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Training dogs since 2013. Completed Training Cesar’s Way, Raw Intuitive Talent and RV seminars. My goal is to educate dog owners and bring dogs back to balance.

I’ve been training dogs in Marbella and on the Costa del Sol since 2013. In 2015 I was fortunate enough to complete the training Cesar’s way course and was personally taught by Cesar Millan. I have also attended courses with LucasAgnew Workshops and RV dog training seminars. Hi, I’m a dog trainer in the Marbella area and the Costa del Sol. I have studied under Cesar Millan and attended other dog t

raining seminars held by some of the best trainers in the USA. Brian Agnew of Lucas Agnew workshops and Sean O’ shea of The Good Dog. I go by the Title of dog trainer but as any of my clients will tell you, I certainly put most of my focus on training you the human. I offer In-home consultations and training programs. In my experience, people need help in communicating with other species. It seems that with our modern lives we have forgotten how to work with mother nature. This is where I can help. dogs are simple, humans are complicated. I like to get to the root of the problem and bring it to the surface to truly fix dogs issues and more importantly, teach people how to maintain their dog’s balanced state. Whether we are teaching our dogs to sit, down, recall, place, heel, fetch or just be calm at home its important the human understands how their energy and body Language affects their dog’s behaviour. This is why I put a massive amount of emphasis on training dog owners into becoming handlers. Most of the time, people call me because they are experiencing issues with their dogs. I love working with all dogs. Dogs and puppies, issues or no issues I’m all about honoring the dog so we can bring the best out in them. If you are experiencing any of the following with your dog, I can help:

·Dog reactivity
·Leash or lead pulling
·Dog aggression
·Not coming back when called
·Unable to relax at home or on a walk
·Leash bitting
·Rushing thresholds
·Won’t sit still
·Anxiety
·Extreme flight or fight
·Not socialized
·Not good around dogs
·Doesn’t like the muzzle
·Dogs fighting at home
·Counter surfing
·Extremely dominant behaviour
·Food aggression
·Lunging

No matter what the issue is I can help and I have plenty of videos on my page, youtube channel and Instagram showing my work. I might even ask you if I can film your dog for a video if we have the pleasure of working together. I like to post lots of free content every day to help struggling owners with their dogs whether they are here or in another country. I think one of the most important things in dog training is that it actually works! When I started my group classes and training pack walks at the beginning of this year, pretty much every dog was reactive or aggressive or had other issues. Now every one of those dogs is better! all coming to group class enjoying the time out with their dogs without the same stresses as before. These classes and walks are a great opportunity for you to train and socialize your dog in a real life situation and meet like-minded people.

25/07/2026

Why routine matters

Dogs thrive on routine.

That doesn't mean everything has to happen at exactly the same time every day. It's about your dog understanding how life works.

When they know what to expect, they can relax.

A clear routine helps your dog understand when it's time to walk, when it's time to rest, when it's time to train and when it's time to simply switch off.

Without that structure, dogs often start making more decisions for themselves. They decide when to demand attention, when to play or when the day should start.

Routine isn't about controlling your dog.

It's about creating a predictable lifestyle that helps them feel secure and understand what's expected of them.

How much routine does your dog have in their day?

24/07/2026

Why dogs need to do nothing sometimes

We often feel like we need to keep our dogs busy.

If they're not out walking, we're throwing a ball, giving them a chew, doing some training or looking for another way to entertain them.

But sometimes the best thing you can do for your dog is... nothing.

Dogs need time to switch off.

To lie in the garden and watch the world go by.

To relax in the house without constantly looking for the next thing to happen.

To simply exist without always being stimulated.

I think we've become so worried about our dogs getting bored that we've forgotten how important it is for them to learn to settle.

Being calm is a skill, just like walking nicely on the lead or having a reliable recall.

It doesn't always come naturally.

If every moment of your dog's day is filled with excitement, activity or entertainment, they can start to expect life to feel like that all the time. Then, when nothing is happening, they struggle to relax because they've never really learnt how.

A dog that can switch off is happier, more settled and easier to live with.

Not because they're tired.

Because they're content.

Sometimes doing less gives your dog the chance to learn one of the most valuable lessons of all.

That it's okay to do nothing.

How well does your dog relax when nothing is happening?

23/07/2026

From pulling to calm walk in minutes.

We changed equipment, gave clear direction, and the walk settled. Want this with your dog? Message me.

23/07/2026

Freedom is something we build.

One of the most rewarding parts of dog training is watching a dog earn more freedom over time.

Every owner wants to give their dog the best life possible. We all want to let them run, explore and enjoy the world around them. The mistake many people make is assuming that freedom and control are opposites. I don't see it that way at all.

To me, freedom is something we build.

The more reliable a dog becomes, the more freedom they can safely enjoy. That's why I like introducing freedom gradually rather than giving it all at once. Every good decision a dog makes helps build trust. Every poor decision is simply information. It tells us that perhaps we need to slow things down, provide a little more guidance and help the dog make a better choice next time.

I've always believed that freedom and responsibility go hand in hand. A dog that understands what's expected of them is far more likely to make good decisions when they're given more independence.

That's why so much of my training is about preparing dogs for success rather than constantly correcting mistakes. We don't give freedom and hope for the best. We build the skills first, then allow the dog to enjoy the freedom they've earned.

What does freedom look like for your dog?

22/07/2026

What your dog learns when you aren't training

One question I get asked quite a lot is, "How often should I be training my dog?"

The answer usually surprises people.

Your dog is learning from you all day, every day, whether you're actively training them or not.

They're learning when you put their food down. They're learning when someone knocks at the door. They're learning when you pick up the lead, when you come home from work and even while you're relaxing together in the evening.

Every interaction teaches them something.

That's why I spend so much time talking about structure, consistency and everyday routines. Dogs don't separate training from everyday life. To them, it's all learning.

If pulling gets them where they want to go, they'll keep pulling. If barking gets your attention, they'll keep barking. Dogs simply repeat the behaviours that have worked for them before.

It's our job to make sure we're rewarding the behaviours we want to see and not accidentally reinforcing the ones we don't.

The good news is you don't need to spend hours training your dog every day.

Quite often, the biggest improvements come from making small changes to the way you interact with them throughout the day.

You are always training your dog.

What's one habit your dog has picked up that you never actually meant to teach?

21/07/2026

Why your walk starts before you leave the house

Have you ever noticed that some dogs seem overexcited before they've even stepped outside?

That's because the walk doesn't begin when you leave the house. It begins the moment you pick up the lead, put your shoes on or head towards the front door. Your dog is already watching, anticipating what's about to happen and deciding what state of mind they're going to take with them.

If they're already barking, spinning, jumping around or dragging you towards the door, they're starting the walk in the wrong state of mind. That excitement often carries straight into the walk, making it much harder for them to stay calm and focused once they're outside.

I'd encourage owners to slow everything down. Take your time, wait for calmness before opening the door, then walk through the doorway first and encourage your dog to follow. It might seem like a small detail, but it sets the tone for everything that follows.

In my experience, when the beginning of the walk changes, the rest of the walk often becomes much easier.

The foundations always come first.

A calm walk doesn't begin outside. It begins inside your home.

What does the first minute of your walk look like?

20/07/2026

Why should you condition your dog to new equipment?

One thing I always encourage owners to do is take their time introducing new equipment. Whether it's a lead, a muzzle, a Halti or anything else your dog is going to wear, it's worth helping them become comfortable with it before going out and using it.

It's easy to forget that while these things are completely normal to us, they're completely new to our dogs. Imagine someone putting something unfamiliar on you and expecting you to immediately feel relaxed. Most of us would need a little time to get used to it. Dogs are no different.

That's why I like to build a positive association from the very beginning. If I'm introducing a muzzle, for example, I'll often spend a few days simply feeding treats from inside it before ever asking the dog to wear it. The dog learns that the muzzle coming out means something good, so instead of avoiding it, they begin looking forward to seeing it.

The same principle applies to a lead. Rather than simply clipping it on and heading out the door, I want the dog to feel comfortable wearing it. If the dog is worried about the lead or constantly trying to fight against it, they're not thinking about learning. Their attention is on the equipment instead of the guidance you're trying to provide.

I've found that taking a little extra time at the beginning makes everything else much easier. A dog that's relaxed and comfortable is far more likely to learn than one that's distracted or frustrated by what they're wearing.

For me, conditioning isn't just about getting a dog to accept a piece of equipment. It's about setting them up to succeed before we ask anything else of them.

Have you ever taken the time to introduce a new piece of equipment slowly, or has it usually been a case of putting it on and hoping for the best?

18/07/2026

Progress isn't always obvious

One thing I've noticed is that owners are often much harder on themselves than they need to be.

After a few days or even a couple of weeks, it's easy to feel like nothing is changing because your dog isn't suddenly "fixed". The reality is that lasting behaviour change rarely happens overnight.

More often than not, progress starts with the little things.

Your dog notices another dog but copes with it much better. They settle sooner after someone knocks at the door. They pause for a moment before making a decision instead of reacting straight away.

Those moments can be easy to overlook, but they're often the first signs that your dog is beginning to think differently.

That's why I encourage owners to celebrate the small wins.

Real progress isn't usually one big breakthrough. It's hundreds of small improvements that gradually become your dog's new way of behaving.

I've found that when owners stop chasing perfection and start recognising those small steps forward, training becomes far more enjoyable for both them and their dog.

Sometimes it's only when you look back that you realise just how far you've both come.

What's one small improvement you've made with your dog recently that you're proud of?

17/07/2026

Small habits become big behaviours

One thing I've learnt since I started working with dogs is that behaviour problems rarely appear overnight.

Most of them start off as small habits that slowly become part of everyday life.

A little pulling on the lead becomes dragging you down the road. Barking for attention becomes barking whenever your dog wants something. Jumping up at visitors might seem harmless when they're a puppy, but it feels very different once they're fully grown.

That's why I encourage owners to pay attention to the little things.

It's not about correcting every behaviour your dog offers. It's about recognising which habits are worth guiding before they become much bigger problems.

There's a principle I often talk about during consultations.

What you allow dictates how your dog will behave.

Dogs repeat the behaviours that work for them. If something consistently gets the result they're looking for, they'll naturally keep doing it.

The good news is that the opposite is true as well. When we consistently guide our dogs towards better choices, those choices gradually become habits too.

The little things we do today shape the dog we live with tomorrow.

Have you noticed any small habits that you're glad you worked on early?

16/07/2026

Your dog is always learning

A lot of people think training only happens during a dedicated session.

The reality is, your dog is learning from you all day, every day.

They're learning what gets your attention, what earns freedom, what behaviour works and what doesn't. Whether you're putting the lead on, opening the front door, preparing dinner or having guests come around to your home, your dog is constantly taking in information.

That's why I spend so much time talking about the training (learning) that goes on in everyday life rather than just the exercises.

When we start looking at training a dog that way, many behaviour problems begin to make a lot more sense. We stop asking, "Why is my dog doing this?" and start asking, "What has my dog been learning?"

Training isn't something you switch on for a few minutes each day.

It's something your dog experiences every time they're with you.

What do you think your dog has learnt from you today?

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