
West Yorkshire's Specialist in Reactive Dog Behaviour
You're already scanning the horizon before you've even left the house. You walk at odd hours. You cross the road. You avoid the park. And you're exhausted by it — because this isn't what you got a dog for.
In 4 weeks, we'll get you to a place where you actually look forward to the lead coming out.
1:1 dog training across West Yorkshire — Knottingley, Pontefract & Wakefield — only 10 spots per month
You grip the lead tighter the moment you spot another dog. You're already bracing before anything's even happened. You've tried treats, you've tried corrections, you've watched the YouTube videos — and it works for a bit, then it falls apart again. You're not doing anything wrong. You just haven't had the right structure yet.
"I walk her at night so we don't run into other dogs."
You've changed your whole routine just to avoid the situation. Early mornings, late nights, quiet back streets — anything to dodge the stress.
"It gets better, then it goes back. Gets better, then goes back."
You've had good weeks. You've felt hopeful. Then one bad walk undoes it all. The cycle is exhausting.
"I just panic. I'm not always that quick to react."
By the time you've spotted the other dog, your heart's already racing. Your dog feels every bit of that tension before you've even moved.
"My partner's at the end of their tether with it."
It's not just you — it's affecting the whole household. Arguments, stress, people refusing to walk the dog. It's become a bigger problem than just the dog.
"I feel like I should have sorted this sooner."
You've been putting it off, hoping it would improve on its own. It hasn't. And now the guilt is piling on top of the frustration.
"I've tried YouTube videos, group classes, different trainers. Nothing sticks."
You've put in the time, the money, and the effort. It works for a week, maybe two. Then it unravels. It's not you failing — it's the wrong approach for your dog's specific problem.
Your dog isn't broken. They haven't been shown a clear way to behave — and neither have you been shown how to lead them through it. That's the gap we close.
After going to multiple dog trainers, behaviourists and tried about everything, I got the recommendation to try Chris. We did 3 sessions and wow the difference over the space of 5 weeks is unbelievable. The bond me and Angus have is amazing. Not only does Chris train the dogs but he trains the owners as well. He very much has a no bullsh!t approach and tells you exactly how it is.

Sophie
with Angus
Chris has been amazing. Our bond with Rufus is stronger than ever and his reactivity has pretty much disappeared after just 4 sessions. Will be recommending to everyone, wish we found him sooner.

Thomas Wolfe
with Rufus
At the end of an hour I had a dog who was calm around another dog, who engaged with me and best of all I was relaxed. A miracle happened today. If you want a fantastic dog trainer this is where you need to be.

Emma
with Percy
My dog was 18 months old and had already had 2 previous trainers with very little success. I've gone from a dog that was always at full speed and very hard to control to a dog that is so much calmer and loves learning. You'll only regret not using him earlier.

J H
with Betty
When we first contacted Chris, we were at our wit's end. Teddy was constantly barking, reacting to anyone who came to the house, pulling on the lead. The transformation has been incredible. We can welcome guests without being jumped on, and we're finally able to enjoy calm, pleasant walks.

Louise Haley
with Teddy
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Generic group classes where your dog is just another number
One session, good luck — you're on your own after that
Theory-heavy sessions in a sterile training hall
No guarantee — if it doesn't work, tough
Tailored 1:1 sessions focused entirely on you and your dog's specific issues
60 days of WhatsApp support after training so you're never left guessing
Real-world training where problems actually happen — streets, parks, your home
Full 60-day money-back guarantee because the process works when you follow it
This programme is built differently. Here's what that means in practice.
Sitting through a lecture while your dog stands there doing nothing.
Every session has a clear goal. You'll leave having actually worked your dog.
Being told to just ignore it.
Ignoring the behaviour doesn't make it go away — it builds. We address it with structure and a plan that works.
Turning up to a group class and hoping for the best.
Your dog's problem is specific. The solution needs to be too. Every session is 1:1.
Being left to figure out the homework on your own.
After every session you'll get a clear debrief and exactly what to practise before next time.
Handing your dog over and hoping someone else fixes them.
I coach you, not just the dog. You'll leave every session knowing exactly what to do and why.
Keeping your dog on the lead for the rest of their life.
The goal is a dog that gets to enjoy the freedom they deserve — off-lead, relaxed, and trusted.
This isn't a marketing gimmick. If you follow the programme, do the homework, and put the work in — and you don't see results — you get your money back. Simple as that. I only take on clients who are willing to commit, because my focus is results, not volume.


Chris
Founder & Head Trainer
Armed Forces Veteran
When I left the armed forces, I felt lost. Dog training found me almost by accident — but it quickly became the thing that gave me purpose again. I started with my own dogs, proved things to myself, and began helping others.
But it was my second dog that truly shaped me as a trainer — because she nearly broke me.
I was walking her at odd hours to avoid other dogs. I was tense before we'd even left the house. I'd tried everything I knew, and nothing was sticking. I was working with a trainer at the time whose approach didn't sit right with me, so I stepped away, educated myself properly, and rebuilt the relationship from scratch.
Now she's one of my stooge dogs — calm, focused, and a joy to be around. That transformation is the reason I do this. I'm not just a trainer who's read the theory. I've stood exactly where you're standing right now.
Every week I speak to people who say "I should have done this sooner." I want to make sure you're not still saying that in six months.
Let's get you to the other side of this.
7+
Years Training Dogs
100s
Dogs Helped
If you've been going back and forth on whether to reach out — these are the questions most people have before they do.
Every programme is tailored to your dog's specific needs, so pricing reflects that. The best way to find out what's right for you is to book a free discovery call — I'll listen to what's going on, tell you exactly what I'd recommend, and give you a clear price with no obligation.
That's exactly what most people say, and it makes complete sense. The house and garden are familiar, low-stimulation environments. The moment you step outside, your dog's stress bucket fills up fast — other dogs, strangers, smells, sounds — and everything you've practised at home goes out the window. That's not a training failure. It's a gap in real-world proofing, and it's exactly what The Behaviour Reset is built to fix.
Because you've been reacting to the problem rather than getting ahead of it. Treats work until your dog is too stressed to care. Corrections work until the next trigger appears. What's missing is a structured approach that builds a genuine working relationship — where your dog looks to you before the situation kicks off, not after. That's what we build together over the four weeks.
I've worked with Mastiffs, Dobermans, Staffies, German Shepherds, and everything in between. Breed affects the approach — some dogs need more structure, some need more motivation, some have genetic tendencies we have to work with rather than against. That's why every programme is tailored. If your breed has specific traits, I'll tell you honestly what's realistic and what isn't.
No. The behaviour has been going on for a while, which means it's become a habit — but habits can be changed with the right structure. I've worked with dogs where the issues had been building for two, three, even five years. The longer it's been going on, the more important it is to get a structured plan in place rather than continuing to manage it day to day.
Almost every client says this. And the honest answer is: it's not about blame. Your dog has been responding to unclear signals, inconsistent structure, and your own anxiety — which is completely understandable given what you've been through. Part of what we do is coach you, not just the dog. You'll leave every session knowing exactly what to do and why.
It helps if everyone is on the same page, but it's not essential. We'll work with whoever is the primary handler and build a structure that's simple enough for others in the household to follow. I'll give you the tools to explain it to them too.
Most clients notice a shift after the very first session — not because the dog is suddenly transformed, but because you understand what's happening and have a clear plan. 95% of dogs that come through the programme resolve their main issues within 3 sessions. The key is consistency between sessions, which is why the homework and WhatsApp support exist.
It's a relaxed phone call — usually 20 to 30 minutes. I'll ask about your dog, what's been happening, what you've already tried, and what you want life to look like on the other side. I'll be honest about whether The Behaviour Reset is the right fit. If it's not, I'll tell you that too. No pressure, no hard sell — just a straight conversation.
No. Training doesn't change who your dog is — it gives them the structure and communication they need to be their best self. A playful dog stays playful. A loving dog stays loving. What changes is the chaos, the anxiety, the reactivity. Your dog's personality is not the problem. The behaviour is.
Sometimes — but only after a solid foundation of training has been established. E-collars are a communication tool, not a punishment device. When used correctly, they allow for clear, precise communication at a distance. I never introduce an e-collar until the dog understands what's being asked of them and the collar is used at the lowest effective level.

Most people who reach out say the same thing: "I wish I'd done this sooner." Book a free call with Chris, tell him what's been going on, and get an honest answer about whether The Behaviour Reset is right for you. No scripts. No pressure. Just a real conversation.
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