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Nick Wilson is a Canine Behaviourist and Trainer from New Plymouth. He is an ex Police Dog Handler. Nick provides on going follow up. Contact Nick for details.

Nick Wilson is a qualified Canine Behaviourist and Dog Trainer. He is an ex Police dog handler who specialises in addressing dog behaviour problems and teaching functional, modern day obedience principals.

– Contact Nick now on 027 595 6278 or email [email protected] for an obligation free inquiry. Nick has assisted hundreds of clients to overcome behaviour issues with their dogs such as:
Separation anxiety
Excessive barking
Biting
Jumping
Digging
Pulling on the lead
Chewing
Toilet training
Hyperactivity and eating disorders
Obedience Training
Dog Aggression
Obedience Issues

He has worked with a large variety of breeds ranging from toy poodles to great danes. Dogs 4 Life offer the following services:

Behaviour Modification Consultation:
Dogs 4 Life visit the client at their home and assess the issues that they are experiencing with their dog. Strategies and techniques to overcome the issues are put in place with hands on dog work demonstrated to the owner. A detailed report outlining the strategies is forwarded to the client. Premium Dog Training Consultation:
As above however the Premium Dog Training Consultation is for more serious problems that can not be addressed during a 1 day consultation. Dogs 4 Life will take the dog for 2 hours a day for a 5 day period for behaviour modification/training sessions and socialisation. A detailed report is completed and forwarded to the client. At the end of the 5 day period a session is conducted where by the owner is coached on the training and techniques that the dog has been introduced to. On going follow up is provided. The Puppy Programme:
For puppies up to 6 months old. Dogs 4 Life will visit the client and puppy at their home address and introduce a routine to make the puppies transition into the new home as smooth as possible. This includes advice on toilet training, sleeping, training, exercise etc. and the client is coached on how best to interact with the puppy in order to meet it's needs during this crucial period. A detailed report is provided. This programme is also available for clients who have older puppies and who require assistance with a routine and/or training. Functional Modern Day One on One Obedience Sessions:
Specialising in solving modern day issues such as the recall, walking on the lead, all commands, tricks, searching etc. Coaching of clients in dog training techniques and principles to ensure you get the best out of your dog. In House Dog Minding:
Are you going away for a couple of nights and want to leave your dog at home in familiar surroundings? Dogs 4 Life will come to your house - feed, water and exercise your dog. Your dog will also have playtime and a pat while you are away. Whilst based in New Plymouth New Zealand Nick is available for Skype consultations regardless of your location. Dogs 4 Life - Specialists in one on one training and behaviour modification.

28/10/2026

Meet Quinn the 10 month old Staffy/Kelpie cross who has recently completed the Behaviour Modification package.
Quinn came from the SPCA where she had a horrible start in life.
Thankfully she has ended up in a wonderful home where she is loved and treasured.
We worked on all of her commands and emphasised engagement around livestock and Quinn took to her training beautifully.
Quinn is an absolutely lovely dog with a wonderful temperament and it was fantastic to see her thriving in her new home and progressing beautifully with her training.
Good girl Quinn!

26/10/2026

WARNING: CUTENESS OVERLOAD
Meet Olive the oh so cute 10 week old Corgi puppy who has just started The Puppy Programme.
Olive is so confident and happy, she is a joy to work with.
Olive’s owner is doing everything right in relation to early socialisation ensuring that Olive will be a well adjusted adult.
I cannot stress enough how important this is.
Olive also lives with another older Corgi who she just adores.
What a pleasure it is to work with this beautiful puppy.
Good girl Olive!

20/10/2026

Meet Jet the stunning 7 month old Rottweiler who has just completed the Behaviour Modification package.
Jet is a big powerful boy so we worked on his leash manners and reactivity around other dogs.
We also also tidied up his obedience and worked on his engagement levels.
Jet has a wonderful temperament and he was an absolute delight to work with.
It was fantastic to see him progress so nicely.
Good boy Jet!

13/10/2026

Meet Riwai the 1 year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier who has just completed the Behaviour Modification package.
These photos were taken when Riwai was a puppy but you can see he is an absolutely beautiful boy.
Riwai was getting overexcited when visitors came to the door so we worked on this and developed some impulse control.
We also worked on his lead work to develop nice soft lead walking and more engagement with his owner.
Riwai has a super temperament. He is a high energy boy who is a little bit cheeky but very lovable which is typical of his breed.
Riwai progressed beautifully with his training and it was an absolute pleasure to watch him advance so quickly.
Good boy Riwai!

06/10/2026

Meet Rigi who is one very special puppy.
Rigi is a 16 week old Bernese Mountain Dog who is absolutely stunning.
This beautiful boy has just completed The
Puppy Programme.
Rigi has a big personality too, there is always something going on when he is around.
Bernese Mountain Dogs are not a common breed so it was an absolute privilege for me to work with this beautiful animal.
Good boy Rigi!

28/09/2026

Meet Chewie the beautiful 1 year old Japanese Spitz (rhs of photo).
Chewie is pictured with Suki who lives with him.
Chewie came to my clients house to live when he was 7 months old.
Chewie had a training foundation however he needed work around his recall.
Chewie is a stunning boy, his coat is snow white and it glistens. He always has a big smile on his face and wants to please.
Chewie has progressed beautifully with his training and his recall has advanced nicely which gives his owners a lot of confidence.
It was an absolute pleasure working with this beautiful animal.
Good boy Chewie!

16/09/2026

This week marks 11 years in business for me.
During that time I have seen it all from the dog that was hu***ng his owner every time the phone rang to the dog that wouldn’t let any family member on the couch to the puppy that would only toilet in its crate and nowhere else and everything in between.
I have worked with well over 1000 adult dogs and well over 500 puppies.
Amongst those dogs I have worked and or trained with NZ Customs, NZ Police, Hearing Dogs NZ and delivered multiple seminars to dog training clubs around the country.
I have also conducted online sessions as far away as the USA.
I am always up skilling and have recently learnt some more new techniques that I have added to my toolbox.

To this day I genuinely still love training dogs and obtaining great outcomes for my clients.

I have met some beautiful animals and some amazing people along the way and look forward to continuing to do so for many years to come.

From the bottom of my heart, I would like to thank you all for your support through the years.

Nick
Dogs 4 Life

14/09/2026

Meet big Kylo the beautiful 15 month old Bull Mastiff who has just completed the Behaviour Modification package.
Kylo is close to 50kg of Bull Mastiff power and he would get over excited around visitors and jump up at them. We also worked on his recall and lead work.
Kylo is a very special dog, he has the kindest heart and you see nothing but pure goodness in his eyes.
This big boy just loves everyone and all he wants to do is please.
Kylo has wonderful owners who really embraced his training and he has made tremendous progress.
It was an absolute pleasure working with him.
Good boy Kylo!

02/09/2026

CUTENESS OVERLOAD:
Meet Bramble the cutest Cocker Spaniel puppy in the land!
Bramble who is 11 weeks old has just started The Puppy Programme.
This gorgeous girl is full of mischief and wonder as she explores the big new world around her, exactly how a puppy should be!
I look forward to our next sessions Bramble! 😁

30/08/2026

Meet Charlie the stunning Border Collie who has just completed the Behaviour Modification package.
Charlies family live in a house overlooking a busy reserve where there is alot of activity including people exercising their dogs.
Charlie observes this and gets animated - he barks, runs around and wants to join in.
We have worked on this along with his leash manners and Charlie has responded beautifully.
Whilst not the finished product yet Charlie enjoyed his training and has made huge progress.
Border Collies are high drive working dogs that need a lot of enrichment and work. If they don’t get it, they will find a way!
Charlie is a beautiful dog who has the most likeable temperament.
It was an absolute joy to work with him.
Good boy Charlie!

Address

New Plymouth
4310

Telephone

+64275956278

Website

http://www.dogs4life.co.nz/

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