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Dog Smart Training and Behaviour Dog training and behaviour services in the Sevenoaks and surrounding areas.

This weekend has been an absolute gift for both the brain and the soul.I had the privilege of attending the   behaviour ...
15/07/2025

This weekend has been an absolute gift for both the brain and the soul.
I had the privilege of attending the behaviour conference, hosted by Animal Behaviour Kent.
A weekend full of thought-provoking discussions, challenging ideas, and the kind of debate that sparks genuine growth. It reminded me why I love this field: we’re never done learning. The more we explore, the more we realise how much there still is to understand.

And I wasn’t the only one soaking it all in…
Teak was invited to attend the second day of the conference and he rose to the occasion with his usual grace.
Whether stretching out for a nap mid-talk, quietly exploring the space, making people smile or in what may have been the highlight of his day... snooging Kathy Murphy, he does like a highly educated lady!
He brought his unique mix of sensitivity, connection, and calm.

Then today, I had the absolute honour of learning from one of my all-time favourite people, the incredible Suzanne Clothier
Her work has shaped not only what I do at Dog Smart, but who I am as a person.
Suzanne helps us truly see the dog and once you see through that lens, there’s no going back. If you haven’t read Bones Would Rain from the Sky, you should, it’s not just a book, it’s a shift in how we relate to other animals.

And as if that wasn’t enough meaning for one day, the workshop was held at the venue where I got married 10 years ago! Life comes full circle in the most unexpected ways.

Huge thanks to for putting on such a brilliant event. I’ve come away inspired, grounded, and deeply grateful.

We never stop learning. And if we do it right, we never stop getting better for the dogs and people we serve.

Lenny (MT Promise) has been with us for nearly a week and he is the sweetest boy!The good bits.....🩵 Super respectful of...
20/06/2025

Lenny (MT Promise) has been with us for nearly a week and he is the sweetest boy!

The good bits.....
🩵 Super respectful of our 6 dogs
🩵 Very smart and eager to learn
🩵 An absolute cuddle monster
🩵 Loves to play

The bits that need work....
🩵 Not 100% toilet trained
🩵 Super busy and at time wild
🩵 A bloomin trip hazard
🩵 Not very confident in new environments
🩵 Not very confident with new people
🩵 Not confident to be left
🩵 Will chase anything
🩵 Will eat and chew anything if given half a chance.

He has so much potential but will need a home with someone that has lots of time, patience and a confident adult dog.

If you think you could offer Lenny the perfect home, all applicant are to go through Many Tears Animal Rescue, his adoption page is in the comments. He has been through so much in his short life and deserves the best!

Meet Promise (AKA Lenny) a tiny 9 month old working cocker spaniel who has come to us as a foster from Many Tears Animal...
15/06/2025

Meet Promise (AKA Lenny) a tiny 9 month old working cocker spaniel who has come to us as a foster from Many Tears Animal Rescue.

He has had a rubbish start, arriving in rescue at 3mths old with a severe head injury. The team at MT never gave up and nursed him back to health. He is now ready to find a home of his own so he has come to us to learn how to live in a home, live with other dogs and generally be a normal puppy!

The wildest, most accident prone and quite frankly bonkers one turns 4!!!Hapoy birthday Harold and thank you for contrib...
05/06/2025

The wildest, most accident prone and quite frankly bonkers one turns 4!!!

Hapoy birthday Harold and thank you for contributing to the majority of our grey hairs 🙊🙉🙈

04/06/2025
24/05/2025

Luna has been working on her gundog skills with Oly.

Like many young labradors, Luna first came to Oly being very excitable, a bit if a wild child.

Look at her now! Teaching gundog skills isn't just about working your dog on a shoot but is great for family dogs too. Helping harness their natural instincts and building a fabulous relationship.

18/05/2025

🎥 Today’s intermediate gundog group living their best lives! 🐾🎾

From dynamic hunting patterns to sharp stops and long-distance retrieves, these dogs were switched on and thriving – it’s what gundog training is all about.

Gundog work isn’t just for working homes. It’s one of the most enriching ways to train your dog – tapping into natural instincts, building focus, and creating a strong working relationship.

Whether you dream of fieldwork or simply want to channel your dog’s drive, we can help you get started with our 1:1 gundog training packages. From there, you can work up to groups like this one.

📍 Real-world outdoor locations
🗖️ Regular group classes & water training days available
🐶 Suitable for pet and working dogs alike

👉 Begin your gundog journey here:
https://www.dogsmarttrainingbehaviour.co.uk/gundogtraining


🌊 Gundog Water Training Days – Limited Spaces Now Open! 🐾We’re excited to be back at our beautiful private lake in South...
18/05/2025

🌊 Gundog Water Training Days – Limited Spaces Now Open! 🐾

We’re excited to be back at our beautiful private lake in Southborough for a new series of water training days designed just for gundogs.

These small-group sessions (maximum 4 dogs per group) are perfect for dogs building confidence in and around water, practicing water retrieves, or simply enjoying a fresh environment to train.

📅 Dates Available:

Sunday 25th May

Sunday 27th July

Sunday 10th August

Each date has morning and afternoon groups, so you can choose a time that suits you best.

👉 Book your spot now on the Gundog Training page of our website:
https://www.dogsmarttrainingbehaviour.co.uk/gundogtraining

Spaces are limited and these sessions always fill fast!

13/05/2025

For those of you who would like to learn more about the gundog skills we teach our own dogs and in our classes and 1-1's lessons, head over to our dedicated gundog page

https://www.facebook.com/share/151biMs7Rse/

Reward-based gundog training for pet and working homes. Outdoor, breed-specific enrichment that builds calm focus, better recall, and real-life skills. Ideal for busy pet gundogs or dogs preparing for the field—without pressure or harsh methods.

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Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday 09:00 - 17:00

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+447725672320

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