Availability Update
Puppy training spaces opening end of March 2026 — check back then for booking information.
Adult dog training spaces opening end of April 2026.
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 (Most Popular) → A complete 4-session package covering all the essential skills - from toilet training and recall to settling and lead walking.
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Puppy Kickstart → 2 sessions to build your confidence with the fundamentals and get started right.
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Teenage Pups (6 Months+) → For puppies who need extra support with teenage challenges.
Adult dog training with focused support for recall and lead walking — two of the most common struggles.
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Reliable Recall Package → Teach your dog to come back first time, even with distractions.
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Loose Lead Walking → Calmer, more enjoyable walks without pulling.
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
✔ Ongoing WhatsApp support between sessions
✔ Free clicker + 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