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Our curated list of the best professionals in the Matson area.
With Robinswood Hill on its doorstep, trainers in Matson are experts at teaching dogs to be well-behaved and reliable on countryside walks with steep inclines and varied terrain.
Sunnyside View, Moor St, Saul, Gloucester GL2 7LQ
We first contacted Roger approximately 18 months ago to help us with our crazy Chocolate Labrador puppy, Bear. Fast forward to the current day and Roger has helped us transform Bear into the perfect pup! He is so obedient and well behaved that we often get compliments from people when we are out and about with him. The only problem is that Roger has helped us so much that we thought it would be a good idea to challenge ourselves with another Chocolate Labrador Puppy, Rolo! He has just started his training journey with Roger and we are already starting to see positive progress. We cannot recommend Roger aka Dovesflight Dog Training enough!
We called Roger because we were at our wits end and with a baby on the way needed help quickly. Our 2.5 year old GSD is a super sweet soft boy but when out his heel work was not perfect and we found ourselves constantly having to correct him, he would also lunge, bark, growl etc at pretty much every dog we passed and it's safe to say walks were not becoming enjoyable. Despite having tried 2 trainers in the past we felt like we weren't getting anywhere and the training methods just didn't work for him or us. We also couldn't trust him around other dogs off lead his drive just had him ignoring us completely (no matter what we did) and running towards other dogs. In just 3 sessions with Roger the change in Max and us (because it's all about training the human) is almost unrecognisable & even after the first session several family members commented on the noticeable difference already. We are still at the early stages of our training but with Roger's help we have all the tools we now need to get the best out of Max and have Max get the best out of us. If you are considering Roger, don't think just go for it! Our only regret is that we didn't get in touch with him sooner.
Roger has helped us so much to be able to have a calm and well behaved dog . We are know able to enjoy walks and days out with no trouble. Before going to Doveflight are wired haired vizsla was a thief for food , very high energy and had pick up bad habits from running off and not listening to commands. We have enjoyed every training sessions with Roger learning so much and being able to come away with a well behaved dog. Highly recommend
Thanks Roger for all you have done with scooby. You have helped us make a ex hunting working resuce dog which couldn't be walked off led or near any game animals with out being reactive. To now he can be let off In appropriate places and now responding to commands.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Game-Changer for Us and Our Working Cocker Spaniel We took our 18 month old Working Cocker Spaniel, Bailey, to Doves Flight Gundog Training after realising we’d hit a bit of a wall. He is a lovely dog, full of energy and affection, but also a real handful. Pulling on the lead, jumping up, no recall, and even barking for attention... walks weren’t relaxing, and cafés or pubs were off-limits unless we fancied chaos with our coffee. From the very first session, Roger’s approach stood out. Calm, experienced, and straight-talking. What became clear very quickly was that this wasn’t just about training Bailey, it was about educating us. We'd been far too soft with Bailey, treating him more like a 'mate' than a dog who needed guidance and clear boundaries. And because of that, Bailey simply didn’t see us as ‘leaders’ worth listening to. From the first session, the difference has been remarkable. Bailey now walks beautifully on a loose lead, and we’re well on the way to reliable off-lead heel work. He comes back when called, even when there’s something far more exciting going on, and he settles down quietly in the house. No more climbing on furniture, owning the couch or ruling the roost! He’s back to sleeping in his crate, which he now clearly sees as his safe and calm space. One of the biggest changes is how much more enjoyable life is with him. We can now take him out to a café or pub, and he settles without needing constant reassurance or fuss. He’s still very much a ‘work in progress’, but we’re on the right path—and both enjoying the journey. If you’re struggling with a gundog who’s running rings around you, or just want a better relationship with your dog based on mutual respect rather than chaos, I can’t recommend Roger highly enough. His knowledge, support, and down-to-earth teaching style have transformed things for us and made Bailey a much happier, more balanced dog.
41 Pennsylvania Ave, Cheltenham GL51 7JG
Vinny is an incredible trainer, can not praise him enough
Vinny is just an incredible dog trainer, he makes it seem so simple and it was such a shock to see how well our stubborn dog just picked everything up. Vinny clearly understands completely how dogs think and act and teaches you so well all the techniques to help your dog in a way that the dog actually enjoys being trained and responds really well to it. I’m amazed at what our dog is now disciplined with, we could never distract him from food or barking at other dogs and now we can easily make him wait for food and stop barking at dogs. Highly recommended!
I take my dog Fennec to Agility with Vinny at Cotswold Dog Training and highly recommend it. Great fun, good exercise for you and your dog. Vinny is very knowledgeable and patient.
Vinny has trained my dog since he was a puppy. We now go to agility classes where we have great fun in a friendly, supportive environment. Vinny is fantastic at what he does.
I have attended agility sessions run by Vinnie. Not only is he patient with dogs, but also with humans. His expertise shines through. I can tell he really understands dogs; what they might be thinking, and why the behave in a certain way. He instructs how to correct something in an accessible and understandable way.
Apollo Commercial Interiors, Unit C Apollo Court, Cirencester GL7 1ZR
The Responsive Recall class has given me more confidence in managing my dog around other dogs as well as some fun games and ways to keep my dog engaged and listening to me. All of these techniques will also be really useful when I work with foster dogs in future.
Amy was brilliant always helping with any concerns with puppy training. She puts a huge amount of effort into her work and it shows. Thank you
Amy has been wonderful helping my little rescue dog settle and become more confident. She's calm, gentle and knowledgeable - I've learnt so much from her about what his behaviour means (fear based rather than aggression) and how to respond in ways that are helpful to him. My dog absolutely loves her, it's all those treats she gives him! Post script - having had a series of one to one lessons with Amy initially to help manage my dogs behaviour outside (barking and lunging/ reacting to anything and everybody/ pulling me over on his lead) we had a break for a few months so I could gently work on her advice. We then did 2 lessons in Cirencester Park to try him off the lead to be confident of his recall and interactions with other people and dogs. He's gone from being a fearful reactive dog that I was anxious taking outside to being happy, confident and friendly - walks are a real pleasure as opposed to an ordeal. Amy has transformed my dogs behaviour.
Very professional giving good advice which has been a great help, Amy has a very pleasant attitude and is easy to talk things through with.
Amy has supported me and my dog with our training for a long time now, absolutely incredible trainer and I couldn't recommend her more!
Riversley Rd, Elmbridge, Gloucester GL2 0QU
Helen was incredible with our rescue collie Bliss. She was patient, knowledgeable and understanding. Her experience shone through and she was able to explain and show us things in a way we could understand. She is always at the end of a text message if we have any worries and that is a blessing when you’re trying to navigate dog behaviour. Bliss was always the priority in every session and you can tell how much she loves her animals. I would absolutely recommend Helen, she is brill, don’t hesitate to book with Helen if you are looking for help, direction and peace of mind. ❤️
We cannot recommend Helen enough - we first reached out to the WP when our Lab was approx. 9 months old and got kicked out of his walking pack for some behaviour and training issues. Helen is incredibly knowledgeable and you can tell she is very passionate about her job. She identified the issue and her strategies made so much sense and most importantly, they worked! You have to be consistent with the strategies and training to continue seeing long-term results but it is so worth it! We have a very happy and healthy, 2 year old goofball. We have also been using the WP in recent weeks for Helen's dog-walking services and our dog is clearly comfortable and happy in her pack!
Helen listened to my worries and helped me to understand my dog’s responses to certain situations. She was patient and gave me various strategies which have made walking my dog less stressful and given me confidence in managing her.
Helen was very personable, approachable & took the time to work with us to address a couple of issues with our (quite a big 6mth old puppy)! Jumping up & running up to other dogs, not listening to recall. She spent time with our pup & myself together at our local field & home to give us some pointers & techniques to use. We have been working on this now for a few weeks & our pup has been brill. He's doing so well just from Helen helping us to change a few techniques.highly recommend her, she's very knowledgeable & passionate about her work with our babies 🐕 🐾
The Woof Pack took on my little rescue Jack Russel called Pea and sorted me out of a tough spot where I didn't have a walker. The staff at the business are absolutely great with Pea and understand her needs - she's sensitive as a result of a rough past. I am entirely grateful for their patience, service and professionalism and would recommend them completely. Thank you.
Queen St, Cirencester GL7 1HB
We would highly recommend Simon and his training abilities and information. He is very knowledgeable in this area and really provides a lot of understanding as to why your dog is acting in a certain way and how you can change this behavior. We’re still on a journey with our dog but have seen improvement and have reached out to Simon for more support in other areas and he has been extremely responsive and helpful. He also teaches and supports in a way which is very calming and effective, opposed to past trainers we have had which were a lot more aggressive and far from how we would usually treat our dog. Would highly recommend!
Simon has been fantastic with helping us train our 18 month old Lab, the time and effort he puts in has really helped us build our confidence with training Flo at home. We finally feel like we can start enjoying our dog and that’s all thanks to Simon and his knowledge and dedication. We are looking forward to attending group classes next. Thank you Simon, we can not recommend you enough.
We can't recommend Simon highly enough. He offers a great service and our nervous barky little guard dog (mini dachshund) was transformed in front of our eyes, with easy to follow direction and ongoing support. 10/10 service.
I have just had a puppy visit from Simon, to help me establish the right start for the pup and my other dog. I want to say that I don’t have stacks of cash, and so was in two minds as to whether I could afford this. Within about 7 minutes I was thinking - if he leaves now I’ve got my moneys worth ! Simon is BRILLIANT, he is so friendly, clear and calm, and was exactly the type of reassurance and instruction I needed. The in person nature of the visit ( as opposed to the acres of conflicting info on the internet, or from well meaning friends ) brought SO much clarity, and it also made it really easy to talk through my worries as they came up, in real time, in the room. I’ve had lots of dogs in the past, but learned more of actual actionable value from a couple of hours with Simon than from decades of muddling along on my own. I’m full of encouragement and hope for the safe, fun, calm and enriching life I plan to create for me and my dogs. Money extremely well spent, this is really excellent support, and I’m so excited to start putting what Simon showed me and the dogs into practice. Book him immediately !!
We booked Simon for a two hour home visit as we were concerned our Rottweiler puppy was showing signs of aggression. Within the two hours Simon had shown us a clear plan of how to deal with this and as if by magic we instantly saw a difference in her behaviour. We have had no further issues since. We’re now enrolled in the puppy classes, which we all throughly enjoy and are benefitting from. Simon has a great way with dogs and their owners and would highly recommend him.
Welcome to your guide to the best dog trainers in Matson. This Gloucester suburb is a great place for dog owners. Finding a trainer who can help your dog be a polite companion is key. Our list focuses on professionals who use positive, modern, and effective training methods.
Whether you need a puppy class for essential socialisation, one-to-one obedience sessions to improve leash skills, or advanced training, you'll find an expert here. The trainers we list are experienced in handling the needs of dogs in the Matson area.
For more significant behavioural challenges like anxiety or reactivity, we recommend a certified dog behaviourist. These specialists, serving the Matson area, can provide detailed assessments and create a tailored behaviour modification plan to help your dog feel more secure.