This is a list of clubs in Dorset, who hold Obedience training every week. Simply phone in advance, then turn up and join in.

Owning a dog that always pulls on the lead, or is constantly barking, is not a pleasurable experience.

The following clubs will train you and your dog, so that you can enjoy your companion.

When going for your first time, please ensure that you take your dog’s following items with you

• • Poo bags, no responsible dog owner should ever leave home without them as you never know when they might need to go!

  • Vaccination record

  • Water bowl

  • Favourite toy

  • Blanket or towel with the dog's scent on

  • Grooming brush

  • Treats

  • Fixed lead

You should also ensure that you have the correct details showing on the dog's tag, as required by law

The Kennel Club’s Good Citizen Dog Scheme is split in to 4 levels.

Training and certificates are as follows

P = Puppy classes

B = Bronze classes

S = Silver classes

G = Gold classes

A puppy who has achieved the Puppy certificate can go straight in to the Silver class

Some clubs run to their own schemes with their own certificates. Private training schemes can go as high as 6 levels

Dogs Trust - Dog School Dorset Training Classes

In our training we use positive reinforcement for both dogs and people so prepare to have a lot of fun!

www.dogstrust.org.uk/help-advice/dog-school/

Email - Dorsetdogschool@dogstrust.org.uk

Training venues -

Outside classes - Elwell Boarding Kennels, Waytown, Bridport DT6 5LF

Inside classes - Bidlake Farm, Broadoak, Bridport DT6 5PY

• • 6 Week Puppy Course

  • 6 Week Novice Training Course

  • 4 Week Beginners Agility/Confidence Course

  • Social walks & Grumbly paired walks

  • 1-2-1 Private training sessions

  • Residential dog training

All training is done using motivational and positive methods.

All courses book up very quickly, so must be pre-booked to avoid disappointment.

All Dog/Handler partnerships that complete the course, will receive a certificate.

Phone - Kay Joy 07926 695 346

Email - kayjoy1@googlemail.com

Website - www.kay9dogtraining.co.uk

Training venue - The United Reformed Church, Ringwood Road, Walkford. BH23 5RQ Our classes are every Monday at 1.00pm and every Tuesday from 6.30 for Puppy, 7.30 for Beginners and 8.30 for Intermediate/Advanced.

For our dog training classes we take any breed, any age (that’s owner or dog!). Never too old to have fun.

All participants will get a Kennel Club certificate and rosette on successful completion of each course.

We run 3 different "Kennel Club" levels as follows: Puppy/Bronze, Silver and Gold

The aim of the Fun4Dogs Training Club is to teach general obedience together with channelling the dogs’ natural skills with tricks etc.

We have dog training classes catering for puppies, novice, intermediate and advance levels.

Phone: Christine Walton 01202 870925 or 07719 605705

Email: Please use the contact form on our website

Website: For more info visit our website www.fun4dogstraining.com

Dog School Dorset Training Classes

Kingston Maurward College, Dorchester, DT2 8PY

Training held on Saturdays.

Courses of 6 classes over 6 weeks

50 minute classes, held at 9.30, 10.45, 12.00 and 14.45

We offer friendly classes for puppies, adolescents, adults and rescue dogs in your local area. All classes are aimed at teaching your dog skills that are useful in everyday life. We want you to have a strong and healthy bond with your dog and enjoy each other’s company. Our classes never have more than six dogs and have at least two trainers to make sure that we can devote time to each individual and help you to progress.

We use science-led, reward-based training to make sure that we get the best results and have lots of fun whilst doing so!

Website - www.dogstrustdogschool.org.uk/dog-school/dorset/

https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/help-advice/dog-school/

Phone - 07392 869380 and 07387 141057

Email - Dorsetdogschool@dogstrust.org.uk

Dog School Dorset Training Classes

Parkstone Baptist Church, Loch Road, Parkstone, Poole, BH14 9EX

Training held on Tuesdays.

Courses of 6 classes over 6 weeks

50 minute classes, held at 17.00, 18.00, 19.15, 20.30

We offer friendly classes for puppies, adolescents, adults and rescue dogs in your local area. All classes are aimed at teaching your dog skills that are useful in everyday life. We want you to have a strong and healthy bond with your dog and enjoy each other’s company. Our classes never have more than six dogs and have at least two trainers to make sure that we can devote time to each individual and help you to progress.

We use science-led, reward-based training to make sure that we get the best results and have lots of fun whilst doing so!

Website - www.dogstrustdogschool.org.uk/dog-school/dorset/

Phone - 07392 869380 and 07387 141057

Email - Dorsetdogschool@dogstrust.org.uk