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Young Handler Classes

Helping both child and dog develop confidence and strengthen their bond

Course length: Ongoing

Each class lasts: 45 Minutes

Max dogs per class: 6

Suitable For

Children age 8 and above, see conditions below

Class Information

Continue your training journey together by building on the skills you and your dog have already learned. Our progressive follow-on classes help both child and dog develop confidence, strengthen their bond, and refine their training in a fun and supportive environment.

 

Course length:  Ongoing monthly enrolment. Weekly continuous classes until notice of withdrawal received (see terms and conditions)

Each class lasts: 45 minutes per session

Max dogs per class: 6 dogs

Suitable For:

To enrol on Young Handler, Children age 8 and above. clients must have completed the Level 1 Puppy or Beginner Course with Lincs Dog Training or undertaken a one-to-one assessment to align with our training methods

Noting that young handlers must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

 

Class Information

Our Junior Handler classes are designed to develop the relationship between young handlers and their dogs while helping each dog become the best version of themselves through a variety of fun and rewarding activities.

Working towards the Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Scheme and the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) Good Companion Awards, young handlers learn practical dog training and handling skills in a supportive environment.

These classes help inspire young people, building confidence as dog handlers, develop independence and responsibility, and strengthen the bond they share with their dogs.

As well as training, sessions cover many aspects of responsible dog ownership, care, and welfare, providing younger members with the knowledge and skills to enjoy a lifelong partnership with their dogs.

Classes include but not limited to:

Loose lead walking

Reliable recall (coming when called)

Child engagement and focus

Weekly Classes Cover:

The Association of Pet Dog Good Companion Awards – Continuous assessment during classes

The Kennel Club Good Citizen Scheme – Voluntary periodic assessments throughout the year

Talking Dogs Rally Obedience

Agility Training

Trick Training

Scent work

Body awareness and conditioning

Bespoke training tailored to individual client needs

 

Classes are held on Fridays and instructed by Sophie

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We pride ourselves on improving relationships between owners and their dogs.

Amazing place to take your puppy’s & dogs of all ages, my puppy is learning so much here. Lorraine is such an amazing trainer, highly recommend this lovely lady to anybody & everybody.

Emily Maynard

Lorraine and the team are great trainers caring equally for handlers and dogs. All of my dogs have always enjoyed the various classes and courses we’ve attended and love the variety of activities on offer.

Becca Adams

We’ve just completed the beginners course, and can’t wait to go back! Lorraine was so understanding and patient, she really took time to understand each of the dogs needs and we felt really comfortable here. Couldn’t recommend enough, our dog is happier, calmer and listens (finally)!!

Rebecca Hickman

Really can’t recommend Lorraine enough, she is very good and the classes have been great and both our dog and us have learnt a lot.  Also the training takes place in great secure and safe premises.

Duncan Brown

100% would recommend Lincs Dog Training, our rescue blue has come out of his shell so much in just 6 weeks, from not been able to even walk through a door or do someone commands, to confidently been in a room with other people, healing, sitting and waiting, walking off a lead! Lorraine can’t do enough!

Kerry Haywood

We went on the 6 week course with Lorraine and she was fantastic! Learnt so much and so helpful on every aspect. Anyone who needs a dog trainer I would so recommend her!

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