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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.

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?

This very special puppy who I have been working with is Billy the Cavoodle.Billy is a Make a Wish puppy.My clients daugh...
19/11/2025

This very special puppy who I have been working with is Billy the Cavoodle.

Billy is a Make a Wish puppy.

My clients daughter Mckenzie sadly lost her 2 year battle with cancer and her Make a Wish was this very special puppy.

For the family it is like a part of Mckenzie is living on through Billy making him such a very much adored little puppy.

Working with Billy was a privilige for me.
This little guy has a beautiful temperament and he breezed through his training.

Good boy Billy! ❤️

Meet Monty the 20 month old Rhodesian Ridgeback/Bull Mastiff cross.Monty has just completed the  Behaviour Modification ...
17/11/2025

Meet Monty the 20 month old Rhodesian Ridgeback/Bull Mastiff cross.
Monty has just completed the Behaviour Modification package.
This boy is a seriously big dog with alot of power.
Thankfully he is the nicest dog you could meet - Monty doesn’t have a nasty bone in his body.
When Monty greets people he gets excited and jumps up like alot of dogs, however given the fact that he is going to end up around 70kg we needed to work on this and his impulse control.
Monty came through his training beautifully and is now learning to greet people with 4 feet on the floor.
I really enjoyed working with this beautiful boy and it was fantastic to see him progress so nicely.
Good boy Monty!
Great job Craig and Annette.

How cute is little Dexter?This beautiful 12 week old Papillion/Shih Tzu cross has just completed the Puppy Programme.Dex...
13/11/2025

How cute is little Dexter?
This beautiful 12 week old Papillion/Shih Tzu cross has just completed the Puppy Programme.
Dexter is simply delightful - he is so happy, nothing phases him and he is already at an advanced state of training for his age.
It was an absolute joy to work with this beautiful little guy.
Good boy Dexter!
Great job Hazel, Ali and family.

This is Marley the beautiful 4 month old Golden Retriever who has just completed the Puppy Programme.Marley is just so r...
11/11/2025

This is Marley the beautiful 4 month old Golden Retriever who has just completed the Puppy Programme.
Marley is just so relaxed and cruisey, training is a breeze with her.
This stunning puppy lives in a rural setting where she is around livestock all day and none of it bothers her.
Marley is wise beyond her age and was an absolute joy to work with.
Good girl Marley!
Great job Debb and Dan!

Meet Sonic the most handsome Blue Heeler in the land!Sonic who is a real little dude came to his new home at 6 months of...
05/11/2025

Meet Sonic the most handsome Blue Heeler in the land!
Sonic who is a real little dude came to his new home at 6 months of age.
We have worked on getting him established into his new home and getting his obedience and focus on his new owner up to speed.
Blue Heelers are an Australian cattle breed who are born to work.
I have always enjoyed them as they are real characters and little Sonic is no different.
It is fantastic to see this beautiful boy thriving in his new home.
Good boy Sonic!
Great job Aaron.

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.

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