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Training and support for real-life situations and major life changes.

BEYOND THE BASICS

Whether you are preparing to welcome a new baby, helping your dog adjust to a house move, managing interactions with other pets or children, or planning travel, we are here to support you. These services are designed to help you and your dog navigate life’s transitions with confidence, safety, and support — beyond the basics of training.

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BABY PREP

Bringing a new baby home is a big transition — for you and your dog. This service helps you prepare in advance with practical guidance around changing routines, introducing new sights, sounds, and equipment, and setting up safe boundaries.

We also offer ongoing support after your baby arrives, to help you manage this new dynamic, reduce stress, and ensure positive interactions as your dog adjusts to life with a little one.

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SOURCING A NEW DOG OR PUPPY

Choosing a new dog or puppy is about finding the best fit for your lifestyle — what you can offer in time, energy, and environment — to ensure a happy and healthy partnership.

This service guides you in understanding your daily routine, home setup, and activity levels, and helps connect you with dogs whose needs align with what you can provide. Together, we will help you make a thoughtful and informed choice.

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INTRODUCING A NEW PET

Bringing a new dog or cat into your home is a big step — and those first impressions matter. This service guides you through safe, gradual introductions between pets, helping to reduce tension, prevent conflict, and set everyone up for a harmonious relationship.

Whether you're adding a second dog or welcoming a cat into the mix, we tailor the approach to your household’s needs.

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SENIOR DOGS

As dogs age, their needs change — physically, emotionally, and behaviourally. This service helps you adjust your dog’s routine, environment, and enrichment to support comfort, mobility, and overall well-being in their senior years.

From managing new sensitivities to making everyday life more accessible, we are here to help you care for your senior dog.

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PREPARING FOR FIREWORKS

Fireworks can be frightening for many dogs, but with the right preparation, you can help reduce their stress.

This service offers practical strategies to create a sense of safety and predictability, including management strategies, safe space setup, and calming routines.

If your dog needs help with this, we recommend getting started at least 8 weeks before Halloween.

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KIDS & K9s

Children and dogs can be wonderful companions — but they don’t always speak the same language. This service helps you understand both sides of the relationship, and teaches age-appropriate ways for kids to interact safely and respectfully with dogs.

We will focus on supervision strategies, reading body language, and creating a calm, safe environment for everyone.

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PREPARING FOR A MOVE

Moving house can be stressful — and your dog feels it too. This service helps you prepare your dog for the transition with practical strategies to reduce anxiety before, during, and after the move.

From travel tips to settling into a new environment, we will support you in making the change as smooth and stress-free as possible for your dog.

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PREPARING FOR TRAVEL

Whether you are going on holiday or relocating, travel can be difficult for most dogs. This service helps you prepare for the journey with guidance on safety, stress reduction, routine changes, and what to pack.

We will also cover how to help your dog settle in once you arrive at your destination.

Not sure which service you need?


We offer specialised support based on your dog’s age and behaviour needs. Take a look at our dedicated pages below:

Still unsure? Feel free to contact us and we will guide you to the right service.

 What our clients say about us:

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"Highly recommend Lucie's puppy training. It was very professional, fun and we learned a lot! Lucie also gave us great notes afterwards."

Edel - Petra's human

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"With Lucie's knowledge, we now know lots more about our dog's behaviour as he is our first ever dog, and many improvements have been made already. After her visit, she emailed all her notes through to us. I would 100% recommend her to anybody who is looking for a dog trainer."

Leah - Milo's mom

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