Dogs Trust Dog School Dorset
Coastland College (Kingston Maurward Campus), Coneygar building, Dorchester, South West, DT2 8QA
About Dogs Trust Dog School Dorset
Why visit Dogs Trust Dog School Dorset?
Dogs Trust Dog School Dorset is highly rated by owners of puppies and rescue dogs for its experienced, friendly trainers and structured approach to building canine confidence. The private field setting near Dorchester provides a calm learning environment, and the four-session course format allows both dog and owner to develop skills progressively with professional guidance throughout.
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What Customers Say on Google
“A four-session puppy course delivered calmly and confidently by two experienced dog trainers, with staff happy to answer questions and help owners build their puppy's confidence.”
“Helpful trainers who adapt their teaching approach on the spot, offering different techniques to suit each puppy and owner, with no question considered too basic.”
“A four-session puppy course described as excellent value, leaving owners and their puppies with practical skills and lasting confidence gains.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Dogs Trust Dog School Dorset
Dogs Trust Dog School Dorset runs structured training courses in a private field near Dorchester, typically four sessions per course. The classes focus on recall, lead work and everyday obedience, using reward-based methods. Puppy school is particularly popular, though one-to-one sessions are also available for specific challenges like lead walking or distraction training. Owners tell us the progressive format helps both dog and handler build confidence steadily over the sessions.
Yes, the private field setting and calm approach make it a good choice for anxious or rescue dogs. Owners we hear from have noted their nervous puppies visibly relaxed session by session, and the trainers are described as patient and supportive with dogs who need extra help. The small group size and distraction-free environment allow reactive or under-confident dogs to learn at their own pace without feeling overwhelmed.
A four-session puppy course is priced at around £70, which local owners describe as very good value. That also includes access to all the training videos on the Dogs Trust website, giving you resources to continue practising at home. For current pricing on one-to-one sessions or other courses, it's best to contact the school directly when booking.
The trainers are consistently praised for being friendly, professional and genuinely supportive. Owners tell us no question feels too silly, and if a puppy or handler is struggling, the team quickly offers alternative techniques to try. The presence of a second trainer during group sessions means extra support is always on hand, which owners particularly value when they're feeling uncertain or stressed about their dog's progress.
Yes, as well as the structured sessions themselves, you'll have access to the full library of Dogs Trust training videos, which owners find useful for reinforcing what they've learnt. The trainers are also happy to answer questions during and after the course, and many owners go on to book one-to-one sessions to tackle specific challenges once they've completed the group classes.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 3301755122
- Address
- Coastland College (Kingston Maurward Campus), Coneygar building, Dorchester, South West, DT2 8QA
How Dogs Trust Dog School Dorset Compares
in Dorchester
9 reviews on Google
Good Value — 1 of 1 in Dorchester
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