Adolescent & Adult Dog Training – Beginners Class in Cottingley (Serving Shipley, Baildon, Bingley & Bradford)

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Supporting dogs over six months old.   Not all dogs get the chance to start training as young puppies, but that doesn’t mean that adolescent and adult dogs have to missed out. Whether you’ve welcomed a rescue dog, are tackling adolescent dog challenges, or simply want to set your adult dog up for success, Focus Dog Behaviour and Training's Adolescent & Adult Beginners programme is designed to help you build essential foundation skills together. Because every dog deserves great training, it's never too late to start. 

  • Complete Support for £100: Six weeks of structured in-person training, plus weekly, live, interactive Masterclass Series sessions and Q&A, an unbeatable mix of hands-on coaching and guided learning at home.
  • Online resources that work: Access my library of step-by-step guides, video demos, and exclusive extras, so you can learn and practise effectively between sessions.
  • Tailored for dogs over 6 months old: whether learning from scratch, or refining core skills, all in a secure and safe environment. Crafted from 14 years of real-life experience, strengthened by advanced training qualifications, and proven through real-world results.
  • Exceptional value: affordable, expert-led training for older puppies, adolescents, and adult beginners.
  • Attention on life skills: Build focus and attention, greetings, recall, play skills and loose-lead walking - foundations every owner needs.
  • Take training into the real world: Exclusive access to my Coached Training Walks, where class skills are applied in outdoor environments. From there, you can progress to Beyond Beginners or explore specialist courses such as recall or loose lead.
  • Fun, Supportive, and Effective training: perfect for anyone with an older puppy, or adult dog, in Shipley, Baildon, Bingley, and Saltaire, looking to build strong foundations perfect for adolescent and adult beginners.

If the Adolescent and Adult Beginners class is fully booked, or on rotation, and you’d like to be notified when the next beginners class is available, please email me via the button below and I’ll be in touch as soon as dates are confirmed.

  • Not Suitable For Reactive Dogs: Your dog must be comfortable around other dogs and people.
  • Book Early to avoid disappointment. 
  • Group dog training classes or 1-2-1 training sessions are available, depending on your needs.

The Adolescent & Adult Beginners Programme Comprises:

There are three core elements to the Adolescent and Adult Beginners Training Programme; In-Person Group Class, Support At Home and Exclusive Extras and other bonuses.

In-Person Group class

  • Essential Foundations Focus: Training includes loose lead walking, recall, play skills, handling and polite greetings, helping you and your dog navigate everyday life with confidence. Every exercise I teach has been carefully chosen because it has a practical purpose. You’ll use these skills every day in different situations and in different places. 
  • Scent games: discover your dog's superpower, with scent games you can use anywhere.
  • Small Class Size: Only 4 dogs per class to optimise support and personalised guidance.
  • Welcome Pack: Your free welcome pack includes checklists and a clicker to support your training.
  • Spacious Indoor Venue: Your dog is afforded maximum space to ensure their comfort, in a calm, climate controlled, low distraction environment.

Support At Home

  • Weekly, live, interactive, Masterclass Series zooms: Structured online sessions with real-time Q&A, designed to guide you through the challenges of adolescent and adult beginner dogs.
  • Extensive Online Resources: Access my library of video tutorials and downloadable handouts. From enrichment activities to trick training, you’ll find practical tools to make daily life with your dog easier and more enjoyable.
  • Free One-to-One Zoom SOS: Included in your programme is a free individual session if you need extra guidance with specific challenges. This personalised support ensures you get tailored help when it matters most so you’ll never feel stuck or on your own.

Exclusive Extras and Other Bonuses

  • Exclusive Access to Beyond Your Home: After graduating your beginners class you gain exclusive access to my small group, coached training walks.
  • Free Progression Class: Enjoy a complimentary Beyond Beginners class so you can keep on improving your skills.  In these fun, varied classes you'll also learn scentwork and the sport of Talking Dogs Rally in each session.

What Your Dog Will Learn.

  • Practical Training for Real-Life Situations: The unique structure of this beginners’ course is designed to give you and your dog the skills, knowledge, and confidence to navigate everyday life together.

Introduction to Loose Lead Walking

Loose lead walking training – Focus Dog Behaviour and Training in Cottingley near Shipley

Practical ways to achieve easier, more enjoyable walks. 

Grow Focus and Confidence

Build focus and confidence in your dog with training in Cottingley near Shipley

Help your dog build focus and confidence.

Introduction to Recall

Recall training for adolescent and adult dogs in Cottingley near Shipley

Start laying the foundations for a reliable recall.

Introduction to Greetings

Dog greetings training in Cottingley near Shipley

Teach your dog polite and manageable greetings.

Supercharge Relationship

Strengthen your bond with your dog – relationship-centred training in Cottingley near Shipley

Strengthen the bond between you and your dog.

Problem Behaviour

 Dog training for common behaviour problems in Cottingley near Shipley

Tackle common behaviour challenges with clear steps.

If the Adolescent and Adult Beginners class is fully booked, or on rotation, and you’d like to be notified when the next beginners class is available, please email me via the button below and I’ll be in touch as soon as dates are confirmed.