Happy Hounds Hexham
Orchard Ave, Hexham, North East, NE46 4PZ
About Happy Hounds Hexham
Why visit Happy Hounds Hexham?
Customers consistently praise Happy Hounds Hexham for specialist work with reactive, nervous and anxious dogs where other approaches have failed. Jenny's positive reinforcement methods and calm, patient approach deliver real behavioural improvement, with owners noting both their dog's progress and their own confidence in handling challenging situations.
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Hire prices
| Option | Applies to | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Foundations Paws Package | 30 days support - 1 hour 121 talk through, training plan and training videos | £110 |
Prices are published by Happy Hounds Hexham and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
What Customers Say on Google
“Jenny helped our very reactive potential bite risk dog make leaps forward, transforming behaviour that had made everyday life challenging.”
“Our nervous and highly strung sheltie puppy was rapidly becoming reactive to traffic, Jenny spent time pointing out key signs and teaching us practical calming strategies that made a real difference.”
“We booked reactivity training sessions for our two Border Collies who are both reactive to other dogs in different ways, and have seen a huge improvement in their behaviour.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Happy Hounds Hexham
Happy Hounds Hexham specialises in one-to-one training for dogs whose reactivity makes everyday walks difficult. Owner Jenny works with dogs reactive to traffic, noise, other dogs, and those with poor recall or bite-risk behaviour. Sessions focus on body language, distraction techniques, and calming strategies using positive reinforcement. Owners in Hexham report significant progress, one brought a very reactive dog considered a potential bite risk and saw leaps forward; another worked with border collies reactive to other dogs and gained the confidence to manage stressful situations calmly.
Yes, Jenny at Happy Hounds Hexham regularly works with nervous, anxious, and highly strung dogs, including scared rescues. She's helped a rescue lurcher frightened of traffic and noise become confident, and a sheltie puppy rapidly becoming reactive to settle into a much calmer, obedient companion. Sessions cover subtle body-language cues owners often miss, helping dogs and handlers build trust through patient, consistent methods. Owners tell us Jenny's honest, non-judgemental approach and her ability to interpret what dogs are feeling makes a real difference.
Absolutely. Jenny at Happy Hounds Hexham works on recall with dogs who bolt after prey or simply disappear. One owner brought a setter with a 28mph chase habit and poor recall; Jenny identified how the handler's body language was holding progress back and provided clear progressions to follow. She tailors recall exercises to real-life scenarios, using patient feedback and practical steps that owners can practise at home. Her knowledge of how dogs think helps handlers spot reactions they'd otherwise miss.
Happy Hounds Hexham offers both one-to-one training sessions and group dog walking sessions in the Hexham area. The individual sessions are ideal for tackling specific behavioural challenges, reactivity, recall, or fear, while the group walks give dogs a chance to socialise in a calm, managed environment once they're ready. Jenny meets clients at quieter spots like Corbridge Rugby Club or busier locations such as Tyne Green, depending on the dog's needs and stage of progress.
Happy Hounds Hexham is well regarded for Jenny's depth of experience with challenging behaviours and her honest, supportive approach. She doesn't just teach tricks, she helps owners understand what their dog is communicating and why. Handlers in Hexham value her patience, her ability to break training into manageable steps, and her ongoing support via videos and messages between sessions. Many say they felt overwhelmed or had tried everything before finding her, and her methods brought genuine, lasting progress where nothing else had worked.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 7808218999
- Address
- Orchard Ave, Hexham, North East, NE46 4PZ
