Avril Young Dog Trainer

22/06/2026

🐾 Last Two Spaces Available! 🐾

Our Nursery Nose Workshop is almost full, with just 2 spaces remaining!

This 3-hour workshop is a perfect introduction to scent detection, giving your dog a fun and enriching way to use their nose while building confidence and focus.

📅 June 24
⏰ 6 – 8.30pm
📍 Rosewell Parish Church

Suitable for dogs who are happy around other dogs and humans.

Book your spot online, before they’re gone! 🐶

19/06/2026

Still a few spaces remaining for upcoming sessions 🐾

If you are interested in the follow Scentwork sessions, simply book online;

June 24th ; Nursery Nose
July course ; Starting 1st July for 3 sessions

https://www.avrilyoungdogtraining.com/shop

17/06/2026

🐾 Love what I do? I’d be so grateful if you could leave a review on my Facebook and Google pages.

Your feedback helps other dog owners feel confident choosing the right training support, and it makes a huge difference to my small business.

It only takes a minute:

1. Visit the Avril Young Dog Training page
2. Click the Reviews tab
3. Select Yes to recommend
4. Write a few words about your experience and press Post

Thank you so much for your support , every review really does mean the world to me. 💙🐶

Google link below:
https://tinyurl.com/2dknvcym

09/06/2026

🐾 Did you know I write a blog?

I regularly share practical, force-free advice to help you better understand your dog and make training feel less stressful for both of you.

My latest post explores a phrase I hear all the time:
“My dog is stubborn"

But what looks like stubbornness is often something else entirely. Confusion, stress, distraction, discomfort, breed-related behaviour, or simply a dog who needs more support in that moment.

By changing the question from “Why won’t my dog listen? to "What is my dog finding difficult?”, we can move away from conflict and towards clearer communication, trust and confidence. 💗

To read the full blog, click the link: https://www.avrilyoungdogtraining.com/post/my-dog-is-stubborn-why-this-label-can-hold-training-back

04/06/2026

Just a reminder Avril is off for a much needed long weekend!

Any urgent emails will be answered as soon as possible, and back to my desk on Monday 8th

01/06/2026

Upcoming Scentwork Workshops for 2026! 🐾

I’m excited to share my upcoming training workshop and course. Upcoming dates are below with limited spaces available so please book online to secure your spot.

Nursery Nose Workshop
📅 June 24
⏰ 6 - 8.30pm
📍 Rosewell Parish Church
An Introduction to scent detection, perfect for getting started with scentwork.

Funky Foundation: Scentwork Course
📅 July 1st, 8th and 15th
⏰ 6 - 7pm
📍 Rosewell Parish Church
For those who have completed my Introduction to Scentwork and would like a little more practice before joining my Scent Club meetings.

Please note: dogs must be happy around other dogs and humans.

Simply book via this link: https://www.avrilyoungdogtraining.com/shop

For all other enquiries drop me an email.

📩 Contact: [email protected]

our shop for booking training classes and workshops

26/05/2026

Reviews and feedback 🐾

This year I am looking to get more feedback and gain more reviews on my Facebook and Google page. I would appreciate if you had 5 minutes to spare to leave me a review. ✨

I’d be so grateful if you could leave a review here:
https://shorturl.at/pmX8r

19/05/2026

Looking for a more personal approach to your dog’s training? 🐾

I’m now taking bookings for 1-2-1 training sessions, with my diary open for June and July 2026!

Whether you have a puppy just starting out or an older dog needing a little extra support, 1-2-1 sessions allow me to create a personalised training plan tailored to you, your dog, and your family’s needs.

Every dog is unique, and individual sessions give us the opportunity to work at your dog’s pace, build their confidence, strengthen your bond, and help them reach their full potential in a calm and supportive environment.

📩 Email me now to enquire!

14/05/2026

Emails have been sent to all our Friday gang already!