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Top 5 Dog Trainers in Pontardawe

Our curated list of the best professionals in the Pontardawe area.

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With its riverside walks and surrounding hills, trainers in Pontardawe are experts at teaching dogs to be well-behaved on countryside adventures.

Our Top Choice for Pontardawe

Profile of Dawg'z Life

Dawg'z Life

IBK9 Verified

2 Arthur Terrace, Pontardawe, Swansea SA8 4HE

(4 Reviews)
Behavioural Puppy Class
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What customers are saying about Dawg'z Life

Mark Lewis ★★★★★
06 Aug 2023

Thanks to Craig my five month old labrador cross collie is showing me that its me that needs training. It's all about staying calm and being patient.

R King ★★★★★
11 Oct 2021

We approached Craig for help with our rescue dog who'd become a bit reactive after an altercation with another dog. We've had a few sessions with Craig now and he's awesome! Really nice guy and very patient. He really knows his stuff, is personable, reliable and punctual, and most importantly, we've seen a huge improvement in our dog since we started with him and this is improving week by week! Since the pandemic, we were unable to find anybody who'd actually come out and train with us out "in the field", which I think is essential for help and support with anyone with a reactive dog as your confidence goes, but Craig met us in person from the very first session onwards. Thoroughly recommend for all of your dog training and behavioural needs!

Alison Parsons ★★★★★
06 Nov 2019

Absolutely fantastic, Craig set us on the right track to be able to get the most out of our Pup. Thank you.

Leaine Hickey ★★★★★
19 Mar 2019

Amazing

Profile of Wendy's Dog Training

Wendy's Dog Training

IBK9 Verified

8 Nicholas Rd, Glais, Swansea SA7 9HA

(2 Reviews)
Agility Obedience
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What customers are saying about Wendy's Dog Training

Nicola Marchesi ★★★★★
10 Feb 2023

Wendy is an amazing dog trainer she is helping both of my dogs and my sons rescue dog.She has a great way with dogs and is so patient and understanding.Can't thank her enough for her help and advice.Looking forward to puppy classes for our new pup.Also her prices are very reasonable would highly recommended her.

Steph Morgan ★★★★★
15 Oct 2021

Whether you're looking for reasonably priced puppy classes, one-to-one obedience sessions or practical, needs based training for a behavioural issue, call Wendy. I have personally used Wendy's services with my own puppies/dogs for the past 12 years, as well as my fosters who come with varied and often traumatic backgrounds. Wendy assesses each dog she works with and then works with you to reach the goals you set for your pack. She has the patience of a Saint and has never quit on any dog, applying her vast knowledge of animal psychology and reward-based, compassionate training methods to every situation and sticking with it until you get the results you need. All of this for a lower fee than any other trainer I've found, with the additional benefit of offering fun-filled Holiday Care in her home, so your Doggo doesn't have to stay with strangers if you go away! Wendy will always be the go-to Trainer for my pack, and I always recommend her to anyone with a dog and the common sense to train it!

Profile of Best Paw Forward

Best Paw Forward

IBK9 Verified

Unit 1, Alloy Court, Pontardawe, Industrial Estate, Swansea SA8 4HR

(78 Reviews)
Puppy Class
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What customers are saying about Best Paw Forward

Adam Williams ★★★★★
18 May 2025

Amy ★★★★★
03 Apr 2025

Excellent customer service, staff were very accommodating. We have a nervous pet whom doesn't get on with other animals and the ladies at best paw forward toke this into consideration. The staff were very helpful and advisable. As this was our boys first time being groomed, we were a little apprehensive but the staff put our minds at easy with a message to say he was absolutely brilliant and seeing his little tail wagging on our return was lovely. A lovely experience.

Hayley Jones ★★★★★
01 Apr 2025

Just been to have my dog's nails cut. Absolutely fantastic job. She's usually extremely stressed having this done but we were in and out in less than 5 minutes. Would highly recommend 🙂

Sue Newman ★★★★★
09 Mar 2025

Always a good experience. Been using Best Paw forward for years. Top service for my dogs

Jemima Briars ★★★★★
07 Mar 2025

Profile of Barking Glad Dog Training

Barking Glad Dog Training

IBK9 Verified

King Edward Rd, Tairgwaith, Ammanford SA18 1YD

(6 Reviews)
1-to-1 Sessions
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What customers are saying about Barking Glad Dog Training

Judith Ivey ★★★★☆
21 Mar 2024

Alan Williams ★★★★★
01 Oct 2021

Really good puppy training classes. Learned so much and had so much fun.

Sara Atterton-Caine ★★★★★
06 Jul 2021

When we rehomed our 2-year old Springer Spaniel we were told by his handler never to let him off the lead as he would 'just go' and would 'never learn recall'. Having known Janet for a while, I trusted her methods and ability so booked him in for a 2-part recall class. Even after the first session we saw a marked improvement. We were given a variety of tips and games to play which encouraged his reactions to coming back to us. We were given clear and concise instruction with how to handle him, as well as homework and handouts to continue the training 'at home'. Two years on and Finley is let off the lead in almost all settings, and 9 out of 10 times (sometimes the birds are just more interesting) he will come back immediately when he is called. Let's face it, he is still a Springer and Janet isn't a miracle worker! No, actually she is - because he needed just TWO sessions. Not two months, not two years, just two sessions to break the habit and re-train his behaviour - and if he needed more, Janet would've helped. Whatever your dog issue, if you're prepared to listen, and prepared to do the work with your dog - Janet will help fix it. She is understanding, she offers the correct and up to date training methods, and she will go above and beyond to help you get the best out of your dog, because she really cares.

Fiona Ross ★★★★★
29 Jun 2021

I don't have a dog but would highly recommend Barking Glad as Janet is kind caring knowledgeable & will want the very best for you and your dog. She was my WW consultant.

Jessica Bull ★★★★★
28 Jun 2021

Janet is just brilliant. We went to see her with our very nervous rescue dog and she helped so much - her classes were fun and interactive, and she was always willing to help and answer our questions even outside of class. We had even tried a training class before, which didn't work, but after Janet's class our dog's recall was brilliant!

Profile of Trebanos Hounds

Trebanos Hounds

IBK9 Verified

Focus on building a strong, positive bond with your dog.

(58 Reviews)
Obedience
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What customers are saying about Trebanos Hounds

Finding Your Ideal Dog Trainer in Pontardawe

Welcome to your guide to the best dog trainers in Pontardawe. This Swansea Valley town 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 Pontardawe area.

For more significant behavioural challenges like anxiety or reactivity, we recommend a certified dog behaviourist. These specialists, serving the Pontardawe area, can provide detailed assessments and create a tailored behaviour modification plan to help your dog feel more secure.

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