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Unleashed - Danny Wells Dog Training Proven trainers with proven methods that guarantee results. Danny’s passion for training dogs is second to none.
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His reputation (as a multi dimensional dog trainer) in rehabilitating dogs that other trainers have deemed a lost cause/untrainable, is forever expanding. He has garnered much respect and esteem among established and well publicized dog trainers/behaviourists, that clients have been referred to him by such people, even from foreign continents.
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Danny's refined methodology for training/rehabilitating dogs' speaks for its self, and with regards to 'working dogs', be it, protection or detection, has completely revolutionised many dog trainers specific approach in how to train working dogs/handlers.
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Danny has worked with a number of the U.K`s leading canine professionals. He regularly attends further learning seminars in order to stay ahead of the curve and also maintain efficient and innovative practices.

28/10/2026

Watch this reactive Frenchie go from blowing up and reacting to dogs to calmly following his owner, all within a single lesson.

By no means is this dog fixed, but changing unwanted behaviour has to start somewhere, and getting your dog on the RIGHT path from the beginning is what matters.

It’s about teaching your dog how to make better choices, guiding them through situations they previously struggled with and building better habits through consistent handling.

One lesson can make a big difference, but lasting change comes from what happens afterwards.

Struggling with your dog’s unwanted behaviour? Get in touch and see how we can help.

Links in our bio.

21/10/2026

HANDLING IS EVERYTHING!

This video shows a black Labrador that was reactive towards other dogs. In the very same lesson, you can see him happily walking past the exact dog that had previously triggered his reactivity, calmly following his owner instead.

So, what’s changed?

The handling!

There are many factors that influence a dog’s behaviour, from genetics and previous learning experiences to the environment they’re in. But when it comes to guiding your dog towards better choices, handling is EVERYTHING.

You cannot expect to influence your dog’s decisions if you haven’t developed the practical skills needed to guide them.

Handling is a fine art. Whether you’re using a piece of equipment to guide your dog, applying pressure, releasing pressure or delivering a reward, the timing, consistency and clarity of your handling all matter.

And like any practical skill, it takes time, patience and practice to master.

Here’s an example.

If I gave ten children a football and asked them to complete a series of football-related tasks, you’d almost certainly see two or three who naturally stood out. They’d have better coordination, timing and a natural feel for what they were doing.

Does that mean the other seven can’t learn to play football?

Of course not!

It simply means some will need more practice, patience and guidance than others.

Dog handling is no different.

Some people pick it up almost immediately. Others struggle with their timing, coordination, confidence or ability to read what’s happening in front of them.

And that’s absolutely fine.

I’ve worked with countless owners who initially struggled to handle their dogs, some of which were incredibly difficult and potentially dangerous. Yet, with the correct guidance, patience and consistent practice, they’ve developed the skills needed to handle those same dogs confidently.

Nobody becomes a good handler overnight, and watching someone make it look easy doesn’t mean it was easy for them to learn.

The important thing is understanding that handling is a skill, not something you’re simply born knowing how to do.

The Labrador in this video hasn’t suddenly forgotten that other dogs exist. He’s learning that there’s an alternative to the behaviour he’s previously rehearsed, and his owner is learning how to guide him towards that alternative.

Of course, this is just one lesson in one environment. The behaviour still needs to be practised, reinforced and generalised.

But it demonstrates just how much can change when the person holding the lead knows how to influence the dog at the other end.

Good handling is earned. Be patient, put the work in and give yourself time to develop the skill.

17/10/2026

How it’s started - How it finished ☺️

14/10/2026

SOME HANDY POINTS WHEN DEALING WITH GENETICALLY FEARFUL DOGS

You cannot change a dog’s genetic character any more than you can fundamentally change a person’s natural temperament. If a dog is genetically predisposed to fear, that predisposition will always be there.

Stop trying to fix something that cannot be fixed and start teaching the dog how to cope.

One of the biggest mistakes we see is how people approach the fight-or-flight response.

Fight and flight work hand in hand. Both are responses to a perceived threat, and both serve a purpose.

Many owners come to us desperate to stop their dog displaying aggression. They recognise the fight response as a problem, yet completely overlook the flight response.

When their dog becomes frightened and attempts to retreat, they allow it to flee, often immediately jumping in with reassurance.

Here’s what people need to understand.

Flight is entirely dependent on the environment and circumstances.

A dog that has learnt to escape every uncomfortable situation may find itself in circumstances where escape simply isn’t possible. When that happens, aggression can become the next available option.

This is particularly concerning in dogs that have already learnt that displaying aggression successfully creates distance from something they fear.

You cannot focus solely on suppressing the fight response while continually allowing avoidance to become the dog’s only coping strategy.

So what do we do instead?

We teach the dog how to cope.

We give it clear direction, structure and a job to focus on. We work at a level the dog can manage, gradually introducing the things it finds frightening without overwhelming it.

Rather than allowing the environment to dictate every response, we teach the dog that it can remain composed, follow guidance and navigate situations it previously struggled with.

Over time, through controlled exposure, repetition and successful experiences, things that once triggered fear can begin to fade into the background.

The goal isn’t to turn a genetically fearful dog into a naturally confident one. That’s an unrealistic expectation.

The goal is to develop a dog that can function despite its genetic predispositions.

And remember, there’s a big difference between a dog that has learnt to cope and one that’s simply too frightened to react.

Good training is about recognising that difference.

You don’t have to change the dog you have. You have to teach that dog how to navigate the world it lives in.

08/10/2026

TOO MUCH OF A GOOD THING CAN BE A BAD THING!

This German Shepherd is fearfully reactive and has developed an unhealthy attachment to its owner. Rather than simply enjoying their company, the dog has become heavily dependent on it.

Poor genetics can certainly play a part in this, but genetics aren’t always the whole story. In many of the cases we see, dogs have been drip-fed affection and reassurance from the moment they arrive in their new homes. They’ve rarely been given the opportunity to spend time alone, develop independence or learn how to settle without constant human involvement.

When you’ve already got a dog genetically predisposed to fear and anxiety, that lack of independence can make an existing problem considerably worse.

We want our dogs to WANT to be around us. We don’t want them to NEED to be around us.

There’s a big difference!

One of the biggest mistakes owners make is believing that constantly reassuring an anxious dog is helping it. Every time the dog becomes worried, the owner responds with affection, fuss and attention in an attempt to communicate that everything is okay.

The intentions are good, but the outcome isn’t always what they hoped for.

Affection isn’t inherently a problem, nor does comforting a frightened dog automatically reinforce fear. However, when reassurance becomes the dog’s only way of coping with uncertainty, we’re not necessarily teaching it the skills it needs to navigate the world independently.

Instead of developing confidence, learning to regulate its own emotions and understanding that everyday situations aren’t necessarily threatening, the dog can become increasingly reliant on its owner to get through them.

This is where clear, consistent handling, appropriate boundaries and carefully structured exposure to everyday life become so important.

Our job isn’t simply to make our dogs feel loved. It’s to give them the skills and confidence to function in a world that they don’t always understand.

And sometimes that means allowing them to experience a little independence rather than constantly stepping in to reassure them.

Love your dog. Show it affection. Enjoy its company.

But ask yourself one question.

Is the love you’re showing your dog actually benefiting the dog, or is it satisfying your own emotional needs at the expense of its independence?

Because sometimes, too much of a good thing really can be a bad thing.

If you’re struggling with fearful behaviour, reactivity or an overly dependent dog, book an initial assessment with any member of the Unleashed K9 UK team through our website.

www.unleashedk9uk.com

06/10/2026

This GSD came into the assessment highly aroused and reactive. This video shows just one assessment, but the difference in his arousal levels from the beginning to the end is night and day.

One of the biggest problems we see is people misunderstanding what a dog’s body language is actually telling them.

People will look at the before clip, see the frantic movement, high energy and wagging tail and describe the dog as “happy”. In reality, he’s completely over-aroused. His brain is running at 100mph and he’s in no state to make good decisions. That level of arousal is a road to nowhere.

Then they’ll look at the second clip and say the dog looks “sad” because the frantic energy has disappeared.

He isn’t sad. He’s calm.

The vast majority of dogs don’t naturally need to walk around with their tail going like a rattlesnake, constantly scanning, pulling and reacting to everything around them. A calm dog can simply move from A to B without feeling the need to engage with every bit of stimulation in the environment.

We’re no different. When we walk to the shop, we don’t sprint there on high alert, reacting to every person, car and noise we pass. We just walk.

Constant over-arousal in dogs can feed into all sorts of unwanted behaviour and, in some cases, dangerous behaviour. Part of responsible dog ownership is teaching your dog how to calmly and safely navigate a human world.

This dog isn’t fixed. Not even close.

This was one assessment. It’s simply the start of the journey, but getting that arousal down and giving the dog a clearer state of mind gives us somewhere productive to start.

There’s plenty more work to come.

04/10/2026

Another great pack walk, this time, in Sutton Manor.

Well done to all of our fantastic clients and their amazing dogs, on the tremendous improvements they’ve made.

Stay consistent 👊🏻

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