Mel Newton Dog Training

Mel Newton Dog Training BCCSDip.AdvCanBhv

Qualified & KC accredited positive reward training for pups & older dogs.

Classes, 121 sessions at home or on location in South and West Norfolk Attleborough Swaffham Foulden

Gundog & pet training

https://melnewtondogtraining.co.uk Puppy classes, obedience classes, pet gundog training, 121 training, in home training. Please contact for bespoke training packages to support you and your dog

🐾 Meet Percy! 🐾Percy is an adorable Fox Terrier who is currently working his way through the MNDT Foundation Training Pa...
07/06/2026

🐾 Meet Percy! 🐾

Percy is an adorable Fox Terrier who is currently working his way through the MNDT Foundation Training Package.

Like many terriers, Percy is intelligent, enthusiastic, and learns new skills quickly. However, he can also become frustrated when tasks are too difficult or progress moves too quickly. Recognising this and adapting training exercises accordingly is key to maintaining motivation, confidence, and a positive learning experience.

When Percy’s owners first contacted me, they were refreshingly realistic about the training journey ahead. They understood that successful dog training isn’t just about teaching the dog – it’s equally about supporting the people at the other end of the lead.

By working with both dog and owner, we can build a stronger relationship, improve communication, and develop practical skills that meet the needs of both. The result is a happier, more harmonious partnership that balances breed-specific needs with everyday family life.

At MNDT, every training programme is tailored to the individual dog and owner. No two dogs are the same, and neither are their training goals.

🐾 Whether you’re looking to improve recall, loose lead walking, engagement, manners, or simply strengthen your bond with your dog, a personalised training plan can help you get there.

📞 Want to find out how MNDT can help you and your dog?

Contact Mel on 07442 974421 or visit:
www.melnewtondogtraining.co.uk

🐾 New Client Introduction – Meet Skittle! 🐾Skittle is a Spaniel x German Shepherd who has recently started her training ...
06/06/2026

🐾 New Client Introduction – Meet Skittle! 🐾

Skittle is a Spaniel x German Shepherd who has recently started her training journey with MNDT.

Her owner got in touch looking for support with:
✅ Reactivity towards other dogs
✅ Loose lead walking
✅ Recall reliability

During our first session, we explored Skittle’s breed mix, discussed the traits and characteristics she naturally presents with, and identified how these influence her behaviour and training needs. From there, we introduced some foundation exercises to begin an intensive training programme tailored specifically to both Skittle and her owner.

Every dog is an individual, and successful training starts with understanding the dog in front of you. By combining breed knowledge, practical training skills, and clear guidance for owners, we can create a plan that supports long-term success.

🐾 1-2-1 training sessions are suitable for dogs of any age, breed, or ability level and can be undertaken alongside classes or as a standalone training option.

Whether you need help with recall, loose lead walking, reactivity, confidence building, or simply want to strengthen your relationship with your dog, personalised training can help you achieve your goals.

📞 To find out more about in-home or away-from-home 1-2-1 training, contact Mel on 07442 974421 or visit:
www.melnewtondogtraining.co.uk

🐾 Training in Progress! 🐾Fox and Roo have been working hard through a structured 6-week training programme designed to s...
05/06/2026

🐾 Training in Progress! 🐾

Fox and Roo have been working hard through a structured 6-week training programme designed to strengthen and refine their foundation skills.

So far, we’ve been focusing on:

✅ Impulse control
✅ Loose lead walking
✅ Engagement and focus around distractions
✅ Reliable recall
✅ Breed-specific enrichment and activities
✅ Sit and down stays
✅ Calm and polite greetings around people and other dogs

Strong foundations create confident, well-mannered dogs and make everyday life together far more enjoyable. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to add a little extra polish to existing training, a tailored training plan can make all the difference.

📞 To find out how MNDT can help you and your dog, contact Mel on 07442 974421 or visit the website:
www.melnewtondogtraining.co.uk

04/06/2026

Puppy love ❤️ 🐶

Some of the latest puppies joining the MNDT family.

They came armed with questions and left empowered and knowledgable with achievable homework targets for next week.

The next puppy class with spaces starts on the 11th of July at 9.15am.
Contact Mel on 07442974421 or via the website https://melnewtondogtraining.co.uk for more information and to secure your space.

📢 What’s On at MNDT? 📢Our current puppy classes are fully booked, but we’re now taking enrolments for our next course st...
03/06/2026

📢 What’s On at MNDT? 📢

Our current puppy classes are fully booked, but we’re now taking enrolments for our next course starting 11th July at 9:15am.

🐾 6 weeks of fun, informative and progressive training
🐾 Small, supportive classes
🐾 Expert guidance from a qualified Dog Training Instructor and Behaviourist
🐾 Practical skills for real-life success

Puppy training isn’t just about what your puppy can do today. Every exercise is carefully designed to build the foundations for successfully navigating adolescence and developing into a confident, well-mannered adult dog.

🎯 Gundog and Obedience Classes
Available on both Saturdays and Sundays for dogs of all ages and abilities.

🏡 1-2-1 Training Sessions
Available throughout the week, either in your home or out and about in real-life environments, tailored to your individual goals and challenges.

✨ Coming Soon!
We’re currently putting the finishing touches on our brand-new Puppy Know-How Seminar.

Perfect for:
✔️ Those considering getting a puppy
✔️ New puppy owners
✔️ Anyone feeling overwhelmed and looking for friendly, professional guidance

This seminar will give you the knowledge, confidence and practical strategies to set both you and your puppy up for success from day one.

📩 To reserve a puppy class space, enquire about classes, or join the waiting list for the Puppy Know-How Seminar, get in touch today.
Contact Mel on 07442974421 or via the website https://melnewtondogtraining.co.uk

🌩️ “One minute we were training in sunshine… the next we were running from hailstones the size of Maltesers!” 🐾☔Yesterda...
03/06/2026

🌩️ “One minute we were training in sunshine… the next we were running from hailstones the size of Maltesers!” 🐾☔

Yesterday I met a client in the forest for a gundog 1-2-1 session and, when we arrived, it was a beautiful afternoon.

Around 25 minutes into the session, we heard an ominous rumble in the distance. Not our stomachs thinking about dinner… thunder.

My first thought was Juno. How does she usually respond to loud noises?

Thankfully, she seemed completely unbothered. Curious about the strange sounds, perhaps, but certainly not worried by them.

With Juno taking it all in her stride, we carried on training until the heavens suddenly opened. And when I say rain, I don’t mean a light drizzle. Within moments we were caught in a full-on downpour.

We made a dash for cover beneath the trees, only to discover they offered very little protection from the Malteser-sized hailstones now falling from the sky!

At that point, we made the sensible decision to call the session early. Effective training is difficult when everyone is soaked through within five minutes and actively trying to avoid being pelted by hail.

I think Juno was just as pleased as we were to get back to the sanctuary of a dry van.

Meanwhile, I was still squelching around in water-filled boots 25 minutes later when I got home to change clothes (for the second time that day!) before heading off to my next home visit.

🌦️ Keep smiling. You can’t change the weather, but you can change your outlook on it.

As they say… you’ve got to love the British weather! 🇬🇧🐾☔

🐾 Appreciation post 🐾 A huge thank you to Stephie and Hannah at Dereham vets for looking after Fig last night. 💐 I got h...
31/05/2026

🐾 Appreciation post 🐾

A huge thank you to Stephie and Hannah at Dereham vets for looking after Fig last night. 💐

I got home from work yesterday to the glorious smell of bleach and carpet cleaner, and then found out that Fig had vomited 5 times.

She was bright and bubbly in herself and had been all day, she was happy to see me, played with the other dogs as usual, and was keen to go outside so we put it down to an off day.

It was only when she projectile vomited a further two times later in the evening, unable to keep water down we felt this might not just be an off day, and so I made the call.

We popped her down to the vets knowing this was more than likely an obstruction. Fig was left in the very capable hands of Stephie and Hannah, and we returned home.

A short while later, radiographs and an ultrasound confirmed there were two objects, we just didn’t know exactly where the obstruction was - colon or small intestine.

We elected for surgery, knowing that delaying the removal of the obstruction could cause more serious complications and then waited to hear how surgery had gone.

☎️ The just before midnight phone call was an absolute relief. All was well, Fig had two stones in her colon and was ready to be collected.

😵‍💫 She remains very d***y, she’s had a comfortable night and has had a gentle wander around the garden so she can go to the toilet.
A little bit of cheese helped her pain relief go down but she’s not interested with food at the moment - this is normal for Fig though, there’s at least a few meals a week where she doesn’t really want to eat.

🐶 Many clients ring me and ask if I think they should go to the vets when they feel something is wrong.

My answer is always, yes. We know our dogs better than anyone else and if something feels off then it’s better to get it checked out.

⭐️ Client Success Story ⭐️How lovely is this review!Koba is a truly wonderful Labrador who experiences the world with bi...
30/05/2026

⭐️ Client Success Story ⭐️

How lovely is this review!

Koba is a truly wonderful Labrador who experiences the world with big emotions, and it has been an absolute pleasure supporting him and his family on their training journey.

Through structured 1-2-1 training sessions, we started with the foundations and gradually introduced greater challenges and distractions at a pace that suited both Koba and his handlers. This step-by-step approach has helped build confidence, understanding, and lasting progress.

A huge well done to Kelly and her daughter Charlie, whose dedication, consistency, and willingness to revisit the basics when needed have been instrumental in Koba’s success. Training isn’t always a straight line, and their commitment to adapting the plan and trusting the process has made all the difference.

Every dog is an individual, which is why 1-2-1 training can be so effective. Sessions are tailored to your dog’s specific needs, your personal goals, and your lifestyle, ensuring both ends of the lead are supported every step of the way.

Whether you’re dealing with pulling on the lead, recall issues, overexcitement, reactivity, or simply want to build a stronger relationship with your dog, personalised training can help you achieve your goals.

Ready to get started? Contact Mel today on 07442 974421 or visit melnewtondogtraining.co.uk to find out how MNDT can help you and your dog thrive.

29/05/2026

Last Sunday’s beginner obedience class were up and out early to beat the heat and make full use of the fabulous shady woodland area at our Sunday training field at Old Brick Kiln in Foulden.

Graduating in their Bronze Petcode assessment.

28/05/2026

🐾 Puppy graduations 🐾

On Saturday we had a puppy class graduation 🏵️

This class have been absolutely fantastic, engaged, committed and boy has that been demonstrated in their progress.

Every class at MNDT has a dedicated WhatsApp group (it’s something I’ve done right from my first day as a trainer) to share their progress, get additional feedback and support and the classes who make the most out of the groups are the ones who make the most progress.

So excited to see what each of these pups do as they move into their next level of training classes with MNDT.

If you have a new puppy and want to know how MNDT can help you have the dog you want, then get in touch with Mel on 07442974421 or via the website https://melnewtondogtraining.co.uk

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