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Qualified Dog Trainer based in Epsom & Ewell and surrounding areas. Innovative games based training

28/10/2026

🎇 Fireworks and thunderstorms can be one of the most difficult times of the year for our pets, especially our dogs. 🐾

The unpredictable bangs, rattling vibrations, and sharp flashes of light can be genuinely terrifying. They don’t understand what is happening, and it is impossible for us to simply explain to them that they are safe.

When fear takes over, their stress bucket overflows fast. While we can’t stop the noise outside, there is plenty we can do at home to cushion the impact—from setting up cosy, secure safe havens and masking background sounds to offering soothing, low-arousal activities that support their nervous system.

To help you and your dog navigate noisy evenings with confidence and comfort, I’ve put together a step-by-step guide on the blog with practical ways to prepare in advance and keep your dog calm when the bangs begin.
👉 Read the full guide here:

https://www.hortondogs.co.uk/blog/getting-your-dog-ready-for-fireworks/

21/10/2026

🐾 Group Classes starting Saturday 5th December! 🐾

We have so much fun in our classes—and when learning is fun, it really helps it stick! 🧠✨

If you want to raise a confident, well-mannered companion without boring, repetitive drills, come and join our upcoming Saturday morning group classes in Ewell!

Here’s what we get up to:
✅ 🎯 Manners & Self-Control: From patient sit-waits to calm check-ins around distractions.
✅ 🚀 Fun Focus & Recall Games: High-speed games that tap into your dog’s natural drive so coming back to you is the best game in the park.
✅👃 Scent Work & Mental Enrichment: Natural outlets like "find your toy" that leave you with a happy, pleasantly tired pup!
✅🤝 Real Teamwork: Building a brilliant bond and clear communication so you and your dog truly understand each other.

Whether you're starting out with a young pup or leveling up your dog's real-world skills, our games-based approach sets you both up for lasting progress. Practice makes progress! 🌟

🚨 Spaces are strictly limited to keep groups small and supportive.
👉 Hit the link to view the December schedule and book your spot before they fill up!
https://www.hortondogs.co.uk/book-training/beginner-group-classes/

14/10/2026

🎓 Another huge well done to our clever pups at Graduation Week! 🐾

They worked so hard over the past 6 weeks, celebrating plenty of lightbulb moments, building great focus, and smashing lots of wins together. Training is all about teamwork, clear communication, and building that brilliant bond through fun, games-based learning. Seeing how much confidence and focus both dogs and handlers have gained is what it's all about!

Practice makes progress! 🌟

🚨 CLASS UPDATE:
October and November classes are now FULLY BOOKED!

Bookings are officially open for our December classes—spaces tend to fill quickly, so don't wait to reserve yours.

👇 Link to book is in the comments below!

30/09/2026

Rocket’s official pre-dinner countdown routine! 🍲✨

He knows his bed is the place to wait, but that spaniel enthusiasm simply has to spin its way out while the bowl is being made.

What’s your dog’s dinner-time ritual - calm statue, tap-dancing paws, or full 360° spins like Rocket? Tell me below! 👇🐾

23/09/2026

How I teach: 100mph puppy zoomies ➡️ a thoughtful pause ⏸️✨

These clever pups are working on their sit-stay!
I like to break training down into fun, bite-sized sections before putting the puzzle pieces together. Puppy brains get easily distracted, so keeping sessions short, sweet, and successful is everything.

Baby steps are key—build that foundation first, then gradually progress to more challenging environments and setups.

A massive well done to these pups who absolutely smashed it in class on Saturday! 🐾🌟

🚨 CLASS UPDATE: October & November are now FULLY BOOKED!
We are officially booking for our December Beginner Puppy Classes. Spaces fill quickly, so don't wait to reserve yours! 👉 Hit the link in the comments to view the December schedule in Epsom & Ewell and secure your spot!

16/09/2026

🐾 ⭐The perfect start for your puppy or beginner dog. Our 6-week course uses fun, positive games-based training to build essential real-world skills and confidence. ⭐🐾

We keep classes small, so spaces are limited! BOOK NOW for October!
Link in the comments!

Our 6-week course contains practical training in the group classes along with online training videos and resources to be able to give you as much foundation learning as possible.

In classes we will work on:
⭐ Being able to engage and respond to their owners around other dogs and distractions.
⭐ Polite greetings and prevent jumping up.
⭐ Starting a sit stay.
⭐ Respond and love their name.
⭐ Settle on a bed.
⭐ Learning how to stay calm and relaxed around distractions.
⭐ Recall from other dogs and distractions, coming back when called.
⭐ Foundations for walking nicely on a lead without pulling.
⭐ Leave it cue – Impulse Control and how to prevent your dog from stealing.
⭐ Socialisation and how to do it right.
⭐ Confidence – teaching our dogs not to be worried by novelty.
⭐ Friendly dog greetings, understanding body language and knowing when to intervene.

Based in Ewell
Saturday mornings 9:30am

09/09/2026

One of the best skills I taught my dog wasn’t a formal heel—it was learning that other dogs and people are none of his business. 🦆🏃🐮

Real socialisation isn’t about saying hello to everyone; it’s about neutrality.
Here is the simple, 3-step progression I used to build it:

1. Starting with zero distractions
I built focus where it’s effortless—in the kitchen or garden. We played quick, fun focus games like hand touches or simple orientation check-ins to make choosing me pure muscle memory before competing with the outside world. 🌍

2. Working at a safe distance
I took those focus games outside while being strict about distance. I found a spot where my dog could see people or dogs passing without staring, freezing, or lunging. The moment he noticed a trigger and voluntarily disengaged, I rewarded that calm choice. ⭐

3. Slowly closing the gap
I played with distance, only moving closer once my dog was relaxed and easily disengaging. If he locked on or struggled, it meant I had moved too close too soon—so we calmly took a few steps back to where he could succeed again. 😜

Calmness takes time, but taking the pressure off greetings transforms everyday walks. Practice makes progress! 🐾

26/08/2026

🎓 It’s GRADUATION WEEK at Horton Dogs! 🐾

There is truly nothing better than handing over those well-deserved certificates and watching our incredible students celebrate their hard work. Whether wrapping up our Beginner courses or smashing through their Bronze, Silver, and Gold Grade Awards, every single dog and handler has achieved so much.

Training isn’t about robotic perfection—it’s about progress, clear communication, and building a brilliant bond. Seeing our students go from getting easily distracted to making great choices, nailing loose-lead walking, and mastering impulse control through games-based exercises is what it's all about.

A massive congratulations to all of this week’s graduates and their dedicated owners! You’ve put in the practice, embraced the journey, and the results speak for themselves. 🌟

👇 Ready to start your own training journey or level up?
Hit the link in the comments below to check upcoming class schedules in Epsom & Ewell and secure your spot!

21/08/2026

A massive thank you for this lovely review! 🐾

There is truly nothing more rewarding than seeing the incredible progress people and their dogs make together.

This lovely couple had a few specific bits they wanted to work through, alongside the exciting (and busy!) challenge of preparing their home and dog for the arrival of a new baby. Over six tailored one-to-one sessions, they dedicated themselves to building calm routines, clear communication, and solid foundations to make sure the whole family was set up for success.

Here is what they had to say:

"Cathy has been absolutely brilliant with our 9-month-old Labrador, Rusti. Over six sessions, we’ve seen huge improvements, and we couldn’t be happier with the progress.

Cathy is incredibly calm, clear and patient, and all of the exercises were tailored specifically to Rusti and were easy for us to follow. Some of them produced almost instant results, which was fantastic to see and really helped us understand how to work with her.

We’re also expecting our first baby, so one thing we particularly appreciated was Cathy bringing her own pram so we could practise walking Rusti alongside it. It was such a thoughtful touch, and we now feel much more prepared for life with a new baby and an adolescent Labrador!

We’d highly recommend Cathy to anyone looking for a great dog trainer. The sessions are absolutely worth it, and the difference they’ve made to Rusti has been huge. Thank you, Cathy!"

Navigating big life changes with your dog takes patience, teamwork, and practical practice. Whether you are preparing for a new baby, tackling everyday manners, or setting your dog up to feel calm and confident at home, you don't have to figure it out alone.

Ready to get started with tailored one-to-one training in Epsom & Ewell? Hit the link in my bio to check availability and book your sessions! 🐶✨

12/08/2026

Rocket is very used to training with high-speed distractions around! 😂 I was so impressed with his focus here, even with my 4-year-old son whizzing by and shouting "coming through!" Real-world manners aren't about sterile environments; they are about keeping your dog under control around distractions, which takes teamwork and practice. Need help building this kind of focus with your pup in Epsom & Ewell? Get in touch for some tailored one-to-one sessions! We will work at your dog's level and build their focus from there. Details for one-to-one sessions are on the comments below!

Address

Horton Crescent
Epsom
KT198AA

Telephone

+447776235809

Website

https://www.hortondogs.co.uk/

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