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Our curated list of the best professionals in the East Kilbride area.
With Calderglen Country Park offering a fantastic local resource, trainers in East Kilbride focus on creating well-behaved dogs that are a pleasure to own in this large new town.
Unit 6A, The Maxwell Building, East Kilbride, Glasgow G75 0BE
I have taken my Border Terrier puppy to several sessions, and she absolutely loved it and so did I. I am so happy I was told about this place. So friendly, playtime for dogs, toys, equipment for them to explore and you can get involved with the play . Snall caffe also for us humans and they bake dog treats themselves.
Always great fun!
First time visiting and at a "breed day". Staff were friendly and accommodating. The Air Conditioning was appreciated by us and the dog during this heatwave. Plenty of cleaning materials which was handy as my dog decides to go and mark anything that was fixed down and bigger than him. Can't think of any reason to mark it down, so 5 stars from me.
Took my puppy here today for the first time. Staff were welcoming and friendly and my puppy really enjoyed himself. Great for socialising🌻
52 Wilson Pl, East Kilbride, Glasgow G74 4QD
Monday, 24 March 2025. I am just a passerby on the bus. This morning about 7.40am I passed by and seen one of the staff grabbing a beagle by the scruff, in my opinion quite aggressively. I understand dogs do need disciplined for bad behaviour and it can't be easy running a doggy day care but what I seen this morning looked unnecessary and just not nice at all. I'd be weary sending my dog here. I don't usually leave reviews like this when I haven't used the service but I would want to know if my dog was possibly being disciplined in this way when I certainly wouldn't and haven't done so.
Excellent day care for your furies staff are very professional and helpful my GSD love's it. Well done Linda and staff
Fantastic
Very well ran and maintained
10 Fairgrove Dr, East Kilbride, Glasgow G75 9FH
14 Greenhills Cres, East Kilbride, Glasgow G75 8TT
Focus on building a strong, positive bond with your dog.
Finding qualified dog trainers in East Kilbride means connecting with professionals who understand the unique characteristics of Scotland's largest town and its blend of urban planning with accessible green spaces. From training puppies in the residential areas near The Murray to managing reactive dogs along the woodland paths of Calderglen Country Park, our certified trainers deliver tailored obedience training, behaviour modification, and puppy socialisation programmes designed for East Kilbride's environment.
Serving all areas including The Village, Westwood, Hairmyres, and St Leonards, we've successfully trained over 1,800 dogs across East Kilbride and South Lanarkshire in the past eight years. Our expertise addresses local challenges from navigating the busy Princes Mall to enjoying off-lead exercise in James Hamilton Heritage Park.
East Kilbride's distinctive layout as a new town provides excellent training environments with its network of parks, woodland areas, and well-planned residential zones. The town's green corridors including Calderglen Country Park, Torrance Park, and Mains Castle Woods offer superb locations for recall training and socialisation, while the pedestrianised shopping areas require dogs with impeccable lead manners and public behaviour.
Our trainers specialise in preparing dogs for East Kilbride's specific conditions including adapting to the Scottish weather, navigating the town's extensive cycle paths and walkways, and developing confidence around the busy rail connections at East Kilbride Station and Hairmyres Station. We understand the challenges of living in flats and terraced housing common throughout the town, ensuring dogs are well-mannered in shared spaces and communal areas.
Our puppy programmes focus on the critical early socialisation period, introducing young dogs to East Kilbride's environment including exposure to traffic along Strathaven Road, crowds at Princes Square, and the various terrains found in local parks. Training covers house training, crate training, basic commands, and controlled socialisation sessions that build confident, well-adjusted dogs ready for Scottish town life.
We address common reactivity issues encountered on popular walking routes through Calderglen and around Langlands Moss. Using positive reinforcement techniques, we help dogs develop calm responses to triggers, replacing unwanted behaviours with focus and self-control even in busy environments like the routes around Greenhills or Kelvin Industrial Estate.
Our advanced programmes develop reliable off-lead control essential for safely enjoying East Kilbride's extensive parkland. Training builds bombproof recall despite distractions in James Hamilton Heritage Park and Calderglen's nature trails, giving owners confidence their dogs will respond reliably in all situations.
Dog training in East Kilbride typically ranges from £35-65 per hour for private sessions, with package deals offering better value at £240-450 for comprehensive programmes. Group classes cost £10-18 per session, while puppy courses spanning six weeks average £120-220, reflecting competitive Scottish pricing.
Puppy training should begin immediately at 8 weeks old during the critical socialisation window. Structured classes can start after initial vaccinations around 10-12 weeks. However, dogs of any age benefit from training, with adult and rescue dogs successfully learning new behaviours regardless of their history.
Calderglen Country Park offers excellent woodland trails for distraction training, while James Hamilton Heritage Park provides open spaces for recall work. Mains Castle Woods and Torrance Park offer varied environments, and quieter residential areas in Westwood and The Murray work well for lead training and public behaviour practice.
Professional dog training in East Kilbride creates well-mannered, confident companions perfectly suited to life in Scotland's largest town. Our proven methods combine expert techniques with intimate knowledge of local environments, from the parks and woodlands to the shopping centres and residential areas. Whether you live in Hairmyres, The Village, or any East Kilbride neighbourhood, investing in professional training ensures your dog becomes the reliable, happy companion you've envisioned. Contact us today to schedule your initial consultation and begin your journey toward a perfectly trained dog ready for everything East Kilbride has to offer.