the most advanced puppies I have worked with.
Her repertoire of skills and commands for her age is phenomenal due to owners who have put some serious work into her.
This is one very special puppy who is going to achieve great things and I am privileged to have had the opportunity to work with her.
Good Girl Indie!

This smiley bundle of joy is Koda the happiest Samoyed in the land!Koda has a wonderful temperament - he is an absolute ...
10/12/2025

This smiley bundle of joy is Koda the happiest Samoyed in the land!
Koda has a wonderful temperament - he is an absolute joy, however he vocalises alot particularly around visitors or other dogs.
This is all about context for Koda, when he is off lead around other dogs he is fine but put a lead on him a lead and he vocalises.
This is not uncommon! This behaviour normally arises out of frustration - I can’t get to that dog!
This is the exact reason why I don’t encourage on lead meet and greets with puppies.
Koda has progressed very nicely with his training, we have developed more engagement and promoted a calm state which he has responded to.
Koda is one of those dogs that just makes you happy, he is always smiling and as with all dogs he is an absolute blessing.
Good boy Koda!

Meet Brady the slickest looking dog in the land!Brady is so handsome and he knows it!Brady‘s family recently welcomed a ...
09/12/2025

Meet Brady the slickest looking dog in the land!
Brady is so handsome and he knows it!
Brady‘s family recently welcomed a new member into the pack and when it’s feeding time Brady has been hanging around the high chair and taking advantage of any free tucker when he can.
We have worked on this amongst other things and Brady has progressed beautifully.
This stunning boy is a bit of a character so working with him was always entertaining and I really enjoyed it.
Good boy Brady!
Great job Tabitha and Regan.

How cute is 15 week old Guac the Wire Haired Hungarian Vizsla puppy who has just completed the Puppy Programme?Guac is s...
03/12/2025

How cute is 15 week old Guac the Wire Haired Hungarian Vizsla puppy who has just completed the Puppy Programme?
Guac is such a calm and relaxed puppy, he has a lovely soft nature.
This beautiful boy has a wonderful home with fantastic owners who are making sure he gets the best start.
It was an absolute pleasure working with this lovely puppy.
Good boy Guac!
Great job Amy and family.

This is one very special pedigree German Shepherd bred by the NZ Police Dog Section breeding program.Gata didn’t make th...
01/12/2025

This is one very special pedigree German Shepherd bred by the NZ Police Dog Section breeding program.
Gata didn’t make the cut as a Police dog - he was too nice - which was a great stroke of luck for my client who has ended up with the most wonderful dog.
Gata is big - around 45 kg but thankfully he is a gentle giant who is a breeze to work with.
We worked on his lead work, recall and engagement with his owner who is a first time Shepherd owner.
For me it doesn’t get any better than working with a stunning Shepherd such as Gata.
Good boy Gata!
Great job Eliza.

Meet (from l to r) Tilly, Pippin and Percy.Tilly is 18 months old and Pippin is 2.5 years. I have been working with them...
30/11/2025

Meet (from l to r) Tilly, Pippin and Percy.
Tilly is 18 months old and Pippin is 2.5 years.
I have been working with them both around their reactivity to certain noises and passers by at the front gate.
If anyone walked past their place they would run out barking and multiple dogs tend to wind each other up.
I am very happy to report that both dogs aced their training - they have done so well and we are all very happy with their progress. Tilly and Pippin are so much more settled and engaged and it is a credit to their owners dedication to training.
Percy is 15 years old and he didn’t require any work as he is already an absolute Legend!
😀
Good dogs Tilly, Pippin and Percy!
Great job Murray and Alison.

This little guy is so fluffy and adorable.Mert Bjorn the most relaxed and chilled puppy in New Zealand! 😀Bjorn is halfwa...
27/11/2025

This little guy is so fluffy and adorable.
Mert Bjorn the most relaxed and chilled puppy in New Zealand! 😀
Bjorn is halfway through the Puppy Programme and as part of his socialisation we took him to Pukekura Park.
Bjorn was exposed to ducks, eels, adults, toddlers and other dogs. Socialisation of this nature at his age is gold.
It is so much fun working with this stunning German Shepherd puppy.
Good boy Bjorn!
Great job Carolyn and Jeremy.

There’s something about a Border Collie, they are the essence of a true working dog. A medium size, square dog built to ...
25/11/2025

There’s something about a Border Collie, they are the essence of a true working dog.
A medium size, square dog built to spin on a dime and be unbelievably nimble in it’s roll as a sheep dog.
To watch a Border in action is a real treat, so powerful and so light on their feet.
Meet Loki the beautiful Border Collie who I have been working with.
Loki already had a solid foundation with his training however we took it to another level including off lead work around other dogs.
Loki progressed beautifully throughout his training.
As far as Borders go he would be one of the most stunning examples of the breed that I have worked with.
Good boy Loki!
Great job Cam.

CELEBRATING DOGS.Today I would just like to talk about dogs and how wonderful they are. A dog can be so grateful for the...
20/11/2025

CELEBRATING DOGS.
Today I would just like to talk about dogs and how wonderful they are.
A dog can be so grateful for the simple things and to me that’s what makes them so special.
Dogs teach us to be humble and to remember its the small things that count.
For example in the morning my girl goes outside and sits on the lawn in the sun.
I do some jobs, then make a cup of tea and go and join her.
In that moment she is gleeful, nothing is said but we both feel it and both know that there is no where else in the world where we would want to be.

What makes dogs special for you and what does your dog do to remind you how wonderful they are?

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