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Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole

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Expert Dog Training Services in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole

Professional training is the key to a happy, well-behaved dog. I specialise in shaping positive behaviours through modern, effective techniques that work. Whether you’re looking for foundational skills or advanced behaviour modification, my training covers the essentials:

Strong foundations lead to great adventures. My obedience training covers the essential "must-have" skills: Sit, Stay, Down, and Heel. Using positive reinforcement, we transform these cues into reliable habits. By teaching your dog to listen because they want to, we build the mutual respect and safety needed for a lifetime of companionship and ensure your dog is a welcome guest wherever you go.

Foundations for Success

Strong foundations lead to great adventures. My obedience training covers the essential “must-have” skills: Sit, Stay, Down, and Heel. Using positive reinforcement, we transform these cues into reliable habits. By teaching your dog to listen because they want to, we build the mutual respect and safety needed for a lifetime of companionship and ensure your dog is a welcome guest wherever you go.
There is no better feeling than watching your dog run free, with the safety you need. We will work together to turn your recall into a reliable, life-saving skill rooted in trust and engagement. By using fun, reward-based games, I ensure your dog chooses to return to you every single time, even around heavy distractions. Give your dog the freedom they deserve and the peace of mind you need.

Reliable Recall Training

There is no better feeling than watching your dog run free, with the safety you need. We will work together to turn your recall into a reliable, life-saving skill rooted in trust and engagement. By using fun, reward-based games, I ensure your dog chooses to return to you every single time, even around heavy distractions. Give your dog the freedom they deserve and the peace of mind you need.
Stop the "tug-of-war" and transform your walks into a calm, enjoyable experience. I will teach your dog to walk by your side with focus and clarity, even amidst the distractions of everyday environments. By using positive redirection, we eliminate pulling for good. This makes every outing stress-free, ensuring your walks together become a relaxing highlight rather than a physical struggle.

Stress - free lead walking

Stop the “tug-of-war” and transform your walks into a calm, enjoyable experience. I will teach your dog to walk by your side with focus and clarity, even amidst the distractions of everyday environments. By using positive redirection, we eliminate pulling for good. This makes every outing stress-free, ensuring your walks together become a relaxing highlight rather than a physical struggle.
Does your dog struggle with excessive barking, separation anxiety, or fearfulness? Behaviour modification isn't just about stopping a "bad" habit; it’s about understanding the underlying emotion. Using gentle, science-led techniques like desensitization and positive reinforcement, I help your dog feel safer and more confident, replacing stress with calm, desirable choices.

Understanding the "Why" Behind the Behaviour

Does your dog struggle with excessive barking, separation anxiety, or fearfulness? Behaviour modification isn’t just about stopping a “bad” habit; it’s about understanding the underlying emotion. Using gentle, science-led techniques like desensitization and positive reinforcement, I help your dog feel safer and more confident, replacing stress with calm, desirable choices.
For dogs with high prey drive or those who struggle with "selective hearing" at a distance, I offer specialized training using modern remote collars. This is not about punishment; it’s about providing a clear, gentle "tap" or tone that cuts through the adrenaline of a chase. This acts as a reliable safety net, allowing your dog the freedom to explore while giving you the peace of mind that they will always check back in.

Advanced Off-Leash Freedom

For dogs with high prey drive or those who struggle with “selective hearing” at a distance, I offer specialized training using modern remote collars. This is not about punishment; it’s about providing a clear, gentle “tap” or tone that cuts through the adrenaline of a chase. This acts as a reliable safety net, allowing your dog the freedom to explore while giving you the peace of mind that they will always check back in.
I focus on what your dog does right. By reinforcing good choices with rewards your dog actually cares about, we build a reliable foundation of manners and focus. This "force-free" method ensures your dog feels safe and motivated to learn, making it the perfect approach for everything from basic puppy skills to complex behaviour modification. It creates a happy dog and a bond built on trust.

Reward-Based Learning

I focus on what your dog does right. By reinforcing good choices with rewards your dog actually cares about, we build a reliable foundation of manners and focus. This “force-free” method ensures your dog feels safe and motivated to learn, making it the perfect approach for everything from basic puppy skills to complex behaviour modification. It creates a happy dog and a bond built on trust.
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About Me: Redefining Freedom for Every Dog

My journey: Why I Refused to “Just Use a Lead”

My life has always revolved around a love for animals, but my true professional path was ignited in 2019 when I brought home my first Beagle. Like any owner, I dreamed of a life filled with adventure and exploration.

However, everything changed when my second Beagle arrived. As they grew, so did their powerful natural instincts to chase. I sought help from several experienced trainers, but the advice was always the same: ‘Because of their high prey drive, they’ll have to stay on a lead forever.’

To me, that wasn’t an answer, it was a challenge. I believe every dog deserves the freedom to run, track, and follow their nose while remaining safe and responsive. I refused to settle for a lifetime of ‘short leash’ walks. My mission became finding the tools and techniques to make off-leash freedom a reality, not just for my own dogs, but for yours too.

Professional Mentorship & Hands-On Experience

I am deeply passionate about the science of canine behaviour, but I realized early on that real training can’t be mastered through a screen. While I have completed various online courses and continue to attend specialised workshops ever since, I value real-world experience above all else.In October 2023, I formally began my career as a trainer, and by November, I secured a prestigious 10-month mentorship under a veteran trainer with over 30 years of expertise. Assisting in everything from puppy classes to complex one-on-one behavioural consultations, this intensive hands-on period deepened my understanding of how varied every dog truly is. I firmly believe in a “one size does not fit all” approach and constantly evolve my techniques to ensure I have a wide range of tools to help every individual dog and human team thrive.

Building Trusting Bonds in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole

Many owners feel stuck when facing challenges like excessive barking, anxiety, or high prey drive. These issues often stem from unmet needs or underlying instincts that, without the right tools, can lead to deep frustration. I am here to tell you that you are not alone, and most of these challenges can be overcome with patience and the right guidance

My goal is to make professional, non-judgmental dog training affordable and accessible to everyone in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole areas. Whether we are building a “rockstar” recall for a high-drive dog or working through separation anxiety, my approach is rooted in:

Trust and Respect: Replacing fear with clear communication.

Empowerment: Giving you the knowledge to support your dog for a lifetime.

Freedom: Training for the real world so your dog can be a dog.

Ready to start your journey toward a freer, happier life with your dog? 

 

Transparent Dog Training Prices & Packages

Pay as you go Package

Our individual sessions are designed for dedicated owners who value high-level, personalized attention without the need for long-term commitments. Whether you are looking to refine specific skills or want a training plan that evolves at your dog’s unique pace, these sessions offer the ultimate flexibility. You get professional, one-on-one guidance tailored exactly to your lifestyle, allowing you to book expert coaching whenever it fits your schedule and pay only for the progress you need

Includes:

Free phone consultation
One-hour in-home assessment £70
One-to-one training sessions £55

Silver Package

Perfect for building strong foundations and improving everyday behaviour.

Includes:

Free phone consultation
1-hour in-home assessment
4 x 1-hour personalised 1-to-1 training sessions
WhatsApp support between sessions and for 2 additional weeks after your last session

You’ll get:

Weekly in-person sessions tailored to your dog’s individual needs
After each session, you will receive a written training summary with clear, step-by-step guidance to keep you progressing with confidence
Fun weekly challenges to stay motivated
Ongoing support and accountability to help you succeed

To achieve your goals and see results, the package must be used within 7 weeks from the start date.

£260

Golden Package

Ideal for dogs needing extra guidance, ongoing behaviour work, or long-term progress.

Includes:

Free phone consultation
1-hour in-home assessment
6 x 1-hour personalised 1-to-1 training sessions
WhatsApp support between sessions and for 2 additional weeks after your last session

You’ll get:

Fully tailored training plan designed around you and your dog
After each session, you will receive a written training summary with clear, step-by-step guidance to keep you progressing with confidence
Weekly challenges to strengthen focus and confidence
Dedicated expert support and accountability throughout your journey

To achieve your goals and see results, the package must be used within 9 weeks from the start date.

£350

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Anna Wach
Shafi is fantastic dog trainer and could not rate her high enough. Neville had few issues when getting overexcited but within hours and few new commands its changed noticeably. She also suggested few game ideas to tire him out and they are fantastic and we have one very mentally stimulated dog.
Jen O'Neill
Krisztina has been great with our Vizsla and has been giving me really helpful and great advice on how to tackle some of the issues we have faced with him. He is currently going through the difficult adolescence phase so have had some areas to work on such as recall, reactivity and pulling on lead. During our 1:1 Sessions she is very approachable, and non-judgemental, which makes me feel at ease! She also communicates really well, and gives a run down of points via WhatsApp so I can refer to them when implementing training techniques at home. Thank you Krisztina!
Middle aged Woman
Kristina has been absolutely fantastic at giving me some strategies to manage and build the confidence of my anxious and reactive dog. Practicing these strategies each day has produced a much more calm and happy dog. Kristina has a lovely manner and is clear and very patient! Thank you Kristina very much appreciated…happy dog…happy owner!

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