1:1 Dog Training in Newcastle and Surrounding areas
Kind, 1:1 sessions to fix recall and lead walking struggles — so walks feel calm, fun, and stress-free.
Availability Update
I'm currently fully booked. My next availability for Training Packages will be from early March 2026.
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Dog Training Options
Whether your dog ignores you in the park, pulls you down the street, or both, there’s a package here to help — so walks feel less stressful and more fun.
Combined Recall + Lead Walking Starter
1:1 Package: 4 x 1hr Sessions
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Want to tackle recall and lead walking together? This starter package gives you a strong foundation in both skills, with more focus on whichever is causing the most stress. It’s the ideal way to make a solid start on training while keeping things practical and achievable.
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​How It Works:
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We’ll begin with a home visit to assess your dog’s behaviour and set clear priorities.
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Over four sessions, we’ll cover the essentials of recall and lead walking side by side, with time for practice and feedback in real-life situations.
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Each lesson builds on the last, so you feel supported while your dog gains consistency step by step.
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If your dog needs more in-depth support in one skill, follow-on sessions can easily be added.​
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What’s Included:
✔ Core foundations of recall and lead walking
✔ A personalised training plan focused on your priorities
✔ Real-world practice in your home and local area
✔ Weekly handouts and training notes to support progress
✔ Ongoing support via WhatsApp between lessons
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Every dog learns at their own pace. This package gives you a great foundation, and if you’d like more support with either skill, extra lessons can be added as you go.
"Highly recommend Fiona. I have a very sociable six month old puppy. So much so, that playing with other dogs was far more fun than coming back when called. That and pulling when on a lead was becoming problematic."
"Fiona was able to break the training down into small steps that were super easy to follow. My dog absolutely loved our sessions as did I."
- Tammy & Leia (The French Bulldog)
Lead Walking & Recall Packages
Rapid Recalls Package
1:1 Package: 3 x 1hr Sessions
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​Does your dog ignore you when you call them in the park? This package is designed to build a reliable recall, so you can relax knowing your dog will come back every time — even with distractions.​
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How It Works:
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We’ll begin in your home or local area to uncover why recall isn’t working now and set up the foundations.
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Across three lessons, I’ll guide you through fun, reward-based exercises that help your dog pay attention and choose to come back.
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We’ll gradually add distractions at a pace that suits your dog, so progress feels achievable and realistic.
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Between sessions, you’ll get support from me so you’re never left unsure about what to do next.
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What’s Included:
✔ Personalised recall training plan tailored to your dog
✔ Practical games and exercises to make recall enjoyable
✔ Step-by-step guidance to build reliability
✔ Weekly handouts and step-by-step guidance
✔ Real-world training in your local environment
✔ Ongoing WhatsApp support between sessions
"Fiona was so great with Victor. She really helped to understand him better. Fiona's positive enforcement training has really helped Victor with his training."
"Fiona gave me some great tools and advice to continue Victor's training in my own time. I'd highly recommend Betsy's Dog School"
- Celeste & Victor (The Crossbreed Rescue)
Recall Training
Loose Lead Walking
Package
1:1 Package: 3 x 1hr Sessions
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​Are walks stressful because your dog pulls? This package focuses on teaching your dog to walk calmly by your side, so outings become enjoyable again.​
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How It Works:
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We’ll start in your home or on your usual walking routes to identify why pulling happens and what motivates your dog.
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Across three lessons, I’ll guide you through kind, practical exercises that encourage your dog to walk calmly by your side.
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We’ll practise in real-life situations so you feel confident handling your dog around everyday distractions.
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Between sessions, you’ll have ongoing support from me so you always know what to do next.
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What’s Included:
✔ Step-by-step training plan tailored to your dog
✔ Step-by-step guidance and clear techniques that work in daily life
✔ Advice on recommended equipment for safe, kind training
✔ Weekly handouts to help you practise with confidence
✔ Real-life practice on your usual walking routes
✔ Ongoing WhatsApp support between sessions
Every dog learns at their own pace. If you’d like extra support after your package, follow-on sessions are available at £70 per hour. Many clients choose to add a session or two to keep progress moving smoothly.
Why Choose My Adult Dog Training?
What You’ll Gain from My Training Packages:
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✔ Personalised Training Plan – and get follow-up notes after each session
✔ Unlimited support throughout your package - via email/WhatsApp ​
✔ Bonus Resources – Extra handouts and training tips for success at home.​
✔ Train at Your Own Pace – Explore training techniques at a pace that suits you and your dog - because one size doesn’t fit all.​
✔ Real-World Training – Practise in your local area, where you actually walk your dog, without the distractions of a class environment.
✔ Positive, ethical methods backed by professional credentials
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Ready for stress-free walks and a dog that listens?
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