The K9 Concept

The K9 Concept Dog training and secure field hire Please note that any dog which had not trained with us before needs to be assessed before they can sign up to a group class.
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Dog training requires plenty of time and dedication from the owner, to maintain constant improvements throughout the dog’s life. In the ideal world this includes training in all weather conditions, 365 days a year, and not just for 5 mins when the sun is shining! Remember:

Whatever the breed and age of your dog, training ideally should be carried out on a daily basis. The o

ptimum type and amount of time training will vary according to owner and dog, but I will work with you to ensure you are able to factor your bespoke training programme into everyday life. Training can involve dealing with:

- loose leash walking
- recall & obedience training
- jumping, mouthing, biting
- barking, chewing
- toilet training
- crate training
- socialisation & environmental training
- lead reactivity
- separation anxiety
- aggression

We can work on only some of the above issues within a group class, however all of these issues can be dealt with within a one to one session. We highly recommend that you book a one to one session before you start on one of our group classes.

25/07/2026

🐾 MORE THAN JUST AN OBSTACLE CLASS 🐾

Our Obstacle & Obedience Class isn’t about getting your dog over obstacles.

It’s about building the skills that matter.

This Class combines practical obedience with confidence-building exercises to develop a dog that is calm, focused and able to work through challenges.

We work on:
• Confidence and resilience
• Body awareness and coordination
• Focus and engagement
• Impulse control
• Handler communication
• Practical obedience around distractions

Every exercise has a purpose. The obstacles are simply a tool to improve your dog’s understanding, confidence and teamwork with you.

Suitable for dogs of all ages and experience levels, with each exercise adapted to the individual dog.

Train with purpose 💪 Build a dog that can cope with the real world 🙌

📅 Book your place now. Link in bio

28/06/2026

Most people think training starts when they arrive.

They’re wrong.

Training starts before you even leave the house.

The more prepared you are, the more you can focus on what really matters: your dog.

A few essential we never leave at home:

✔️ Water & a bowl
✔️ High-value rewards
✔️ The right lead
✔️ Poo bags

Whether you carry it in a backpack, training vest or bumbag, having your essentials ready makes every session smoother.

Your dog deserves your attention.

Come prepared. Train better. 💪

👇 What’s always in your training bag? Let me know in the comments 🙌

26/06/2026

Everyone is talking about the hot weather at the moment.

Carry water. Walk early or late. Stick to the shade. Cool them down with water on their paws and belly. Put a fan on at home, etc.
These are all important steps to help keep our dogs safe and comfortable.

But when clients ask me how I keep my own dogs comfortable in this heat, my answer is often a bit different.

I, of course, follow all of the usual welfare advice above, but in addition (and not just for the summer months), I make sure my dogs are trained to do…
nothing!

Seriously.

One of the most valuable skills a dog can learn is how to switch off and settle. When the weather is too hot for long walks, I don’t have dogs pacing around the house, demanding entertainment every five minutes. They’re happy to relax, sleep and conserve their energy.

It’s one of the reasons I’m always talking about “bed” & “settle” training and teaching dogs how to switch off.

Of course, we still make the most of the cooler parts of the day. Mine spend plenty of time outside in the shade, especially if there’s a breeze. I’ll let them splash around in the sprinkle pool for a bit, sniff for treats, or simply enjoy rolling around on wet grass in the shade.
We also do a bit of scent work now and then. It’s fantastic mental stimulation and a great way to tire a dog out without increasing their body temperature. A few short searches in the shade can often be far more beneficial than trying to squeeze in a walk when it’s still hot.

The twist is this:

In hot weather, the dogs that cope best are the dogs that know how to relax, switch off, and use their brains when their body needs a break.

That’s a skill worth teaching all year round. 🙌

19/06/2026

Did you know that one of the most valuable things you can teach your dog is how to switch off?

Many dogs are constantly on the go and always looking for the next thing to do. Bed training teaches them an important life skill: how to settle, relax and learn to be still when exciting things are happening around them.

A strong “bed” command, helps your dog:

🐾 Develop impulse control around distractions

🐾 Learn how to settle and relax in a designated safe place

🐾 Build confidence being calm, even when you’re not right beside them

🐾 Reduce frustration and over-arousal

🐾 Understand that they don’t need to be involved in everything

The real power of bed training isn’t simply teaching a dog to stay on a bed. It’s teaching them that calm behaviour is rewarding.

Like all good training, it starts small. We gradually build duration, distance and distractions, helping the dog learn that staying settled is often the best choice they can make.

Whether it’s visitors arriving at the door, family meals, training classes, café visits or simply relaxing at home, a dog that can switch off is often a happier and more successful dog.

📩 Send us a message to find out how we can help your dog build calmness, focus and self-control, both at home and out in the real world.

18/06/2026

Looking for a great way to socialise your dog, practise training in the real world, and enjoy a walk with like-minded dog owners?

Come along to our Pack Walk this Saturday at 9.30am!

Book your place via the link in our bio.

Imagine watching your dog run flat out, off lead, with not a single worry about who might come round the corner.That is ...
17/06/2026

Imagine watching your dog run flat out, off lead, with not a single worry about who might come round the corner.

That is what The K9 Freedom Field is built for.

A 2 acre secure space enclosed with 6ft deer fencing, giving your dog room to run, train and explore safely. There are several benches where you can sit and relax, whilst watching your dog having a good sniff and run. There is also a wash down point for muddy paws and boots.

The field is particularly powerful if you have:

✔ A reactive or anxious dog, and you are tired of scanning every path for the next trigger. Here you get a full hour to simply breathe and let them be a dog.

✔ A dog you are building recall or engagement with, in a space with no distractions to undo your hard work.

✔ A high-energy dog who needs a proper run, the kind that gives you a calmer dog at home that evening.

Now the honest bit, because we would rather earn your trust than just take your booking.

For most dogs a secure field should be a stepping stone, not the finish line. The real goal is freedom beyond the fence, and if you want help getting there, that is what our training is for.

But everyone starts somewhere safe.

Slots fill fast, especially early mornings in this heat, evenings and weekends. Tap the link in our bio to book yours. 🐾

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Melton Mowbray
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