About us
At Els' K9 Coaching, I understand the challenges that come with raising a puppy or dealing with preexisting behavioral issues in adult dogs. That's why I specialize in providing one-to-one training sessions that are completely tailored to each dog's unique needs. As a force-free trainer, I believe in using positive reinforcement to help dogs learn and overcome behavioral issues. My goal is to help you build a strong and trusting relationship with your companion, while also teaching them the necessary skills for a happy and fulfilled life. With My expertise and dedication to force-free training methods, I'm committed to helping you and your dog achieve success and harmony together. I'm also an assistance dog specialist and understanding the importance role dogs can play in the lives of disabled people as well as adapting my training for people with different learning needs and abilities dog training needs to not only work for the dog but be accessible for everyone. Currently I'm studying canine behavior level 5 to further improve my knowledge of dogs so I can help even more people.
Els' K9 Coaching was founded by me Els, I'm a passionate dog lover and worked with animals for most of my life. i started walking friends dogs and pet sitting, I then joined an animal education center the ARC where i did a veterinary class and animal training class that is where I first learnt how to write training plans and a use clicker but on capybaras not dogs. all while rescuing and rehabilitating my first dog Peggy a fear reactive french bulldog she taught me to much about the correlation between pain and behavior which is something I am still very passionate about today. unfortunately she passed away only 9 months after we adopted her. Next I studied animal management at college at this time is also when we got Lola our now 3 year old cavapoo. After college I worked at a doggy daycare for 2 years first as a part time volunteer and then with a full time position. After working there I noticed that many owners struggled with training an adolescent and/or reactive dog. I saw the need for personalized, force-free training methods to help these dogs reach their full potential and improve their behavior. This is when i started my dog training course and dedicating my time to studying dogs and advocating for better practices. I also discovered I have a love of trick training and spreading the word that trick training is not only fun but have huge benefits for you and your dog.
Freddy (my Mum) is our fabulous dog walker running all of out group dog walks and pet sitting services. She also has years of experience of working with dogs and a good understanding of canine behavior to insure the safety of your dog and that they are enjoying themselves. shes DBS checked and we are both pet first aid trained.