Dog Behaviour Consultations and Training across the North East of England. Remote services available nationwide.
Proud Pups Canine Behaviour and Training centres on modern behavioural science to achieve the best between dog and guardian. Fully insured and using only the kindest of methods, our knowledge and expertise in Clinical Animal Behaviour can help every dog in any situation.
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3 customer reviews
Rosie
Dog Training
Tom was incredibly responsive and helpful from the get go. Our first session covered some training fundamentals that we've implemented and already seen an improvement in us and our puppy. We look forward to our future sessions! More...
Reply from Proud Pups Canine Behaviour and Training
Thanks for the review Rosie! It was a pleasure to work with you guys, looking forward to our future sessions :)
Ivan
We had a fantastic intro session with Tom. We went through the basics of training, learning lots of really handy tips using positive reinforcement techniques. Our primary goal was to get the basics sorted, such as having good recall and leaning to keep focus, and we've been having plenty of success getting there by sticking to the techniques learned from Tom. Thanks, Tom, you're a great trainer! More...
Reply from Proud Pups Canine Behaviour and Training
Thanks Ivan! Luce was a fun pup to work with and glad you enjoyed the session :)
Terri
Tom at Proud Pups has been an integral part of my Rescue pups' rehabilitation. I have two Romanian street dogs which I adopted as puppies. Both have had very different experiences in their early lives leading to varied challenging behaviour issues. At one point I was ready to give up on Jasper, the most reactive of the two , in all honestly, he was making everyday life a misery! Tom helped me to step back and take each issue one at a time with a very simple and easy to follow plan with support on hand every step of the way. No quick fixes, electric collars, punishments or any of the negative training you see online. Tom's knowledge and experience is second to none, he is worth every penny and more! The training is never over with my rescues , and we will always be working on something but thanks to Tom we now have happy, settled dogs, and I feel confident I can tackle anything that crops up. Thankfully Tom has given me the life time tools to do so! I will be recommending Tom at Proud Pups to anyone who needs a helping hand with their Dogs behaviour. More...
Reply from Proud Pups Canine Behaviour and Training
Thank you Terri! Always happy to help and its so great to hear Jasper and Benny are doing so well!
What do you love most about your job?
Sharing my love of dogs, training and behaviour with a wider audience. I love the consultative approach to help owners achieve their best.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Whilst training within rescue and the assistance dog world is very rewarding, I feel as though I am missing out on the customer service side and helping people directly. I want to go beyond and help dogs in homes and real life situations.
Why should our clients choose you?
Since childhood, I have been passionate about animals. My journey into the world of dog training began when I was just 7 years old, following the arrival of our rescue Patterdale Terrier, Mylo. With his adorable face and impressive hunting skills, Mylo also came with several behavioural challenges which I eagerly sought to address. It wasn’t until I completed school and pursued animal-specific studies that I truly comprehended the complexities of dog behaviour and discovered a deep-seated passion for behavioural modification and training.
I went on to study for a BSc in Animal Behaviour and Welfare, which paved the way for my career as a zookeeper, where I had the privilege of working with a diverse range of species. My love for training continued to grow as I developed and implemented training programs for the various animals in my care. Although these animals were far more exotic than dogs, the experience significantly refined my training skills. After leaving the zoo in 2019 and spending two years working and travelling in Australia, I was certain I wanted to specialise in dog behaviour upon my return to the UK.
At the beginning of 2022, I moved to London and joined one of the UK’s largest rescue centres as a Canine Behaviourist and Training Advisor. In this role, I worked with a wide array of breeds, from Chihuahuas to Mastiffs, addressing common behavioural issues in pet dogs. In October 2022, I commenced my part-time studies in Clinical Animal Behaviour at the University of Lincoln. Recognised as one of the world’s leading institutions, this course equipped me with extensive knowledge in managing complex behaviour cases, employing a psychobiological approach to assess, diagnose, and treat behavioural issues.
In the summer of 2024, I concluded my time in London and, accompanied by my rescue Staffie, Evie, returned to my home in the North East. I now serve as a Dog Training Instructor for one of the UK’s largest assistance dog charities and also extend my expertise through Proud Pups Canine Behaviour and Training services, dedicated to helping you and your dog foster a deeper understanding and a harmonious relationship.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes I’m happy to meet either on Zoom, Teams or over the phone. I’m incredibly flexible with remote services and have a lot of availability.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
Offering remote services should any concerns arise around Covid-19.
1 to 1 Training
We can work on common general manners, life skills or trick training!
Want your dog to settle at the pub by your feet? No problem! Want your dog to do cool tricks to show him off and keep his brain busy? Look no further!
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Behaviour Consultations
For the trickier cases when dogs need emotional support to overcome challenges. I work on vet referral to produce the best results for you and your dog.
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Puppy Training
All the fun and games to teach your tiny tot to become a well rounded adult dog!
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