Puppy Training in Manchester & Greater Manchester
Getting a new puppy is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming.
From settling in and toilet training to biting, recall and building confidence, there’s a lot to think about when bringing a puppy home.
Whether your puppy has already arrived or you're still preparing for their arrival, I can help you get off to the best possible start with force-free, games-based puppy training tailored to you and your puppy.
Sessions are available in person across Greater Manchester or online via Zoom if you're further afield.
Puppy training that helps you enjoy life together
We all have a reason for getting a puppy.
Maybe you've dreamed of having a dog for years, you're adding another dog to your family, or you're getting your very first puppy.
But it can be easy to lose sight of that excitement when your puppy won't settle, won't sleep, toilets indoors or starts enthusiastically attacking your clothes, hands and toes!
Puppy training isn't just about teaching a list of behaviours.It's about helping your puppy learn how to navigate the world, build confidence, develop useful life skills and understand how to live successfully alongside you.
At Lead & Follow Dog Training, I'll show you how to use fun, reward-based games to teach your puppy the skills they'll need throughout their life, while strengthening the bond between you.
We can start before your puppy arrives, or from day one onwards.
My aim is to help you create harmony in your household so you can spend less time worrying about what your puppy is doing and more time enjoying your new life together.
What can puppy training help with?
Every puppy is different, so your sessions will be tailored around what you and your puppy need.
We might work on:
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Settling and learning to switch off
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Toilet training
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Teaching your puppy their name
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Recall
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Loose lead walking
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Crate and bed training
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Building confidence
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Handling and cooperative care
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Appropriate play and interaction
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Preventing common problems before they become bigger ones
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Helping your puppy learn how to make good choices
And if something unexpected crops up between sessions, that's exactly what the support is there for.
Green Puppy Training Package
Perfect if your puppy has already arrived and you want practical support to get started on the right paw.
The package includes:
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90-minute initial consultation - in person or online
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2 x 1-hour personalised training sessions
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Written training plans after each lesson, so you know what to practise and when
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Support between sessions, including feedback on questions or training videos you send me
Once you've booked your initial session, I'll send you an online questionnaire so I can understand your puppy, your household and what you'd like to work on before we meet.
During your sessions, I'll show you the games and exercises to use, how to teach them effectively and how to gradually make things more challenging as your puppy develops.
Because every puppy and household is different, your sessions are bespoke rather than following a rigid syllabus.
Amber Puppy Preparation Package
Preparing for your puppy before they even arrive
If this is your first puppy, you might be wondering:
Have I bought everything I need?
How do I prepare the house?
What should I do on the first night?
How do I start toilet training?
What should I teach first?
The Amber Package gives you support before and after your puppy arrives, helping you feel more prepared and confident from day one.
The package includes:
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30-minute Zoom preparation call to look at your home set-up, discuss suitable equipment and prepare for those first few days
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Videos and downloadable resources covering things such as toilet training and teaching your puppy their name
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90-minute in-person session once your puppy has arrived
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2 x 1-hour in-person training sessions
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Written training plans showing you what to do and when
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Support between sessions, including feedback on questions or training videos you send me
This package is particularly useful if you'd like to prepare before your puppy comes home, rather than trying to work everything out once they're already there.
Puppy Training FAQs
When should I start puppy training?
You can start from the moment your puppy comes home. I can also help you prepare before they arrive, so you know how to set up your home and get started from day one.
Can you help before my puppy arrives?
Yes. The Amber Puppy Preparation Package includes a pre-arrival Zoom call, advice on preparing your home and resources to help you get ready before your puppy arrives.
What age should my puppy start training?
Training starts from day one through everyday experiences. We can begin building useful skills, confidence and positive habits as soon as your puppy joins your family.
Can puppy training help with biting?
Yes. Puppy biting and mouthing are common concerns, and we can look at why it's happening and help you manage it while teaching your puppy appropriate ways to interact.
Can you help with toilet training?
Yes. Puppy training can include practical support with toilet training, including establishing routines and helping you work through any difficulties you're experiencing.
Do you offer puppy training in Manchester?
Yes. I offer in-person puppy training across Greater Manchester, with online support available via Zoom for owners further afield.
What if I'm not sure which puppy package is right for me?
Book a free chat and we can talk through when your puppy is arriving, what support you'd like and which option is likely to suit you best.
You don't have to figure puppyhood out alone
Your puppy doesn't need to be perfect.
And you don't need to know everything before they arrive.
The aim of puppy training isn't to create a dog who simply does what they're told. It's to give you the knowledge and skills to help your puppy grow into a confident, capable companion — while building a relationship you both enjoy.
Force-free. Games-based. Tailored to you and your puppy.
