Dog trainer, behaviour consultant, Coach & Friend

 I have had a passion for dogs for as long as I can remember!  Growing up with border collies and always looking after dogs for friends and family was the starting point of my love for all things dog!

In 2012 I decided to take things a step further and began my studies on both Dog Training and Behaviour in order to become a certified trainer and behaviourist

After an intensive initial 2 years studying, I set up my own dog training services in 2013 and have continued to help owners and their dogs since as well as continuing to further my own studies and knowledge each year through various accredited colleges, courses and dog training affiliations. As it stands I now have almost a decade of experience in my field as well as numerous certificates & diplomas and continue to develop my knowledge and accreditations further year on year

At any given time my husband and I tend to have a small pack of our own! 

The services I offer cover  dog training , puppy training, dog obedience training and behaviour support in Wishaw, Motherwell and most of the Lanarkshire based areas

I primarily offer 1-2-1 private training but also have group obedience classes, group confidence walks, Puppy groups and puppy play dates throughout the year!

Julie Smith dog training and behaviour in North Lanarkshire

Dog trainer

My very first certificate was back in 2012 now and was the Sarah Whitehead  'Think Dog' course 

Since then I have accumulated many more including  IMDT certificates,  a BCCS diploma in Advanced Canine Behaviour with a 'Merit' award, and an Open College Diploma course in dog training which I passed with 'Distinction'. 

 I am a member of and a recognised instructor for the Academy of Dog Training and Behaviour, details of which can be found on the ADTB website. 

You'll also find my business listed on the British College of Canine Studies graduate directory

As well as this I have a host of positive reviews on the Good Dog Guide website where my services have been listed for many years

I continue to grow in my field now  and look to continue studying for many years to come. You can never know to much! 

 My training methods focus on positive and reward based training with all dogs including my own and truly believe this is the best way for not only the dogs but in order to strengthen the trust and bonds we have with them. This can be with food, praise or their favourite toy depending on the dog.

We do need to add corrections when training to help our dogs understand what we are looking for from them. These do NOT have to inflict pain or fear and none of the methods I use will ever hurt or scare a dog!

My training methods are about building trust with your dog and strengthening the bond and relationship you have. I use ways which will motivate the dog and have been found to have better long term benefits for both you and him 

I train my own dogs the same way I will train yours. And I'd very much like to say I am proud of my dogs as a whole and the amazing bond we share

Skye is now the only female dog in our household and will be 8 years old in September 2021

Skye enjoys doing obedience and trick training as well as agility throughout the summer when she can. She has endless energy and can run for miles (and miles and miles and miles!!!). 

She is a loving and affectionate wee soul who adores cuddles but is also a tomboy who loves puddles and mud even more!