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Bruce the Shar Pei
Review
Thankyou to Helene from HDW for training our Bruce. He learnt his basic skills and how to interact with other dogs without being dominant
Katrina
Thankyou to Helene from HDW for training our Bruce. He learnt his basic skills and how to interact with other dogs without being dominant
Katrina
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Fable an
American Mastiff Cross
Review
Thankyou Helene in helping with Fable. Helene was very patient and helpful and Fable excelled in doing as he was asked without to much fuss. He has stopped pulling and plays with the children happily without the mouthing.
Lisa
Thankyou Helene in helping with Fable. Helene was very patient and helpful and Fable excelled in doing as he was asked without to much fuss. He has stopped pulling and plays with the children happily without the mouthing.
Lisa
Kaja a
German Shepherd
about
Kaja was rescued from a breeder and came with many issues. She had to learn English with hand signals. She is now a balanced dog and will interact if approached in the right way
Kaja was rescued from a breeder and came with many issues. She had to learn English with hand signals. She is now a balanced dog and will interact if approached in the right way
Bud the Chug
about
I was brought in to assist in modifing some behaviour work. He was taken back to basics and how to put a harness on without getting excited and nipping
I was brought in to assist in modifing some behaviour work. He was taken back to basics and how to put a harness on without getting excited and nipping
Scar a
German Shepherd Dog
about
Scar was attacked by some dogs and had become fearful. The care giver resorted to muzzling him. We took him back to basics and done some modification work. He no longer uses a muzzle and will interact with some dogs
Scar was attacked by some dogs and had become fearful. The care giver resorted to muzzling him. We took him back to basics and done some modification work. He no longer uses a muzzle and will interact with some dogs
Bambi a Jack Russell
review
When I adopted Bambi, she didn't like men and was a problem when walking her daily. After many weeks of training she now volunteers going up to some men for a fuss. Many thanks to Helene and her team for their support over the last 18 months. Thankyou from the bottom of my heart. I could not of done it without you
Mrs P
When I adopted Bambi, she didn't like men and was a problem when walking her daily. After many weeks of training she now volunteers going up to some men for a fuss. Many thanks to Helene and her team for their support over the last 18 months. Thankyou from the bottom of my heart. I could not of done it without you
Mrs P
Evie a Chihauhau Cross
about
Evie is a rescue. Her previous owner, who was elderly, forgot to feed her, so was super excited when food was around, so was very demanding. She learnt things very quickly and loves to please you. Her food issues are still ongoing
Evie is a rescue. Her previous owner, who was elderly, forgot to feed her, so was super excited when food was around, so was very demanding. She learnt things very quickly and loves to please you. Her food issues are still ongoing
Cal a Belgium Malinois
about
Also known as Gator, he came with many issues, as the care giver didn't know anything about the breed and was disabled. He was taken back to basics and once learnt progressed onto learning to walk with a disability scooter. He is doing really well and loves the jobs given to help with his high drive. And he loves going out with the scooter.
Also known as Gator, he came with many issues, as the care giver didn't know anything about the breed and was disabled. He was taken back to basics and once learnt progressed onto learning to walk with a disability scooter. He is doing really well and loves the jobs given to help with his high drive. And he loves going out with the scooter.
Max
German Shepherd/Collie Cross
about
Max was taken back to basics to help the bonding process as he was a rescue dog. He did very well and achieved Silver Award, but sadly retired due to health issues. He still assists in group session when he is up for it.
Max was taken back to basics to help the bonding process as he was a rescue dog. He did very well and achieved Silver Award, but sadly retired due to health issues. He still assists in group session when he is up for it.
Flash
Springer / Labrador cross
Review
Flash came to me with many behavioural problems, as at 18 months old she had never seen the inside of a house. She displayed serious aggression to my other dogs.
1 year later and extensive training, a change of food and her health issues managed, she has become a valued member of my household.
After many tears shed, when things did not go to plan and the enormous help of HDW dog training, we managed to turn it around
I would like to thank all those involved, as without their help Flash would have been put to sleep
MRS O
Flash came to me with many behavioural problems, as at 18 months old she had never seen the inside of a house. She displayed serious aggression to my other dogs.
1 year later and extensive training, a change of food and her health issues managed, she has become a valued member of my household.
After many tears shed, when things did not go to plan and the enormous help of HDW dog training, we managed to turn it around
I would like to thank all those involved, as without their help Flash would have been put to sleep
MRS O
Cass
German Shepherd
Review
Cass was uses as a bait dog against 15 Jack Russells and had been ill treated by the breeder, that owned her.
She showed aggression especially towards small dogs and men.
Helene has worked wonders with her and it has been a long haul, but the improvements are astonishing. Unfortunately, because of this and the amount of time and money that it was taking, I felt that it was for the best interest for my dogs welfare, that someone else would be better qualified as her owner, as this was not a breed I was familiar with.
After much discussion and because of the bond Helene had earnt with Cass, she decided to take her on .
Thanks again Helene, as much as you worked wonders and still some to do, I would still recommend your services to anyone that asks, but also warn them that it is not a short thing, and that some issues take longer to resolve
MS B
UPDATE
Cass is still ongoing but we can now meet up with some dogs without any incident and she now has a close bond with my partner. She tolerates some children in short bursts and will greet strangers when introduced properly.
Cass was uses as a bait dog against 15 Jack Russells and had been ill treated by the breeder, that owned her.
She showed aggression especially towards small dogs and men.
Helene has worked wonders with her and it has been a long haul, but the improvements are astonishing. Unfortunately, because of this and the amount of time and money that it was taking, I felt that it was for the best interest for my dogs welfare, that someone else would be better qualified as her owner, as this was not a breed I was familiar with.
After much discussion and because of the bond Helene had earnt with Cass, she decided to take her on .
Thanks again Helene, as much as you worked wonders and still some to do, I would still recommend your services to anyone that asks, but also warn them that it is not a short thing, and that some issues take longer to resolve
MS B
UPDATE
Cass is still ongoing but we can now meet up with some dogs without any incident and she now has a close bond with my partner. She tolerates some children in short bursts and will greet strangers when introduced properly.
Bounty
Huntaway/Collie cross
Review
Most important thing first: our dog Bounty loves Val!
She is a great dog trainer and taught our puppy and us so much. Especially during a difficult time after Bounty was spayed and was scared of the whole world, she kept coming up with new approaches on how to get her out of the house again and make her feel more comfortable.
During our normal training sessions Val mixes old material with new, so Bounty keeps improving her existing skills but never gets bored and we come home with a new skill every time.
We really like how friendly and helpful Val is and how she doesn't shy away from telling us what we are doing wrong, that's why we've been seeing her for more than a year now.
Thanks for helping us become better dog owners and Bounty an even greater dog
Melanie Plock
Most important thing first: our dog Bounty loves Val!
She is a great dog trainer and taught our puppy and us so much. Especially during a difficult time after Bounty was spayed and was scared of the whole world, she kept coming up with new approaches on how to get her out of the house again and make her feel more comfortable.
During our normal training sessions Val mixes old material with new, so Bounty keeps improving her existing skills but never gets bored and we come home with a new skill every time.
We really like how friendly and helpful Val is and how she doesn't shy away from telling us what we are doing wrong, that's why we've been seeing her for more than a year now.
Thanks for helping us become better dog owners and Bounty an even greater dog
Melanie Plock
Zena
German Shepherd
About
Zena is one of the dogs that I will be teaching in my Part 1 Instructor course.
She is a very shy dog.
Helene
Zena is one of the dogs that I will be teaching in my Part 1 Instructor course.
She is a very shy dog.
Helene
Zeus
German Shepherd
About
Zeus is another puppy, that will be used in my training to become a Instructor
Zeus is the brother to Zena and is the complete opposite to her.
Helene
Zeus is another puppy, that will be used in my training to become a Instructor
Zeus is the brother to Zena and is the complete opposite to her.
Helene
Ziggy
Geman Shepherd
About
Ziggy is another dog that I will be training for my Instructor course
He is very active and into everything and just wants to play
Helene
Ziggy is another dog that I will be training for my Instructor course
He is very active and into everything and just wants to play
Helene
Sheba
German Shepherd
Review
I would like to thank Helene and Val in their swift response and professionalism in regards to our beautiful German Shepherd pup Sheba. We were clueless as to where to start with our puppy.
Val was assigned to the task of coming to our home (outdoors) and helping with Sheba's 6 week training programme, which has been a total challenge and joy!
Every week was a different challenge and training for Sheba but she took to it like duck to water.
Val was professional at all times and always had tips and advice with our never ending questions, thanks Val.
Sheba is now 4 months old and understands basic commands and obedience which benefits her and us equally!
Totally recommend HDW to anyone who are looking for a dog trainer, you won't be disappointed! Thanks again Val
Warm regards Jesse and Chrisha
I would like to thank Helene and Val in their swift response and professionalism in regards to our beautiful German Shepherd pup Sheba. We were clueless as to where to start with our puppy.
Val was assigned to the task of coming to our home (outdoors) and helping with Sheba's 6 week training programme, which has been a total challenge and joy!
Every week was a different challenge and training for Sheba but she took to it like duck to water.
Val was professional at all times and always had tips and advice with our never ending questions, thanks Val.
Sheba is now 4 months old and understands basic commands and obedience which benefits her and us equally!
Totally recommend HDW to anyone who are looking for a dog trainer, you won't be disappointed! Thanks again Val
Warm regards Jesse and Chrisha
Mya
About
Owners were new to having a dog. Was taught basic puppy training and owners taught how to interact
Owners were new to having a dog. Was taught basic puppy training and owners taught how to interact
scooter
About.
Owners were new to having a dog. Basic puppy training and advice on the home environment
Owners were new to having a dog. Basic puppy training and advice on the home environment
Kobi
German Shepherd
About
Kobi had been taught the wrong way and was behaving unruly.
He was taken back to basics and his behaviour was modified in the appropriate way using reward based and not forceful training
Kobi had been taught the wrong way and was behaving unruly.
He was taken back to basics and his behaviour was modified in the appropriate way using reward based and not forceful training
Tilly
Weimaraner
About
Tilly came to us at 5 months old
She required basic training
Tilly came to us at 5 months old
She required basic training
Rocky.
GSD/Doberman cross
About
Rocky was a rescue dog and came to us for his basic training
Rocky was a rescue dog and came to us for his basic training
Rufous and Kyro
Labrador/Beagle cross
About
These dogs are brothers.
We were asked to help with their basic training, and was asked for help with their health and wellbeing, to ensure that they were getting it right
These dogs are brothers.
We were asked to help with their basic training, and was asked for help with their health and wellbeing, to ensure that they were getting it right
Lyra
Cockerpoo
About
Was asked to help with basic training and food advice
Was asked to help with basic training and food advice
Izzy.
American Bull Mastiff
Review (shortened to fit)
I had been looking for a dog trainer a while and was given Val's number.
Well within the first 5 minutes Izzy responded to Val, it was amazing to watch and the even better part was that I was able to follow suit and Izzy started responding to me as well
6 weeks of sessions with Val and my confidence is sky high with Izzy and can handle any situation. Val is amazing and so easy to work with, I could ask her anything and she wouldn't judge me if i felt the question was stupid. She was amazing with Izzy and she really liked Val (or was it the liver cake!!!)
I would recommend val to anyone who is looking for a dog trainer. You have to work hard and will know if you have done your homework. If your not prepared to work at training your dog, then you will not get the results you want.
Izzy now routinely responds to commands, walks nicely on a lead and is polite when meeting new people. She is slowly learning to tolerate other dogs. Val taught me that training a dog is never ending and training needs to be taken at every opportunity
Izzy and Carley
I had been looking for a dog trainer a while and was given Val's number.
Well within the first 5 minutes Izzy responded to Val, it was amazing to watch and the even better part was that I was able to follow suit and Izzy started responding to me as well
6 weeks of sessions with Val and my confidence is sky high with Izzy and can handle any situation. Val is amazing and so easy to work with, I could ask her anything and she wouldn't judge me if i felt the question was stupid. She was amazing with Izzy and she really liked Val (or was it the liver cake!!!)
I would recommend val to anyone who is looking for a dog trainer. You have to work hard and will know if you have done your homework. If your not prepared to work at training your dog, then you will not get the results you want.
Izzy now routinely responds to commands, walks nicely on a lead and is polite when meeting new people. She is slowly learning to tolerate other dogs. Val taught me that training a dog is never ending and training needs to be taken at every opportunity
Izzy and Carley
sammy
About
Was brought in to help with basic training and how to interact in a safe way
Was brought in to help with basic training and how to interact in a safe way
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