Dog Training in York | 1-to-1 Training for Puppies & Adult Dogs

Struggling with pulling on the lead, recall, over-excitement, or behaviour that feels out of control?

My dog training services in York are designed to help you build calm, reliable behaviour using kind, reward-based methods that actually work in the real world — not just in a training hall.

Whether you’re working with a young dog, an adolescent nightmare phase, or an adult dog with ingrained habits, training is tailored to you, your dog, and your lifestyle.

Reward-Based Dog Training for Real-Life Behaviour

Who I Help

I work with dog owners across York who want:

  • Calm, enjoyable walks

  • Better focus around distractions

  • Reliable recall

  • Reduced jumping up, pulling, barking, or over-excitement

  • Clear guidance using modern training methods

  • Results they can maintain long-term

If your dog listens at home but “forgets everything” outside — you’re not alone, and you’re not doing anything wrong.

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1-to-1 Dog Training in York

Training is offered primarily through 1-to-1 sessions, allowing us to work directly on your specific challenges in the environments where they actually happen.

Common training areas include:

  • Loose lead walking

  • Recall and engagement

  • Jumping up and impulse control

  • Over-excitement and lack of focus

  • General obedience and manners

  • Confidence building

  • Behaviour around people, dogs, and distractions

Every plan is tailored — no generic programmes or one-size-fits-all advice.

👉 Adult one-to-one training is available across York and surrounding areas

Puppy One-to-One Training in York

If group puppy classes aren’t the right fit, I also offer 1-to-1 puppy training sessions in York.

These sessions are ideal for:

  • Puppies who are nervous or easily overwhelmed

  • Owners who want individual support

  • Working around specific issues (biting, jumping up, toilet training, over-excitement)

  • Puppies who can’t attend group classes yet

  • Busy schedules that don’t suit set class times

  • 1-to-1 puppy training allows us to focus entirely on your puppy, your home, and your routine, giving you clear, practical guidance from the very start.

Puppy one-to-one training can help with:

  • Toilet training and settling at home

  • Biting and mouthing

  • Calm behaviour and focus

  • Basic cues (sit, down, recall foundations)

  • Loose lead walking foundations

  • Confidence building and handling

  • Preventing future behaviour problems

Sessions are calm, supportive, and tailored to your puppy’s age, breed, and development stage.

👉 Puppy one-to-one training is available across York and surrounding areas

Why Choose Well Behaved Mutts?

This isn’t about quick fixes or “being the boss”.

Training focuses on understanding behaviour, building motivation, and teaching your dog how to succeed.

✔️ IMDT-accredited trainer

✔️ Degree-level background in animal behaviour & training

✔️ Modern, science-based, reward-focused methods

✔️ Calm, supportive, judgement-free approach

✔️ Practical training for everyday life

You’ll learn why behaviours happen and how to handle them confidently — not just follow instructions.

How 1-to-1 Dog Training Works

1️⃣ We discuss your dog’s behaviour, history, and goals

2️⃣ Sessions are tailored to your dog and environment

3️⃣ You’ll practise skills with guidance and feedback

4️⃣ Clear steps are given to continue training between sessions

Training is designed to fit around normal life — walks, routines, and real-world distractions.

📍 Areas We Cover – Dog Training in York & East Yorkshire

We offer private 1-to-1 dog training across York and surrounding areas of East Yorkshire, with flexible sessions tailored to your dog, your lifestyle, and real-life environments.

Training can take place:

  • In your home

  • On a secure training field

  • Out and about in local parks, streets, or countryside

This allows us to work where your dog actually struggles — not just in a classroom.

Areas We Regularly Cover

• Huntington

• Stamford Bridge

• Pocklington

• Strensall

• Haxby

• Dunnington

If you’re nearby but don’t see your location listed, just get in touch — we likely cover your area too.

Booking & Training Options

You can book individual 1-to-1 sessions or opt for multiple sessions to ensure consistent progress and ongoing support.

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If you’re starting with a young puppy, you may benefit from our puppy behaviour consultations in York or our structured puppy training classes in York.

If you’ve adopted a rescue dog, our rescue dog behaviour consultations in York offer calm, tailored one-to-one support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you use positive training methods?

Yes — training is reward-based, modern, and science-led.

Can you help with adolescent dogs?

Absolutely. Adolescence is one of the most common reasons people seek training.

Do I need more than one session?

Some dogs progress quickly, others benefit from multiple sessions — we’ll discuss what’s best for you.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re looking for professional dog training in York that’s calm, practical, and built around real-life behaviour, I’d love to help.

👉 Get in Touch to Discuss Your Dog

Contact us.