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About The Dog Wizard: Dog & Puppy Training in Wigan and Greater Manchester

I am a professional dog behaviourist and trainer operating throughout Wigan and the North West. The Dog Wizard is here so you can have the relationship that you always wanted with your dog or puppy! If you are looked for a professional dog trainer in Wigan – you have come to the right place!

I have devised a series of training packages that are both practical and effective that I believe will cover all of the needs that regular pet dog owners require. My experience has developed over many years from working actively in many canine disciplines, utilising various dog training methods, and engaging in advanced canine psychology.

I offer a choice of training packages that are taught at the capability level of the owner and the need of the dog. They cover real world dog obedience, puppy training, reactivity and aggression issues, separation anxiety issues, scent work training and nuisance behavioural problems. They are all taught on a private 1-on-1 basis, either beginning in the comfort of your own home or at my training facility, before going to outside in to the real world.

When working with dogs with aggression issues  I have a proven system of training that works time and time again, relieving from their explosive tendencies, leaving them calm, happy and social dogs again.

I was taught this method of behaviour work by a world famous American dog trainer who perfected it decades ago and handed it down to me.

All of the sessions can be recorded for your continual training where I demonstrate for you the exercises that you have been taught that day. This way you can relive the training experience and perfect your techniques to become a tip top trainer yourself, so get your camera phone ready!

Here are just some of the benefits that 1 on 1 training offers:

  • You will receive my full attention, knowledge and expertise
  • I can fully observe any problems in real life situations
  • I can work to your strengths
  • We can address specific areas that need attention
  • I can demonstrate for you so you can grasp the training
  • I can break down the training to suit your needs
  • You will progress quickly
  • You will feel relaxed in a pressure free environment
  • You are able to feedback to me with your understanding so I know that you have grasped the method
  • You are able to practice the exercises with confidence
  • Your dog will be able to focus as distractions are always controlled and only introduced at an appropriate time
  • There will be rapid results as both client and dog are able to learn effectively

 

Private Dog Training with an Experienced Behaviourist

My methods of training are balanced, which means I use a combination of reward and correction to establish a rounded learning experience. I use lots of positive reinforcement for correct responses in the form of food rewards and praise, whilst layering progressive levels of learned behaviour upon one another to form an almost pre-programmed response to a command. I then begin to increase duration, distraction and distance and encourage the dog to make the correct decisions in increasingly challenging situations to overcome their impulsive nature.

 

Although every case is different and every situation brings it own unique set of challenges we see perfect results every time. I find this part of my work incredibly rewarding as it can and does change the lives of people as well as dogs.

If you’re based in the Wigan or Greater Manchester area, why not get in touch with The Dog Wizard to discuss your dog training needs? Call today to book your free 15-minute consultation.