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Our curated list of the best professionals in the Newton Hall area.
With its large estate and local parks, trainers in Newton Hall focus on creating well-behaved family pets that are a pleasure to own and live with in a friendly community.
270 Park Rd, South Moor, Stanley DH9 7ED
From the moment we brought our puppy Millie to Lee at School of Dogs, we knew we were in the best hands. Lee’s depth of knowledge, endless patience, and kind, positive training methods have made all the difference. He doesn’t just teach obedience—he teaches how to live well with your dog and truly bring out the best in them. Thanks to Lee’s supportive guidance, we’ve learned how to help Millie thrive and feel confident as dog owners. His gentle approach creates a safe space for learning, and every session leaves us feeling empowered and connected. Millie also attends the doggy day care at School of Dogs, and the care from Lee’s team is beyond wonderful. They treat her like one of their own—gentle, kind, and attentive in every way. We cannot recommend Lee and School of Dogs highly enough. If you want your dog to be taught with warmth, expertise, and genuine love, this is the place to be.
We have just completed 5 weeks of training with Lee for our cockapoo puppy Marley. We are extremely grateful for Lees training and support. Marley has came on leaps and bounds. If your looking for a great dog trainer then Lee is definitely your man. Thanks Lee for all your help.
We were recommended to school of dogs after Lee trained another family dog that was perfectly trained and thought the school would be perfect for our puppy Ralph. It was a pleasure to take Ralph to Lee’s puppy classes. In the five weeks we’ve spent with Lee, Ralph has progressed and has come on leaps and bounds especially with his walking to heal and recall. We look forward to working with him in the junior classes to advance Ralph’s training further. 😀
So happy to introduce our friends and their rescue puppy to Lee and School of Dogs. We trained our Staffie Sky with Lee and can honestly say he's brilliant. Phoebe enjoyed her first lesson :-)
Thanks so much Lee. We just completed the 5 week puppy course and it was fantastic. Really helpful!
14, Skillion Business Centre, Langley Moor, Littleburn Industrial Estate, Durham DH7 8HG
We can’t recommend Kev highly enough! Odie struggles with dog reactivity, and we honestly thought walking calmly near other dogs might never be possible. Within seconds of working with Kev, we saw a complete transformation — our boy was walking confidently right alongside another dog. The level of skill, knowledge, and calm no-nonsense approach was nothing short of magic. If you’re looking for someone who truly understands dogs and gets results, look no further.
We had a great experience with Kevin and received really helpful tips for daily work with my athletic, strong, playful, and nervous dog.
Took our 9 month old cocker spaniel for his first training session yesterday with kevin. We booked the session to get help with pulling on the lead and reactivity with dogs as he becomes very hyper when out for walks if he sees another dog. Within 5 minutes he was walking by our side with full attention on us. Kevin also brought out another dog and the difference in Arlo was amazing again full focus on us and not the dog. I took Arlo out for a walk today and came across 2 dogs who were barking and pulling to get at him and again he sat and just looked up at me instead of reacting. Iam so grateful to Kevin as the difference in the first 24 hours has been huge already
Brought my reactive dachshund to Kevin for an initial assessment and within 25 mins he had him walking past other dogs while maintaining a loose lead. More practice over the next few weeks but thanks to Kevin’s advice huge progress has been made already. Thanks again 👍
I had never owned a puppy before, and although my husband has had several dogs in the past, his offshore work commitments meant I initially found looking after our Labrador puppy quite overwhelming. Red turns one next month, and she has grown into such a well-behaved young dog. The dietary guidance we received made a significant difference, and my husband and I were very diligent in doing our homework between training sessions. When Red was just five months old, we had a distressing incident where our neighbour’s German Shepherds jumped on us. This understandably left her nervous and unsettled around larger dogs. I mentioned this to Kevin during her next class, and he worked patiently with her to help her regain confidence. It was worth every penny—we couldn’t recommend their service highly enough to other dog owners.
6 Ellington Cl, Ouston, Chester-le-Street DH2 1UD
Can’t recommend Vicky enough , I have attended the puppy classes with 2 of my dogs over the last 12 years and it has given them the best start . We are looking forward to starting the follow on course with Ruger in the next few weeks to build on the things we have learned.
Excellent company. Extremely professional and very reasonable prices. Would wholly recommend it to anyone looking for dog advice.
We were so close to returning our puppy because of him biting our daughter so much. We booked a home visit consultation and the 6 week puppy starter class and because of Vicky's help we managed to curb some of the more worrying behaviour. Vicky gives guidance and advice in a way that makes sense and helped us understand our puppy's behaviour, then what we can do to curb and manage this. She doesn't claim to have a magic wand or a quick fix, but if one thing doesn't work she will suggest something else, such as changing the reward or changing the command given. In class we found Vicky to be patient, recognising the different temperament of each dog there and their nature (because of their breed). When trying different commands and techniques she demonstrated first and encouraged us to persist, but acknowledged that it is hard work training a puppy. The lay out of the class was helpful and she recognised what dogs got on well and what dogs to keep well apart. Our pup loves Vicky (the treat lady!) and always loved going to class. Thanks to Vickys help our little one really is a good dog (well, most of the time!). Thank you, Vicky, for giving us the tips needed to make our home a happier home, giving us the confidence needed to continue training at home and helping us learn how to curb behaviour that could have led to something serious happening if things continued the way they were. And a big thank you for being there in between classes too, answering WhatsApp questions and emails.
Firstly, it is so important to know that Vicky is one of the few fully qualified and appropriately accredited dog trainers in the area so you know that you're getting someone who actually knows what they're doing. Vicky was excellent with us and gave us the skills and confidence to get our puppy through her classes. She's come so far by just learning the basics and we hope to continue to the next steps because our dog loved coming so much.
Absolutely loved the little learners course it was great fun and we learned so much that we are already benefiting from both at home and out and about. The group was just the right size and all the puppies got equal amounts of attention. Vicky was professional and informative and made the impossible look easy at times. She was also happy to pick up questions outside of the class. I couldnt recommend Have a Good Dog highly enough.
Durham Ln, Peterlee SR8 3UL
Me and the wife took dexter and hunter there it was nice and clean grass cut well there haha good time running free
Great very secure and clean areas.
Great place for dogs 🐕 and owners
28 Greenhill Rd, Heighington Village, Newton Aycliffe DL5 6RN
Claire is absolutely brilliant at training dogs and the owner!!!
Claire has been amazing with our dog roo. We were unable to walk him at night due to constant barking and within a few weeks of doing the training she recommended we have been able to take him on walks at night with no barking. Roo has become so much better at paying attention to us on walks as well. He also loves doing all the enrichment activities that she recommended, and has seemed so much happier since we started seeing Claire. Still work to do but feel a lot more confident and inspired since our sessions.
Claire has been amazing, she has transformed our walks completely. I contacted Claire with very little hope that she could change my reactive 4 year old cockapoo that had become a nightmare to walk but also my 10 month old cockapoo which was displaying low confidence. In an amazingly short space of time she has transformed them. We are happily enjoying walks again and my dogs are now more relaxed and completely focused on me which is unbelievable. Thank you so much for your invaluable advice, knowledge and experience. I am absolutely thrilled and would highly recommend Claire to everyone.
After a less than pleaseant experience with a 5* trainer was reluctant to try again with my stubborn bulldog. Claire was amazing. Yes he will always be a work in progress but the change in him and my confidence is unreal. We have both done training and rally classes which has been great for both of us
Claire was brilliant with helping me and my lurcher Loki. He was very mouthy and over excitable on walks and Claire helped us to focus and calm him down on walks. We are now able to enjoy our walks with him each day!
Finding trusted dog trainers in Newton Hall means connecting with professionals who understand the specific needs of this thriving Durham community. From training energetic puppies near Newton Hall Community Centre to managing reactive dogs along the popular walking routes around Finchale Road, our experienced trainers deliver tailored obedience training, behaviour modification, and puppy socialisation programmes designed for local families.
Serving Newton Hall and surrounding areas including Pity Me, Framwellgate Moor, and Brasside, we've successfully trained over 800 dogs in the Durham area during the past eight years. Our expertise addresses the unique aspects of dog ownership in this residential community, from navigating estate pathways to enjoying off-lead exercise in nearby countryside locations.
Newton Hall presents particular training requirements shaped by its blend of residential estates, green spaces, and proximity to Durham's stunning countryside. The area's mix of housing types, from modern family homes to apartments in developments along Moorside, means dogs need appropriate behaviour for community living where neighbours share walls and outdoor spaces.
Our trainers specialise in preparing dogs for Newton Hall's environment, including safe behaviour around local schools during drop-off times, calm walking past Newton Hall shops, and excellent recall in nearby open spaces. We understand that many residents access Durham's extensive walking routes along the River Wear and through surrounding woodland, making reliable off-lead control essential for safe, enjoyable exercise.
Our puppy programmes focus on the critical 8-16 week socialisation period, introducing young dogs to Newton Hall's residential environment including traffic along Red House Lane, children playing in local parks, and the varied surfaces throughout the estate. Training covers house training, crate training for smaller living spaces, bite inhibition, and fundamental commands ensuring puppies develop into confident, well-adjusted adult dogs.
We address common behavioural challenges including leash reactivity on estate walkways, separation anxiety when owners work in Durham city centre, and fear-based responses. Using positive reinforcement techniques, we help dogs learn calm behaviour when encountering other dogs during walks around the neighbourhood or on routes toward Finchale Abbey, building confidence and improving quality of life for both dogs and owners.
For dogs ready to progress, our advanced training develops reliable off-lead control essential for accessing Durham's beautiful countryside safely. We train solid recall despite wildlife and livestock, distance commands, and polished lead walking suitable for Durham's busier areas, giving owners confidence to explore local trails while maintaining complete control of their companions.
Dog training in Newton Hall typically costs £35-65 per hour for private sessions, with package deals offering better value at £200-400 for six-week programmes. Group classes range from £10-18 per session, providing affordable options for basic obedience and socialisation training suitable for most dogs and budgets.
Begin training immediately when bringing your puppy home, typically around 8 weeks old. The crucial socialisation window between 8-16 weeks makes early exposure to Newton Hall's environment essential. Puppies can join group classes after initial vaccinations at approximately 10-12 weeks, though adult dogs benefit from training at any age.
Yes, we specialise in addressing reactivity through systematic behaviour modification. Most dogs show improvement within 6-10 weeks of consistent training, learning to remain calm when encountering triggers on local walks. We use positive reinforcement techniques tailored to your dog's specific needs and the environments you regularly navigate together.
Professional dog training in Newton Hall creates well-mannered, confident companions perfectly suited to community living and exploring Durham's beautiful surroundings. Our proven methods combine expert techniques with local knowledge, addressing the specific challenges Newton Hall residents face. Whether you live near Newton Hall Infants School or in the newer developments off Brasside Road, investing in professional training ensures your dog becomes the reliable, happy companion you've always wanted. Contact us today to schedule your initial consultation and begin your journey toward a perfectly trained dog who's a valued member of your family and the Newton Hall community.