Classes
Puppy Classes
Regular puppy classes held on a Monday evening at Trinity Hall, Abergavenny. Working towards their foundation certificate.
Puppy Teenage Classes (6 months to a year)
Puppy teenage classes held at Trinity hall on a Monday evening and also Saturday mornings at outside venue.
Please contact me for further information on cost and timings.
Pre-booking is essential. A £10 non refundable deposit secures a place. If classes are full when you enquire, I will put you on the waiting list for the next available class.
Book a Class“After 17 years of deliberating, we finally got our puppy – just before we went in to firebreak lockdown! We headed to Facebook to ask our local group who we could reach out to for support in training our new arrival. The answer was unanimous – Tracey! So, we promptly signed up for classes, which had to move online due to another lockdown. Tracey has always been professional and welcoming, quick to respond to emails/ texts, and flexible to fit around our commitments. She has not let the recommendations down at all, providing us with really good information and techniques to help train our puppy. She has also sent videos to explain what she’s suggesting, which are clear to understand. On top of her awesome support Tracey has blown us away by her calm, friendly, and welcoming approach, making us feel very relaxed, and confident to implement the strategies.”
~Lynn
One to One Sessions
I am available for face to face 121 sessions at my training centre as well as in your home ( zoom, factime and whatsapp video call also available) I tailor each training session to the individual needs of the dog and the family as a whole, working towards a positive outcome building trust, confidence and an amazing bond.
121 sessions cost £65 per hour plus mileage (45p per mile for every mile beyond 10 miles outside Abergavenny). (Book three sessions for £180)
All sessions cover a range of training support for puppies and dogs of all ages.
- I am fully insured with Pet Business Insurance to cover all aspects of training undertaken.
- Cancellation Policy: Please provide 24 hours notice of cancellation of appointments, or the full fee is payable.
”Tracey provided fantastic virtual support for a newbie dog owner like me and imparted her wisdom on everything from chew toys to diet to socialisation. She was really reassuring and her simple teaching style and fun games have helped my puppy immensely. Her lessons were also really good value. Thank you! Hope we can meet you for real one day!’
~Mavis
Kids Around Dogs
I am a fully approved trainer for the organisation Kids Around Dogs and that Kids Around Dogs is an association of qualified Trainers and Behaviourists who specialise in helping families with children to train their dogs and live in harmony together. www.kidsarounddogs.co.uk
I am passionate that the more we can learn about our companion animals, how they think, learn, communicate with us, will give us a greater understanding of how we can live together successfully.
I OFFER
- Education Talks in schools
Basic animal welfare, helping children overcome fear of dogs, how to behave safely around dogs, reading dog body language. - Education Talks for Adults and Living Positively With your Canine
Learning about your dog, positive rewards, reading dog body language, how your dog communicates as well as helping adults overcome fears about dogs. - Children’s Dog Handling Classes
Learning how to handle their pet dogs safely and have fun too!
Please contact me for further information and costs on the above
Pet Bereavement
As a fully qualified Pet Bereavement Counsellor I offer counselling support to anyone whose pet has died or have lost their pet in other ways.
The death or loss of a pet can be extremely distressing for adults, families and children as well as other pets that remain. Grief is a very individual and painful journey and I can offer support and guidance in helping you come to terms with your loss.
Difficult decisions need to be made at a very emotional time and I can advise on pre-planning, what to expect with euthanasia, where you would like to be with your pet (at home or at your veterinary practice) and whether you prefer burial or cremation of your companion animal and considering a memorial.
This can sometimes be a child’s first experience of dealing with bereavement and knowing how to deal with emotions is vital in preparing them for how they manage future loss.
I offer Confidential advice and support either in your own home or if you prefer a telephone consultation with email support. I charge £65 for an hour consultation.