Julie Smith
Dog Training & Behaviour

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Dog trainer, behaviour consultant, Coach & Friend

Let me tell you a little bit about me...

A 'Balanced' approach to modern dog training

Certificates , Qualifications & Memberships

 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!


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Certificates , Qualifications & Memberships

A 'Balanced' approach to modern dog training

Certificates , Qualifications & Memberships

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! 

A 'Balanced' approach to modern dog training

A 'Balanced' approach to modern dog training

A 'Balanced' approach to modern dog training

 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

Our dogs

Poppy 2003 - 2017 Bear 2013 - 2021

Poppy 2003 - 2017 Bear 2013 - 2021

Poppy 2003 - 2017 Bear 2013 - 2021

Bear is our Alaskan Malamute and Poppy  who we sadly lost in August 2017 was our little old lady jack Russel. The matriarch of the household. She would have been turning 15 shortly before she left us and was such a fantastic little dog.


Bear  was my Alaskan Malamute and was my best friend in the whole world. Unfortunately he passed away in

Bear is our Alaskan Malamute and Poppy  who we sadly lost in August 2017 was our little old lady jack Russel. The matriarch of the household. She would have been turning 15 shortly before she left us and was such a fantastic little dog.


Bear  was my Alaskan Malamute and was my best friend in the whole world. Unfortunately he passed away in June 2021 at just 7 years of age due to severe kennel cough! 

He was the love of my life and the best dog anyone could wish to have by their side. The hardest work to train but the most rewarding by far! He'll remain with me always 

Wee Alfie - 2009 -2021

Poppy 2003 - 2017 Bear 2013 - 2021

Poppy 2003 - 2017 Bear 2013 - 2021

Alfie is 10 years old and is a loving wee man who just loves toys! He will happily play for hours on end before enjoying a nice cuddle with you on the sofa. 

Alfie hates other dogs and is offended at the mere thought of another one in his presence! He much prefers human company to canine although we have worked hard over the years to chang

Alfie is 10 years old and is a loving wee man who just loves toys! He will happily play for hours on end before enjoying a nice cuddle with you on the sofa. 

Alfie hates other dogs and is offended at the mere thought of another one in his presence! He much prefers human company to canine although we have worked hard over the years to change the fear aggression he displays to a more calm and controlled behaviour in which he and I can control and walk away from.


Sadly Alfie passed away on January 1st 2021 . Forever my 'Wee Man'.

Blue

Poppy 2003 - 2017 Bear 2013 - 2021

Blue

Blue is my gorgeous Tri Border Collie. He is 14 years old in  Jan 2022 and we adopted him from Dog's Trust when he was around 6 months. 

Blue is quite possibly the best dog in the whole world. But that's just how he is and I can't even take all the credit. 

He is a great support to me when helping train other dogs wit fear aggression or poo

Blue is my gorgeous Tri Border Collie. He is 14 years old in  Jan 2022 and we adopted him from Dog's Trust when he was around 6 months. 

Blue is quite possibly the best dog in the whole world. But that's just how he is and I can't even take all the credit. 

He is a great support to me when helping train other dogs wit fear aggression or poor socialisation issues.

He does suffer quite badly now from arthritis and now that he's in his senior years has been known to get a little crabby around more boisterous dogs.

Skye

Maverick & Pickle

Wee Bert

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!

Wee Bert

Maverick & Pickle

Wee Bert

The newest addition to the Smith family is Wee Bert the border collie (yes... we do love Border collies!).

Bert is only 12 weeks in this photo and already loves obedience training.

He is beginning to practice certain tricks as well and is a typically intelligent border collie who learns fast!

Bert has been the hardest of all our dogs and cam

The newest addition to the Smith family is Wee Bert the border collie (yes... we do love Border collies!).

Bert is only 12 weeks in this photo and already loves obedience training.

He is beginning to practice certain tricks as well and is a typically intelligent border collie who learns fast!

Bert has been the hardest of all our dogs and came with some serious fear and aggression tendencies.

He's the most loving and affectionate soul and I'm forever grateful I ended up being his human!

Maverick & Pickle

Maverick & Pickle

Maverick & Pickle

 Little Pickle is around 18 months old now and maverick, the baby of the Smith bunch is just 14 weekso old


Both are jack Russell terriers, one of my absolute favourite breeds!


Regardless of how many dogs you may have in your home, having the right training, routine and exercise regime in place is essential for the overall well being of your

 Little Pickle is around 18 months old now and maverick, the baby of the Smith bunch is just 14 weekso old


Both are jack Russell terriers, one of my absolute favourite breeds!


Regardless of how many dogs you may have in your home, having the right training, routine and exercise regime in place is essential for the overall well being of your dog and in creating the dog and behaviours you wish to see.

Both physical and mental stimulation are a must and go hand in hand together with neither one being a 'fix' on it's own.

Whether it may be training basic manners, obedience, tricks or agility

it will all help you create a bond with your dog like no other and a dog you will be proud to own and love.

Courses & Qualifications

IMDT

British college of Canine Studies

Open College

Two day career as a dog trainer course

Two day puppy training course


Open College

British college of Canine Studies

Open College

Fully accredited level 4 Diploma in Dog training with 'Distinction' award.




British college of Canine Studies

British college of Canine Studies

ADTB - Academy Dog Training & Behaviour

Level 4 accredited Advanced dog behaviour diploma with 'Merit' award

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ADTB - Academy Dog Training & Behaviour

ADTB - Academy Dog Training & Behaviour

ADTB - Academy Dog Training & Behaviour

Six separate diplomas all with grade A+

Fully accredited and registered as a dog training instructor with this professional body

Sarah Whitehead Think Dog

ADTB - Academy Dog Training & Behaviour

Sarah Whitehead Think Dog

Think Dog OCS accredited certificate in Dog Training with A+ grade

Rhodes To Safety

ADTB - Academy Dog Training & Behaviour

Sarah Whitehead Think Dog

Rhodes To Safety

Rhodes to Safety canine first aid course


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Fully Insured Service

Petplan Sanctuary, underwritten by Brooksbraithwaite

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