Dog Behavioural Services

Dog Behavioural Services www.dogbs.co.uk Sam and Dave Grice are professional dog trainers with over 30 years experience in the industry.

They have both had careers working for Guide Dogs for the Blind in the fields of dog care & welfare, puppy development, the training of guide dogs and clients with vision loss as well as providing staff education and training. Based in Maidstone, Kent and covering the local area, Dog Behavioural Services (DBS) can provide you with support to manage and solve any of your dog's behavioural problems.

We offer our 'real life' classes, one to one sessions and fun agility activities. Our aim is to help you understand your dog and feel confident in your dog handling skills. We can help with any behaviours from minor social indiscretions to more complex and serious issues (such as resource guarding and reactivity to animals and people) as well as basic training and puppy socialising. Feel free to get in touch if you want to learn more.

Another Puppy class is on its way!
28/05/2026

Another Puppy class is on its way!

Don't be too disappointed if you missed out on a place on this puppy class, there will be another chance to book soon!
24/04/2026

Don't be too disappointed if you missed out on a place on this puppy class, there will be another chance to book soon!

Our next puppy ‘real life’ training course will commence on Tuesday 28th of April.We have  3 places available.Any puppy ...
14/04/2026

Our next puppy ‘real life’ training course will commence on Tuesday 28th of April.

We have 3 places available.

Any puppy fully vaccinated and under the age of 16 weeks is eligible to join.

The course will last for 6 weeks
and will focus on positive socialisation, basic responses to cues and building your confidence with on and off lead situations.

A variety of locations will be used. The cost of the 6 week course is £120.

Please get in touch for more information or to book your place.

Hope you have all been enjoying the lovely weather.
09/04/2026

Hope you have all been enjoying the lovely weather.

12/01/2026

🐾 DOG BEHAVIOURAL SERVICES 🐾
because 'Happy dogs make happy people'

Struggling with your dog’s behaviour?
Pulling on the lead, reactivity, anxiety, barking, poor recall, or confidence issues?

You’re not alone — and help is here 💛

✨ What we offer:
✔ One-to-one coaching & ongoing support
✔ Real-life training classes in everyday environments
✔ Anxiety & reactivity support
✔ Puppy behaviour foundations
✔ Lead pulling & recall training

🐶 Positive, science-based methods
🐶 Real-world training that works where it matters most
🐶 Supportive, judgement-free approach

📍 Home visits • Real-life group classes • Online support

📩 Message us to book or to find out more !

14/11/2025
30/10/2025

With Halloween and Bonfire Night round the corner, make sure you can spot signs of stress in your dog so that you know when they need your help.

30/10/2025

With Howl-oween just a day away, take a look at our top tips to help keep your dog safe and happy. It might be spooky season but this doesn't mean dogs should be fearful 💛

More tips: https://bit.ly/3KNTlcn

[Image description: This is an infographic with text and cartoon illustrations of dogs. The text says 'Walk your dog before dark and don't leave them alone in the garden. Don't force them to wear a costume or receive unwanted attention. Keep human sweets hidden. Make them a safe space to retreat. Drown out spooky sounds with music or TV. Take extra tasty treats on walkies to distract your pooch and avoid trick-or-treaters.]

06/10/2025

🍁 AUTUMN DOG ADVICE - CONKERS 🍁
On autumn walks your dog may come across conkers that have fallen from a horse chestnut tree, but these shiny seeds are poisonous to dogs!

WHAT IS A CONKER?
A conker is a shiny, round, red-brown seed from a horse chestnut tree. Conkers are often found on the ground in autumn after dropping from the tree encased in a green or brown spiky fruit.

HOW MANY DOES A DOG HAVE TO EAT?
The amount of toxin in each conker is different, so it’s impossible to know the amount of conkers that your dog would need to eat to make them unwell.

Conkers actually taste quite bitter, so it’s unlikely that most dogs will eat enough to make them very ill. But if enough is eaten it can produce more serious effects, and in rare cases can be deadly.

How your dog is affected by this toxin will also depend on their size, when they last ate, how much they chew up the conker and if they have any other health issues.

OTHER RISKS
Poisoning is not the only risk from these seeds. Conkers are large and hard and could cause your dog to choke on them or could block their stomach or gut.

HOW CAN I PREVENT THIS?
If your dog is prone to eating conkers, then keep them on a lead when going for autumn walks (especially in areas where you know there are conker trees). When walking near ‘conker trees’, bring along a ball or a chew toy to help keep their mouths occupied.

WHEN SHOULD I CALL THE VET?
If your dog has eaten conkers, then you should contact your vet for advice. If you’re unsure whether your dog has eaten them, but they’re showing signs of poisoning, then you should speak to your vet. Never try to make your dog sick as this can be dangerous and may cause other problems.

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