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Residential dog training (board-and-train) is a programme where your dog stays with a professional trainer for a set period, usually one to four weeks, while they work intensively on obedience, recall or behavioural issues. Owners then receive handover sessions so the training transfers back home.

Group puppy or obedience classes typically run from £10–£25 per session, one-to-one sessions from £40–£90 per hour, and residential programmes can range from a few hundred to several thousand pounds depending on length and the issue being addressed. It's worth comparing a few trainers before booking.

Obedience training teaches everyday skills such as sit, stay, recall and loose-lead walking. Behavioural training addresses specific problems like reactivity, aggression or separation anxiety, usually led by a qualified dog behaviourist who looks at the underlying cause.

Electronic collar rules vary across the UK, they are banned in Wales and Scotland, while England currently permits their use, though guidance continues to evolve. Many trainers now favour reward-based or balanced methods instead. Always check the current law for your area and ask any trainer to explain their approach first.

Search IBK9 Training by your town or city to see puppy training providers near you, then compare their training methods, class sizes and experience. Good puppy classes focus on socialisation, basic cues and confidence-building in a safe, controlled environment.

We ask every trainer on our directory to confirm their qualifications, insurance and experience before their profile is listed. We also recommend you ask trainers directly about their certifications, accrediting body and public liability insurance before booking.