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1-to-1 Puppy Training in Bournemouth, Poole & Christchurch

The Best Start for Your New Best Friend

Bringing a new puppy home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. From toilet training and teething to those sharp puppy bites, it’s completely normal to wonder if you’re doing things right.

The best time to start training is the day your puppy comes home. Early foundations prevent around 90% of adult behaviour problems, which makes the whole journey far more enjoyable for both of you.

I’m Krisztina, a Bournemouth-based dog trainer offering 1-to-1 puppy training in your own home and local environment across Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch. I’ll get you started on the right foot from day one, building confidence, focus, and good manners in a way that’s fun, kind, and built to last.

Reward-based puppy training in Bournemouth

Why 1-to-1 Puppy Training Works Better Than Group Classes

Group puppy classes can be too distracting or overwhelming for young dogs. That’s why I offer 1-to-1 puppy training in your own home and local environment, where your puppy feels safe and ready to learn.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach here. Every session is tailored to your puppy’s breed, personality, and your specific lifestyle.

What We Cover in Puppy Training

Essential Manners

Teaching your puppy focus, sit, stay, and how to settle calmly in the house.

Real-World Foundations

Building the early skills for stress-free lead walking and reliable recall, preparing your puppy for everyday walks in places like Kings Park, the local beaches, or the New Forest.

Home Habits

Tackling common puppy challenges including toilet training, crate training, boundary setting, and managing play biting.

Positive Socialisation

Socialisation isn’t just about meeting other dogs. It’s about teaching your puppy how to calmly navigate the world, build confidence around new noises or environments, and prevent fear-based reactivity later in life.

Reviews

Excellent
Doggie Dog5.0
Based on 35 reviews
Helen Rowlands
3 months ago
We adopted our little rescue dog, Maple, at the beginning of the year and she was showing signs of separation anxiety, general anxiety and some reactivity towards other dogs. We contacted Krisztina because we were feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice online, and wanted someone to come and observe Maple's behaviour in person. Krisztina is brilliant. She is extremely knowledgeable and gave us practical training techniques to work on between visits. She followed this up with written notes, and was also happy to respond to any queries via WhatsApp. Maple is still a work in progress, but she's a much calmer, more relaxed and happier pup. As a family we've learnt so much, including many things we'd never even thought about. We would highly recommend Krisztina!
Nigel Calvert
5 months ago
Krisztina was very patient and knowledgeable. Her input really helped with Clarence, our boisterous Cockapoo puppy. Even after the sessions were over she kept in touch to see how he is getting along and offered advice. I’d definitely recommend Doggie Dog 👍
We had a great experience with Doggie Dog dog training. Krisztina helped us understand how to improve Scooby’s lead walking and recall, and we’re already seeing progress as we put the techniques into practice. We just need to keep practising, especially around distractions. Krisztina was friendly, clear, and really supportive. Highly recommend!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The best time to start is the day your puppy comes home. Early foundations prevent around 90% of adult behaviour problems, making training far more effective than waiting until issues develop.

Fun, Kind, and Built to Last

I use modern, reward-based techniques to make sure your puppy loves the training process. By making good behaviour the most rewarding option for them, you get a dog that listens because they want to, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of good habits.

Set your puppy up for success and prevent problems before they start.