Horton Dogs

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

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!

A massive thank you for this lovely review! 🐾There is truly nothing more rewarding than seeing the incredible progress p...
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!

05/08/2026

🐾 Out and about with your pup? Real-world manners start here!

Teaching our dogs to navigate everyday environments—like enjoying a relaxed park walk while respecting other park users—is a crucial part of raising a confident, well-mannered companion!
Whether you are walking past moving ducks, managing high-arousal triggers like footballs or children playing, or taking your dog off the path to execute a calm sit and focus while someone passes by, keeping your dog under control around distractions takes teamwork and practice.

Here is how we get there:
- Setting Up for Success: We use smart management to prevent bad habits from being rehearsed in the first place.
- Games-Based Training: We turn real-world manners into fun, effective exercises that fit seamlessly into daily life.
- Clear Communication: We teach the skills and build understanding first so our dogs truly know what we are asking of them.

It doesn't happen overnight, and there are no magic quick fixes—but practice makes progress! Celebrate those small wins every single day 🌟

01/08/2026

🏆 So proud of my Life Skills superstars!

Watching our Horton Dogs students level up through their Bronze, Silver, and Gold Grade Awards is honestly the best part of my job! 🐾

These dedicated dogs and handlers have been putting in the work, turning essential real-world manners into fun, games-based exercises. From building focus around everyday distractions to mastering impulse control, every single award level proves that training can be both highly effective and brilliant fun.

My goal is always to help you raise a confident, well-mannered dog through training that fits seamlessly into your daily life. A massive shoutout to every owner taking on the challenge and celebrating those wins—big and small! 🌟

🚨 JUST ONE SPACE LEFT! 🚨

We currently have 1 remaining spot available for our Monday morning Life Skills class!

📌 Prerequisites to Join
To make sure every student gets the absolute most out of these group sessions, you'll need to have completed either:

- Horton Dogs Beginner Group Class OR
- One-to-One Training Sessions with me!

This keeps the environment structured and ensures every dog and handler shares the same baseline of fun, games-based communication before we tackle higher-level distractions.

👇 Ready to grab the final spot and start earning your Grade Awards? Get in touch today! Message me, Cathy on 07776235809

Confession time: My dogs are NOT perfect (and I wouldn't have it any other way!). 🐾Take a look at this photo of Rocket. ...
29/07/2026

Confession time: My dogs are NOT perfect (and I wouldn't have it any other way!). 🐾

Take a look at this photo of Rocket. He’s offering me some beautiful focus around these ducks today! 🦆 And I say 'offering' because it is a choice he is actively having to make. He is still a living, breathing spaniel with a strong prey drive, so it isn't always perfect! We used to deal with barking and lunging at the ducks—a total meltdown! Now he can walk past, sit and wait, and for the most part, ignore them... but we still have our moments of lost focus and a bit of excitement when getting to this park! 🌳🍂

And then there is Pixel. My sweet chihuahua still has big feelings and will absolutely have her moments if other dogs surprise her or hang around in her personal space for a bit too long.

I'm sharing this because I want you to know that dog training isn't about creating a perfect, robotic dog. It’s a messy, beautiful, lifelong team effort. Our dogs have good days, bad days, triggers, and big emotions—just like we do.

This is exactly why I am so passionate about tailored one-to-ones. Whether you are proactively setting your new puppy up for success with a Puppy Head Start or needing focused, individual behaviour support for an older dog , you are in a completely judgment-free zone. Whatever your puppy's doing — I've seen it, I get it, and we are going to work through it together. My goal is to help you raise a confident, well-mannered dog — through fun, effective games-based training that fits into your daily life.

So, if your dog barked at a duck today, got overly excited, or told another dog to back off, take a deep breath and give yourself some grace. You are both doing your best!

Join the hundreds of puppy and dog owners I have helped in Epsom & Ewell, London and Surrey. Let's enjoy the real, unfiltered journey together! Find out more about one-to-one sessions and how it can help you and your dog by clicking the link in the comments below. 🐾

22/07/2026

Want a wonderfully tired puppy and a super strong bond? 🐾

We go far beyond basic obedience! ⭐ Raise a confident, well-mannered dog — all through fun, effective games-based training that fits into your daily life.

Here is a sneak peek at what we get up to in class: (July/August filly booked - BOOK NOW for September)

Manners & Self-Control: We build confidence and focus around everyday distractions, establishing excellent real-world manners.

Scent Games: We work on "find your toy" exercises. This provides real mental enrichment and a natural outlet for your dog, resulting in a very tired and happy pup! For an added self-control bonus, we mix our scent work with a really awesome sit-stay while your dog waits for you to hide the toy. 🥎

Super Recall Games: We play games that tap into muscle memory and make returning to you the best game in the world. 🌍

Confidence Building: We work through practical activities all designed to create a super strong bond and connection between pup and owner. 🐾

Join the hundreds of puppy and dog owners I have helped in Epsom & Ewell, London and Surrey. Hit the link in the comments to book your spot for September!

🎉 Happy Puppy Graduation Week! 🎓🐾A huge well done to all our recent graduates! It has been absolutely wonderful watching...
15/07/2026

🎉 Happy Puppy Graduation Week! 🎓🐾

A huge well done to all our recent graduates! It has been absolutely wonderful watching these pups progress in their training and seeing the beautiful bonds grow with their owners. We are so proud of you all! 💙

Our classes are all about having fun in a supportive environment. If you have a new pup, come and join our group classes!

Our comprehensive 6-week course provides practical, hands-on training in our group sessions, paired with online training videos and resources to give you and your pup the best foundation learning possible.

In our classes, we work on:
🐾 Foundations for walking nicely on a lead without pulling
🐾 Leave it cue – impulse control and preventing 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
🐾 Engaging and responding to you around other dogs and distractions
🐾 Polite greetings to prevent jumping up
🐾 Starting a sit-stay
🐾 Teaching them to respond to and love their name
🐾 Settling calmly on a bed
🐾 Learning how to stay calm and relaxed around distractions
🐾 Recall – coming back when called, even away from other dogs!

Ready to set your puppy up for success? Get in touch with us today to join our next 6-week course! 🐶✨

Book your space from our website, link in the comments.

08/07/2026

The UK heatwave is hitting our dogs hard right now. 🥵

If the pavement is too hot for the back of your hand for 5 seconds, it’s way too hot for their paws. Shifting your routine to early mornings or late evenings keeps them safe, cool, and full of energy.

Stick to the shade, bring water, and let them enjoy the cooler air. 🐾☀️

Does your puppy actually know their name? 🐕Most puppies hear their name dozens of times a day — when they're in trouble,...
01/07/2026

Does your puppy actually know their name? 🐕

Most puppies hear their name dozens of times a day — when they're in trouble, when they're ignoring you, when you're chatting to someone about them. It becomes background noise pretty quickly.

Your puppy's name should mean one thing: look at me. 🤓 That's it. When they hear it, they check in with you. Once you've got that, everything else — recall, walking nicely, leaving things alone — gets easier because you can actually get their attention first.

Here's how to build it: Say their name once. The second they look at you, treat. Do that six times in a row, somewhere boring with no distractions. Make sure you are close to your puppy and they are not fully engaged in something else at the time. Do this multiple times a day — see it as investing in their name bank account, keeping it topped up. You'll be surprised how fast they catch on.
If they don't look, you're not in a boring enough spot yet. 🌳🍂

I'm Cathy, a dog trainer running small group puppy and intermediate classes outdoors in Ewell. If your puppy's past the "what's my name again?" stage and you want to keep building on it, get in touch.

What's the one thing your puppy pretends not to hear? Mine was definitely "drop it." 😆

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