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Horton Dogs

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

27/05/2026

🐾 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 early! 🐕

Here is what some of our students have to say!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The classes really focused on positive reinforcement and great fun for both the owners and dogs. The pace and number of dogs per class is also perfect" Jen

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Cathy is just brilliant. Her knowledge, understanding and patience have been invaluable. I would thoroughly recommend her." Angie

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Thank you Cathy for an excellent 6 week puppy class. Will have to make sure we put everything into practice to that we feel confident joining to next level." Siobhan

June is fully booked however I am taking bookings for mid July - grab your space! Link in the comments.

20/05/2026

🐾 ⭐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! June is fully booked so BOOK NOW for JULY!
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

13/05/2026

🐾"He just wants to say hi!" (And why you don't have to just let it happen...)
Ever feel like your puppy has selective hearing the second another dog appears? 😅

In this video, I’m talking about a recent one-to-one session with a gorgeous pup who loved running off to greet every dog in sight. It’s a super common phase, but left unchecked, it can quickly turn into a stressful habit. Another dog may be fearful or recovering from an injury and wouldn't appreciate a puppy running up to them.

Here is how we tackled it:
The Long Line Safety Net: We attached a long line so the pup could still have freedom, but without the ability to practice the "wrong" behaviour (ignoring their owner).

Fun Focus Games: We made being close to Mum/Dad the most rewarding game on the planet.
The Distraction Ladder: We didn't start in a crowded dog park! We built up the focus games gradually, slowly adding in distractions as the pup succeeded.

Why am I sharing this?
Because I want you to know that you don’t just have to let your puppy run wild. You don't have to cross your fingers and hope they come back, and you don't have to feel embarrassed on walks. There are gentle, effective, and incredibly fun ways to build a rock-solid recall and great manners from day one.
Training isn't about killing their vibe—it's about giving them freedom safely!
Frustrated with your pup's selective hearing? Let’s fix it together. Drop a comment below or send me a message to book your own one-to-one session! 🚀

04/05/2026

🐾 As dog owners, one of the most important things we can teach our puppies is that jumping and pestering people doesn't work. These pups are learning that calm gets them everything they want — and they're doing brilliantly. ⭐

Good manners aren't just nice to have — under UK law, a dog that jumps up and causes someone to feel threatened can actually land you in serious trouble. It's exactly why we practise calmness around people in class. Our next block starts Saturday 6th June 9:30am if you fancy joining us! 🐾

29/04/2026

Self-control isn't just about sitting still — it's about learning that patience pays off more than snatching does. These two are practising turn-taking: wait while the other dog gets rewarded, and your reward is coming. The puppy is already getting it. 🐾
This kind of impulse control work is gold for multi-dog households — and it makes life a lot more pleasant for everyone.

22/04/2026

That feeling when your dog is at the other end of a field — and they come flying back like you're the best thing in the world.
We didn't always have a recall like this. We worked hard on it — building it up gradually until it didn't just work in the garden, but out in the real world, with real distractions.
Recall is one of the most important things you'll ever teach your dog. It takes time and consistency — but when it lands, it lands like this. 🚀
Come and join our group classes starting 6th June. We'll be working on recall, manners, life skills and building that relationship. Limited spaces — be quick. Link in comments!

15/04/2026

🎓 Congratulations to this week's puppy graduates — six weeks done. 😀
It's been a joy watching these pups (and their people) find their feet together. Building focus and confidence in busy, distracting environments isn't easy — but every one of them put the work in. 🐾

Here's what a couple of students had to say:
"We have had such a positive experience with Cathy's puppy training class. We are looking forward to continuing our training!" — Charlotte ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Excellent course, great insight of information about how to teach my puppy. Loved each lesson and now seeing the results in my puppy." — Doreen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Well done to all of you.🐾

Our next block is fully booked — but June classes are open for booking. Grab your spot on the link in the comments:

08/04/2026

The one skill I teach first — and why it makes everything else easier.🐾
Focus. It sounds simple, but it's the foundation of everything else in training.
A dog that checks in with you regularly is a dog you can communicate with — on walks, around distractions, and in the moments that matter most.
The best part? You can build it into a walk you're already taking, with a simple game that takes minutes to learn.

Want to know how? Read the full post on the link in the comments 👇

Group classes are fully booked until June — spaces for June are available now. Grab yours before they go. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

01/04/2026

🐾 Happy Easter from Horton Dogs! 🐣
Wishing all our lovely pups and their people a wonderful Easter Holiday — we hope it's full of sunshine, spring walks, and plenty of fun.
A gentle reminder from us this Easter: chocolate is toxic to dogs - even a small amount can cause serious harm. Keep Easter eggs, chocolate treats, and hot chocolate well out of reach, and remind little ones not to share their goodies with the dog, however convincing those puppy eyes are.

🥚 Doing an egg hunt in the garden? Keep your pups indoors until every single choccy egg has been found. It only takes one missed egg to cause a real problem.
If your dog does get hold of chocolate — don't wait for symptoms, contact your vet straight away.
From all of us at Horton Dogs, have a safe and happy Easter! 🌸

Address

Horton Crescent
Epsom
KT198AA

Telephone

+447776235809

Website

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

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