Sue's dog training

Sue's dog training I love helping people build great relationships with their dogs in a fun, positive and stress-free way. Do reach out to me. Which I really enjoy.

I'm a reward-based trainer offering groups classes, workshops, one-to-ones, and home visits across the Bromley and Orpington area. I went to St Nicholas Church of England School in Chislehurst and then Stratford House School in Bickley, Kent. My first job was at the Bank of England for 4 years and then Barclays de Zoete Webb for a couple of years. Then I decided to do a teaching degree at 21 years

of age at Brighton University. I taught at Wickham Common Primary School and Babington House. I did a Diplomia in Dyslexia and taught at a few schools including Leesons Primary School helping Dyslexic children. I decided to have a change and become a dog walker with my black Labrador called Jess and also a dog trainer. I have completed various online and in person courses:
Level 1 course on canine care and behaviour, Absolute Dogs: Pro Dog Trainer and Geek Course,
Holly Tett's online courses and conferences
Susan Garratt’s Handling 360 and Recallers
Animal Behaviour Level 3 - NIOQ training certificate
Nosework Instructor Part 1
Diploma in Canine Behavioural Training - 5 day residential course with Robert Alleyne - PRAMA Training. Tellington Touch 3 Day workshop
Advanced Higher Certificate in Canine Behaviour Practice and Aggression Studies. I am currently doing a Dog Breed Specific Behaviour: A Pschological Insight. In March 2025 I am doing Man Trailing Inspectors Course

I volunteer every week at Foal Farm Rescue Centre near Biggin Hill with the dog walking.

Information about LabradoodleWith a mixed bred dog, you need to find out about both breeds to understand your dog. 1. L...
03/10/2025

Information about Labradoodle

With a mixed bred dog, you need to find out about both breeds to understand your dog.

1. Labrador

History of Labrador:
water dogs were imported from Newfoundland and bred with British hunting dogs.

Breed for:
Retrieving birds on land and in the water.

About Labradors:
- Gentle temperament, intelligent and loyal.
- Get on well with children, dogs and even strangers.
- Require daily exercise and mental stimulation.

Problems some owners find with Labradors:
- Chewing and shedding.
- Too boisterous.
- Can get fat and have health issues.
- Separation anxiety.

2. Poodle
History and what bred for:
Large poodle bred in Germany. to retrieve birds from water. Smaller poodle bred in France as circus performers.

All about the breed:
- Active and intelligent, obedient nature, athletic
- Low shedding - good for allergy sufferers.
- Require extensive grooming.
- Daily exercise and mental stimulation
- Loyal family members and good with children

Problems some owners have with their Poodle:
- High energy
- Separation anxiety.
- Can be aloof with strangers.
- Sensitive dogs that do not respond to harsh corrections.

Information on Staffie’s History of breed:- Originally from Birmingham and Staffordshire in the 19th Century - They were...
02/10/2025

Information on Staffie’s

History of breed:
- Originally from Birmingham and Staffordshire in the 19th Century
- They were developed by crossing bull breeds and terriers breeds

What were they breed for?
- Blood sports like bull-baiting. It was outlawed in 1835 with Cruelty to Animals Act. Although illegal dog fighting did continue.

What is a Staffie like?
- Loyal, loving and affectionate
- Strong bond with family, great with children.
- Can be protective.
- Good with strangers.

Problems that owners might have with their Staffie?
- Barking
- Aggression to other dogs
- Can be stubborn
- Separation anxiety

Anyone interested in Grooming and Handling Workshop? Contact myself or Billie, see contact details on the flier.
01/10/2025

Anyone interested in Grooming and Handling Workshop?

Contact myself or Billie, see contact details on the flier.

Information about Chihuahuas History of breed:- Breed original in Mexico. It is the smallest dog breed in the world. Wha...
01/10/2025

Information about Chihuahuas

History of breed:
- Breed original in Mexico. It is the smallest dog breed in the world.

What were Chihuahuas breed for:
- To be companion dogs.

What is the breed like?
- Chihuahuas are loyal often to mainly to one person.
- Affectionate and love being on their owner’s lap.
- Intelligent and wilful.
- High-energy levels.

Problems that owners might have with their Chihuahuas:
- Barky and nippy to dogs and strangers.
- can get separation anxiety.
- Not doing as asked.
- Due to size can get injuries.

Polite doggie greetings:Your dog should be:🐾calm🐾loose body language🐾soft relaxed eyes and ears🐾relaxed tail🐾slow curved...
30/09/2025

Polite doggie greetings:
Your dog should be:
🐾calm
🐾loose body language
🐾soft relaxed eyes and ears
🐾relaxed tail
🐾slow curved approach rather then a direct one.
🐾they might sniff on the way
🐾they may do a play bow to invite play
🐾then they will sniff the other dog’s nose and bottom briefly and then move on or play with them
🐾a polite dog will understand if the other dog doesn’t want to interact and will move on without following

Watch your dog’s interaction with other dogs. If your dog has stayed on the nose or bottom for too long. Or they look unsure, call your dog to you as they need some help.

29/09/2025

Excellent 2 day course over the weekend by Ross McCarthy and Vicky Lawes from CIDBT. All about breed specific behaviours. Met lots of other lovely students on the course. Really enjoyed it. Cambridge Institute of Dog Behaviour & Training

Very exciting!!! Here is information about the New Grooming and Handling Workshop coming up on Saturday 15th November. C...
26/09/2025

Very exciting!!! Here is information about the New Grooming and Handling Workshop coming up on Saturday 15th November. Contact me or Billie if you are interested. My phone number is 07720 444941, give me a text or what’s app me.

Proofing recall training with puppies. With a puppy practice recall training at home in different rooms and in the garde...
25/09/2025

Proofing recall training with puppies.

With a puppy practice recall training at home in different rooms and in the garden. So your puppy can learn the pattern of recall.

Then when they are fully vaccinated you can build on this pattern in different places in your environment.

Short walks can be broken up with a few recalls, making it rewarding each time they return to you with praise, affection and food (if they like food) or a play with a favourite toy.

A walk is not a walk - it is a training time. It can still be enjoyable. In time the aim is that you can go on longer, leisurely walks confidently. However never become complacent that the job of training is ever completed.

If you are interested in improving your dog’s recall I am doing a workshop on Saturday 4th October from 9-11 at the Willett recreation ground in Petts wood. Do contact me via text or what’s app on 07720 444941.

24/09/2025

Lovely lead walking from Willow this morning. Lead walking does take lots of practice and being consistent.

I am a Lead Walking Workshop coming up on Saturday 1st November. From 9-11 am at the Willett Rec in Petts Wood. Contact me if you are interested in learning how to help your dog walk nicely all the time! Text or what’s app me on 07720 444941.

Are you having trouble cutting your dog’s nails? 🐾Book in with Diamond Dogz the Groomers in Pet Perfection Pet Shop in P...
21/09/2025

Are you having trouble cutting your dog’s nails? 🐾

Book in with Diamond Dogz the Groomers in Pet Perfection Pet Shop in Petts Wood. They are cutting dogs’ nails every day. They are very skilled at doing it and it only costs £10!

I met two lovely dogs this morning for two separate one to one lessons. Both dogs we worked on recall, lead walking and ...
20/09/2025

I met two lovely dogs this morning for two separate one to one lessons. Both dogs we worked on recall, lead walking and sit/stay or wait. Mikey is scared of dogs, so we practiced this at the park. And Dottie needed help with jumping up. Both lovely dogs. We will be keeping in touch.

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