Certifications & Memberships
Independently assessed. Professionally registered. Committed to ethical, welfare-led training.
Personalised Training for Every Stage
Support from the moment your puppy arrives through to adolescence.
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Puppy Foundations (8 Weeks to 5 Months) → For puppies who are biting, struggling to settle, or feeling like a lot right now — with support to make life feel easier
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Teen Dog Support (6 Months+) → For young dogs who have started ignoring you, pulling on the lead, or feel like they’ve gone backwards
For dogs who are struggling with recall, lead walking, or general training habits that make everyday life feel harder than it should.
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Recall Support → For dogs who don’t come back when called, or struggle to respond reliably around distractions.
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Loose Lead Walking Support → For dogs who pull on the lead, feel inconsistent on walks, or need help building calmer everyday habits.
I'm Fiona, Owner of
Betsy's Dog School
I specialise in helping first-time puppy owners feel confident and clear about what they’re doing. My approach is calm, practical and broken down into manageable steps — so nothing feels overwhelming.
I’ll meet you where you are, adapt training to your home and routine, and support you every step of the way.
Training should feel achievable — not stressful.
“I found the training easy to follow and my pup loved it and made great progress. The difference in him is absolutely tremendous.
"I would highly recommend Fiona at Betsy's Dog School.”
- Norma, South Shields
Puppy Foundations Package
⭐ Spotlight:
Puppy Foundations Package
Best for new puppies — from 8 weeks old
Bringing a new puppy home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. My 4-session Foundations package gives you the personalised support you need to tackle common struggles and set your pup up for success.
What You’ll Get:
✔ 4 x 1-hour private lessons in your home and local area
✔ Step-by-step training plan tailored to your puppy
✔ Email & WhatsApp support between sessions
✔ My own puppy guidebook packed with tips
✔ Help with everyday challenges — from toilet training to recall, lead-walking, chewing, play-biting, and more
Because lessons are one-to-one, we’ll work at your puppy’s pace, giving you faster progress than a busy group class.
"Betsy's Dog School and Fiona are absolutely fantastic. I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone."
“We have been set up wonderfully with our first puppy and have covered all the training basics. Could not be happier.”
- Jonathan & Walt (The Golden Retriever)
Puppy Foundations Package
Areas I Cover:
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Wallsend, Walker, North Shields, Whitley Bay, Tynemouth, Killingworth, Gateshead, Ponteland, Cramlington, Blyth | South Shields*, Jarrow*, Hebburn*
*Tyne Tunnel charges apply