A Different Dog offers One to One Dog Training in your own home (either in person or virtually) - 
 we will work with you to tackle any training problems or teach new skills
If you're looking for help with recall, why not take a look at our special One to One Recall Training Package?

Typical training issues could include:

  • Walking on a loose-lead (not pulling)
  • Recall (coming back when called)
  • Controlled greetings (not jumping up)
  • ​Food manners and self control 
  • Dropping items when asked
  • Handling and grooming
  • Leaving items when asked
  • Settling/ relaxing
  • Socialisation/ habituation experiences
  • Teaching of new skills
  • Advice on avoiding problems later in life
  • ​Any other training issues you want to address

Costs and Packages:

One-Off Session​
​1 x consultation + train (1.5 hour)
Follow-up sessions (1 hour = £110)​
£160 - for 1 Session
(one-off sessions are for 1.5 hrs)
Starter Package ​
​1 x initial consultation (1 hour)
2 x training sessions (1 hour)
£320 - for 3 Sessions
(this is a saving of £10)
Standard Package ​
​1 x initial consultation (1 hour)
4 x training sessions (1 hour)
£525 - for 5 Sessions
(this is a saving of £25)
+ travel expenses (if applicable) - click here to check the exact travel charge to your address
Virtual Packages 
Online course (choose from 'Puppy', 'Teen', 'Recall' or 'Lead Walking') PLUS One to One Virtual Support (eg. Skype/ FaceTime/ phone)
£100 - £150
Virtual Sessions
Via Skype/ FaceTime/ Zoom
60 mins = £90
​90 mins = £140

PRAISE FOR OUR ONE TO ONE SESSIONS

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Our experience was very positive and helpful.  We learned new, more effective ways of training our dog and we could immediately see results.  I liked Gretta's patience with us and our dog and the clear explanations of what we were doing and why.

Kaylee

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From the initial call in, it was easy and flexible. The session itself was extremely informative and was not rushed; in fact, it felt very relaxed - just like a walk with someone who obviously understands dogs.  Don't change a thing!

Franc

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​It was really positive to see our dog respond so quickly to Gretta.  
We learned some interesting training techniques and methods that helped us understand how Dexter was thinking.  I would definitely recommend A Different Dog! ​

Katrina

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​I would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you for all the hard work you have done for Tango. Thank you for showing me the correct way to help and support him in his journey to being a confident, happy dog who chooses the right way to do things. 
On our walk today, he saw rabbits and checked in with me, ignoring them!
He is a different dog from when we first worked together, 5 sessions ago.  Thank you.

Hilary

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I found it most interesting this afternoon - I found the session so helpful.  
It looks like our dog will thrive on the training... I couldn't believe how quickly he responded to you!  ​Thank you! ​​

Dawn

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I didn't click with our first dog trainer but A Different Dog has been very helpful,
with a calm, positive approach.  I wouldn't change anything
​and I would definitely recommend to others.

Kate

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​Barney is doing super-well with his not jumping up, eye contact and leave-it training since your visit.  I literally can't believe how easy it has been.  I feel very guilty that we hadn't worked all this out before now.  Thanks again for all your help.  You are a miracle-worker!

Heather

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​A fantastic insight into my rescue dog's behaviours and how to deal with them.
Gretta was extremely knowledgeable and followed up with lots of support and resources - Benson and I can't thank you enough!

Melanie

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​Thank you so much for today.  It was nice to get feedback from someone who understands dogs and I'm glad you got the measure of him, as he's such a lovely dog. I feel happier that we've made a start on figuring things out and appreciate all your advice.

Kate

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​Thank you so much..... I got an incredible amount out of our session.  I have tried some of the things you suggested and already I can see the confidence and enjoyment he is getting from it. Thank you also for sending through such helpful links. ​

Joan

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​I've used other trainers before, but as an inexperienced dog owner, Gretta's approach, detailed explanations and non judgmental / encouraging style, made the whole process so much more beneficial and the outcomes have been great. It's already made such a difference to Max and I would thoroughly recommend 'A Different Dog' to anyone.
I'd give it 6 stars if I could.......

Martin

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​I am so pleased with the work Gretta did with us and our 1yr old poodle, Buddy. Gretta made sure we understood and were happy with her advice.  We gained so much from the 5 One to One sessions that we had and are confident that, as long as we continue with what we have learnt, we will have a well behaved and happy dog. I know for sure Buddy is going to miss the visits from Gretta and I thank you for your help.

Janine

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​I just wanted to thank you for the last lesson - we’ve been working on all the things from the session and he’s doing really well.  The only negative after the lesson we had was that Ollie was DEVASTATED when you left. He was truly inconsolable for about 20-30 minutes! 

Sham

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​Thank you so much - your advice and support has been invaluable.   Not only has there been a marked improvement in her focus and responsiveness - but your guidance in learning how to "read" her behaviour,  how and what she is communicating to me  has been a real turning point; and the key to unlocking her potential and mine! Your training sessions were really fun for her and illuminating for me  - you have given me the skills to help Dingo be a fantastic dog!! I will certainly keep up the training... especially as we are both enjoying it so much now! 

Laura

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I just wanted to update you. We now have a different dog who loves the boys! We continued with your advice and each day she got more and more relaxed with them until they could happily be in same room together with no barking. Gradually she has grown to love them and goes to them for pets and tickles as much as anyone else in the family. Life is so much better for all of us.  Thank you for your help as without it we may have had to send Kheera back to the rescue charity and we can’t imagine life without her now. 

Deirdre

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Just a quick email to let you know how Buddy got on after his additional training. 
We are very proud of how well he has done - he has been a clever boy and learnt what was expected of him.  So thanks again, you are well worth the money! 

Janine

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I can't thank you enough for your help and advice on how to help Glen. 
We've been doing the lead training as you showed and it's going really well. No tantrums. It's very relaxing and I finally feel as though I'm getting somewhere.  [Glen was a rescue dog who had spent most of his life in a dark barn, without human contact.  He was very friendly but had none of the skills he needed to be a pet dog.  His owner was super!]

Sharon

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We are so delighted with our dog now. Thanks to your gentle encouragement and tips she has developed into a really lovely, loving and obedient hound. I am so grateful to have been shown a different way of handling the issues we had with her. 

Rosie

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I just wanted to give you an update on Demis....OMG he's a different dog! All the things you said would come...Did!  I didn't quite believe you when you said he will get it....but you were right - we had to rethink how to get the result we wanted and it worked.  Thanks Gretta for all your advice: you are amazing and I will always recommend you... if Demis can be saved, it's a testament to your skills !

Joanne

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We started working with Gretta from A Different Dog as we needed some help with our lovely Labradoodle Lola who did not like getting in the car or being handled by the vet.
It was so reassuring to see progress being made from the first meeting.  The final session took place at the vet practice. Lola happily bounced into the car boot (which would never have happened before the training) and, once at the vets, we were able to practise and improve her ability to be handled. Lola has made great leaps forward and, although there is still a way, to go I am delighted with her progress.  I feel I know and understand how to continue the training with Lola myself and am also confident that should I need some additional support,  I would get a prompt reply from Gretta to an email.  A Different Dog have made a huge difference to us and I would not hesitate to recommend them at all.

Marg

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I would fully recommend Gretta and “A Different Dog” to anyone who is having training difficulties with their dog. My sheepdog puppy had been constantly chasing my cats and it was driving me mad, and I was constantly being told by others to punish her and it was naughty behaviour. Gretta helped me to understand that actually my poor puppy was really stressed and anxious, and she suggested a few simple adjustments to my training to help retrain her to ignore her obsessive impulses. Over the last few weeks the new training has made such an impact, and now both she and the cats are far more relaxed, even both sitting together on the sofa! Thanks to Gretta I now see my dog in a totally different way, and can use positive approaches to help guide her behaviour.

Katherine

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GOOD TO KNOW

One to One Training can take place at your home or any other suitable venue (eg. at the park).
Visits are followed up with an email with relevant advice/ videos etc, to support you after the session.
For some locations, a travel charge may be applicable - click here to check the exact travel charge to your address
To book or discuss your needs, please contact us or click on 'book now'

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