Voodoo K9 Academy

Voodoo K9 Academy Durham-based dog trainer.
5 🌟 Google review. Experience with all breeds and no one is turned away. As well as educating our clients on responsible dog ownership.
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-Welcome To Voodoo K9 Academy-
We offer many different services for your canine tailored to dogs from all walks of life, different breeds and requirements. Here is a video of our most recent students being put through their paces and learning a range of vital skills to becoming the perfect dog with their owners. Recognised with the Guild Of Dog Trainers, Veteran Owned and currently studying with

the highly renowned British College of Canine Studies. All to ensure you and your dog are well and truly in the best hands. Our main priority is helping owners to teach their dogs all important life skills to set them up for a successful and enjoyable life. Our training is very clear to the dogs providing clarity and using methods to promote understanding for your dog to enhance bond and enjoyment levels for both dog and owner. Does your dog require training? You're in the right place, whether that be puppy training, obedience for adult unruly dogs, General Purpose Security dogs, dogs that require behavioural adjustment training, or even sport/trials dogs, we do it all! If you have a special request, we can usually make arrangements, send us a message, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

-About us-
-Passionate and experienced dog trainers-
Between both trainers, there are years of experience in the security dog industry, various dog sports (IPO and Kennel club level agility), and military working dog handling/training. We pride ourselves on being passionate, knowledgable and skilled within achieving what the owner wishes to achieve for their dog. Whether that be anything from basic obedience, addressing behavioural issues or developing a working dog for sports, personal protection or security roles.

-Honest and Trustworthy professionals-
Voodoo K9 Academy takes pride in our reputation for being upfront, honest and realistic when it comes to any dog put in front of us. Offering advice and training programmes suitable for the dog and owner and ensuring programmes are achievable and realistic.

-Genuine dog lovers-
We do this because we love helping owners with their dogs and are genuine in our approach to helping people achieve their training goals. Here at Voodoo K9 Academy, we promote a sense of belonging as we are all here for a common goal; to train our dogs! So leave the ego at the door, welcome to Voodoo K9 Academy, and let's work some dogs!

Imagine having a dog that's a pleasure to take anywhere🤩.A dog that can settle.✅️Walk nicely.✅️Listen around distraction...
28/08/2026

Imagine having a dog that's a pleasure to take anywhere🤩.

A dog that can settle.✅️

Walk nicely.✅️

Listen around distractions.✅️

And understand what's expected of them.✅️

That's the goal at Voodoo K9 Academy — real world 🌎 obedience that makes everyday life with your dog better and stress free.

Every package is tailored to your dogs needs.

Puppy packages, obedience packages, behavioural modification and much much more.......

Want to improve your dog's training?

📩 Send us a WhatsApp and start your journey.

🤳07874806465

19/07/2026

Why We Understand the Appeal.!

When you imagined life with your dog, you probably pictured relaxed, enjoyable walks together—not being dragged down the road with an aching shoulder.
When pulling becomes a daily struggle, it's completely understandable that you'd look for a quick solution. Head collars and figure-of-8 leads are widely available, commonly recommended, and often marketed as a "gentle" way to stop pulling.

But it's worth looking beyond the marketing.
Looking Beneath the Surface.

A dog's nose is so much more than a way to breathe—it's how they explore, communicate, and make sense of the world around them. Their incredible sense of smell allows them to gather information that we simply can't detect.

Head collars and figure-of-8 leads work by controlling the dog's head. While this can reduce pulling, it also places pressure across sensitive areas of the face and muzzle and can limit a dog's natural movement and ability to investigate their environment.

There are also welfare considerations to keep in mind. Depending on the fit, handling, and the individual dog, concerns include:

• Pressure on the delicate tissues of the face and muzzle.
• Increased pressure within the eyes when the lead is under tension.
• Pressure on the throat if the equipment is poorly fitted or used incorrectly.
• The risk of neck strain if a dog suddenly reaches the end of the lead and their head is sharply redirected.
Physical health isn't the only consideration.

Many dogs find head collars uncomfortable or stressful.
Some dogs become reluctant to walk, paw repeatedly at the collar, freeze, or show signs of stress whenever it's put on.

As trainers, our goal isn't simply to stop a behaviour—it's to understand why it's happening and teach our dogs the skills they need to succeed.

Loose lead walking isn't created by controlling the head through adverse only feelings, It's built through clear communication and engagement training that helps your dog choose to stay with you because they want to—not because the equipment makes it happen.

Ive had so many clients come through the door with no education on the tool they have been told to use.

16/07/2026

From what you see in the first part of the video to the second part all through correct tools , and structure changes.

Harnesses we're created for working breeds to be comfortable in behaviours and build intensity and drive.

Remove the drive builder and see the dog relax because there is nothing to fight against to build frustration.

This is all in a initial assessment 💪🏻.

If you need help with anything from behavioural to just puppy foundations please go to our website www.voodook9academy.co.uk and see all the services we provide and just as easy online booking.

18/06/2026

The Misguided Perception of Socialisation ❗️

The Video is a example from a vets who i highly respect for there veterinary skills , but they need a greater understanding of the issues they a creating for many clients.

The huge volumes of people who come through our door, who can't understand why their puppy or young dog will not listen in the real world.

Even in this day and age, with dog training evolving so much, we still see people believing that puppy playgroups and "socialisation classes" are what socialisation truly means.

Here are a few points to think about logically 🤔...

Why do you think it helps your dog in the real world if you create excitement around other dogs and teach them to expect to greet and play with every dog they see?

Why would your dog see you as the best thing in the world when you've consistently shown them that other dogs are more exciting and more rewarding than you are?

Why would that dog choose to listen to you during training when their foundations have been built on rough play, overexcitement, and becoming over-aroused around other puppies and dogs?

Not only can this heightened state of arousal develop into reactivity through overstimulation, but there's also the risk of placing a timid or nervous puppy into situations they cannot emotionally cope with.

Rather than building confidence, it can push them further into fear and anxiety.This can lead to defensive behaviours and negative associations towards other dogs.

And guess what?

You then have to change your lifestyle and limit the experiences you had hoped to enjoy with the dog you brought into your life to make memories with.
True socialisation isn't about interaction with every dog. It's about teaching your puppy how to navigate the world calmly, confidently, and with engagement towards you.

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Durham
DH78HG

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+447874806465

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