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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.

When I was serving in the NZ Police I was fortunate enough to become a Dog Handler. The Dog Section is always a part of ...
10/07/2025

When I was serving in the NZ Police I was fortunate enough to become a Dog Handler.

The Dog Section is always a part of your identity and will always stay with you.

In 2025 along with being busy with my dog consultations I am making leads and collars for clients.

Guess who one of my recent clients is?

You guessed it …. The NZ Police Dog Section!

Very proud to be supplying our local handlers with leads for their beautiful dogs.

My client sent me this photo of little Sage the 4 month old German Shepherd on the Te Rewa Rewa Bridge. Sage has just co...
07/07/2025

My client sent me this photo of little Sage the 4 month old German Shepherd on the Te Rewa Rewa Bridge.
Sage has just completed the Puppy Programme and she already has some very advanced behaviours for her age.
What a great photo Sage!

This is Winnie the beautiful 9 month old French Bulldog who I have been working with. Winnie was adopted by my client a ...
01/07/2025

This is Winnie the beautiful 9 month old French Bulldog who I have been working with.
Winnie was adopted by my client a month ago and she has settled beautifully.
Winnie is however very reactive towards other dogs when she is on the lead.
We have worked on this along with a number of other skills.
Winnie has taken huge steps in the right direction although she is not yet the finished product.
This beautiful girl has such a big personality, she is so much fun and is so sweet and she also has a great new home.
It was so enjoyable working with Winnie.
I predict a great future for her.
Good girl Winnie!
Great job Savanah.

It has come to my attention that my Website has been playing up in the last week or so and the odd email sent to me thro...
24/06/2025

It has come to my attention that my Website has been playing up in the last week or so and the odd email sent to me through the website is not reaching me or is ending up in my spam folder.
This is the first time this has occurred in 10 years and the problem will be rectified by tomorrow.
If you have sent me an email and haven’t had a reply, please don’t think I am ignoring you, nothing could be further from the truth.
Everything will be back to normal tomorrow but if you want to reach me urgently feel free to text me on 0275956278.
Thanks and apologies for any inconvenience.
Nick

This beautiful girl is Pippa the Labrador who has just completed the Behaviour Modification package.  Pippa has a wonde...
23/06/2025

This beautiful girl is Pippa the Labrador who has just completed the Behaviour Modification package.
 Pippa has a wonderful temperament however she is reactive towards other dogs when she is on the lead. For her it is all about context as she lives happily with another dog.
We have worked on this and I’m happy to report that Pippa progressed beautifully through her training.
She particularly nailed the close quarter work around another dog towards the end of her work.
It was very rewarding to see this lovely girl progress so rapidly.
Often all you need is tools!
Good girl Pippa!
Great job Brook and Georgia

This little man is Frank the 7 year old Chihuahua/Maltese cross who has just completed the Behaviour Modification packag...
19/06/2025

This little man is Frank the 7 year old Chihuahua/Maltese cross who has just completed the Behaviour Modification package.
Frank is a HUGE character - he is so much fun to be around and he just makes you smile!
Franks only issue was on lead reactivity towards other dogs.
We have worked on this and Frank has progressed beautifully.
I thoroughly enjoyed working with this little character who made me laugh more than once!
Good boy Frank!
Great job Ella.

16/06/2025

I am doing another run of slip leads this week. So easy to put on and the dog cant back out of them. Great for the pullers as well! PM me if you want to order one.

How cool is this guy in his brand new colour coordinated jacket?Meet Jet the stunning 6 month old pedigree German Shephe...
12/06/2025

How cool is this guy in his brand new colour coordinated jacket?
Meet Jet the stunning 6 month old pedigree German Shepherd who I have been working with.
Jets transformation through his training has been remarkable.
Jet had a few puppy behaviours that needed tidying up and he has blossomed.
This is due to the huge effort his wonderful owners have put into him.
Jet has a wonderful temperament - he loves everyone he meets.
I thoroughly enjoyed working with this stunning animal.
Good boy Jet!
Great job Skylar and Zarn

How cute is Skye the 9 week old Golden Retriever pup who has just started the Puppy Programme?Skye has an incredible te...
09/06/2025

How cute is Skye the 9 week old Golden Retriever pup who has just started the Puppy Programme?
Skye has an incredible temperament. She is so relaxed and mature for her age yet she still has a great play and training drive.
Skye is also absolutely gorgeous and I look forward to our next sessions together.
Good girl Skye!
Great job Jess and family.

I am sometimes asked why I don’t hold puppy socialisation classes. The truth is I love working one on one with a puppy, ...
08/06/2025

I am sometimes asked why I don’t hold puppy socialisation classes.
The truth is I love working one on one with a puppy, it’s as simple as that.
I get the very best out of a puppy in this environment.

My every interaction with a puppy has a purpose from the very first introduction.
I go into the puppies home environment where I can observe absolutely everything.

The first skill I teach the puppy is to have a very fast response to their name.
This then rolls into a very reliable recall which is everything.
From the outset I promote ‘one command - one response’.
This teaches the puppy to respond to the command immediately - not after it has been asked multiple times.
Your voice should have immediate effect - it should not be white noise.

Every hand movement has a purpose, this will become the action for that particular command once it is fully established.

Every puppy has strengths and weaknesses and I love working out what makes that particular pup tick.

I train puppies organically!
The puppy sets the pace and I teach the puppy by opening neural pathways to seek out desirable behaviours - the puppy learns to want to please.

I have run socialisation classes in the past but my passion is working with puppies individually.

Socialisation classes are still important and should also be included in the puppies schedule during the formative period.

I am very proud of my Puppy Programme and have been very fortunate to work with so many beautiful puppies who have turned into delightful and dependable adult companions.

This little dude is Bolt the 11 week old Staffordshire Bull Terrier who is currently completing The Puppy Programme with...
29/05/2025

This little dude is Bolt the 11 week old Staffordshire Bull Terrier who is currently completing The Puppy Programme with me.
As you can see by the picture Bolt is full of joy and happiness and he has a big personality.
Bolts parents are committed to socialising him in all environments at this early critical period and we can already see the results of their work.
You can’t help but be happy when you are in Bolts presence.
This beautiful boy is a joy to work with.
Good boy Bolt!
Great job Richie and Suni.

This little girl is Tully the 14 week old Cocker Spaniel puppy who has just completed the Puppy Programme. Tully is an e...
26/05/2025

This little girl is Tully the 14 week old Cocker Spaniel puppy who has just completed the Puppy Programme.
Tully is an energetic, cheeky and very personable Cocker puppy.
There is never a dull moment when she is around!
We worked on her initial commands, impulse control and teaching her that inside is a place of calm.
This little girl smoked her training.
During her last session she displayed some advanced behaviours for a puppy of her age which was fantastic.
It was very enjoyable working with this girl and her wonderful owners.
This puppy has a great future!
Good girl Tully!
Great job Kim and Rae!

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