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Our curated list of the best professionals in the Smithton area.
With its local parks and strong community feel, trainers in Smithton focus on creating well-behaved family pets that are a pleasure to own and live with.
32 Tarradale Pl, Inverness IV2 6FZ
I can’t thank Brian enough for his guidance, patience, and expertise. He has helped us build Buddy’s obedience and turned our walks into something we both love. Before starting the 12-week program, my golden retriever was extremely reactive, and pulled on the lead. I struggled to walk him, and it was a daily challenge. Now, after completing the program, he heels beautifully by my side, and doesn’t react to other dog. We enjoy peaceful, stress-free walks together. The transformation has been incredible.
I would highly recommend this training service. I feel like I am seeing the light after a struggle with my reactive dog thanks to the help and support from Brian and the team. Very approachable trainers.
Where to begin??? My big (and he's huge) black lab Baxter couldn't set sight on any other dog without reacting. LOUD barking and lunging to the point where I would drive miles to the middle of nowhere to walk him as my anxiety was through the roof and I didn't want to risk meeting another dog. Then I got in touch with T.P.K.T. They tailored a block of sessions to our needs which we are just over half way through. The difference in Baxter is unreal, today for example, at a session, we were in the park with 2 other dogs and he was lying down just watching them do their thing!!!! At an earlier session we actually walked alongside another dog!!!! We still have wee blips but like I said we are only half way through. The big difference is I now have more confidence to walk him in well known dog walking areas. Brian's knowledge and understanding of dogs is quite incredible and I can't thank him enough for the progress so far!!! Long story short..... don't think twice about booking T.P.K.T
We started working with Teachers Pet when our puppy was about 6 months old. We have a Great Dane puppy who can certainly be a handful and Brian has been excellent to work with. As well as training our dog it is training us as owners so we can achieve our ideal results. They have access to great facilities and the training has been very clear and we have seen great progress almost instantly. We're very excited to reach the end of our course and believe that we will have a well mannered and obedient dog.
We’re almost half way through our training plan at the moment and we are already impressed with the progress we have made in such a small amount of time. Brian’s knowledge and expertise are first class, his advice and guidance has really helped not just train buddy, but train us as his owners. We’re very grateful we came across Teachers Pet K9 Training and would highly recommend the company to anyone looking for help with training their dogs.
Sir Walter Scott Dr., Inverness IV2 3BW
I recently did a webinar with Yvonne on Fireworks and collies. Yvonne was very helpful and full of advice which I am going to try with my own collie.
First-class! Yvonne’s support in helping us begin to desensitise our adorable but nervous little Collie girl, is wonderful. Less than a week into the process, and she is already less reactive to some of the trigger sounds that were just changing her personality in a heart-beat, (including fireworks, the noise of young children playing, and alarms). So distressing for us, and Yvonne’s pragmatic, personalised approach has given us real optimism that we can make this little dog’s life even more complete. I’m very impressed.
I joined a Fireworks webinar with Yvonne in early August 2025 which was scheduled several months before Bonfire Night to enable us to use the tools she gave us to work with well ahead of the night itself. Yvonne gave generously of her time during the webinar and since then has provided materials for us to use. We can also contact her for ongoing support, if required. Thank you, Yvonne.
Wonderful trainer! Kind, patient, and effective with positive reinforcement. Highly recommend 🐾
Just shared a very interesting presentation by Yvonne, The Collie Whisperer. This lady obviously knows dogs, and especially collies, very well. Yvonne has provided a programme to follow to desensitise my collie before bonfire night. It sounds fairly easy to follow 🤞. I’ll start tomorrow. Thanks Yvonne
9 Farley, Inverness, Beauly IV4 7AF
Highly recommended
unit 2, 33 Harbour Rd, Inverness IV1 1UA
Returning customer to my favourite pet shop! This is a fantastic business - the service is wonderful, so welcoming, friendly and helpful and always have time to make a fuss of my dog. Their stock selection for treat paste and pate flavours is fantastic (and not something I have ever found elsewhere!). Such a wonderful toy selection - excellent value prices and always have different toys and items when visiting making it as fun for the dog as it for me 😊 Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Amazing pet shop! The most friendly and helpful staff! My cats love the cat food
Good customer service 👍
This business is amazing! I have been going here for a long time now for the choice of healthy products but mainly the staff! They are friendly, welcoming and more importantly very knowledgeable. I recently had to change my brand of dog food from an online tailored brand to a new one because my dog stopped eating it after many years. The company had had issues with suppliers but failed to mention this to the customers till after they had rectified it. One visit to this store and he is now on a senior version of highland hounds which he loves! I was given the advice on changing over and also the dilution of water so he still had a crunch, right down to how his toilets should look! All things I had taken for granted were all fine on his previous food I think he is now a happier dog and his coat and I think his waistline is looking better for it!!! I will be going in at the weekend to purchase a big bag as I now know this is the food for him. I cannot praise this shop highly enough they truly care about the wellbeing and health of animals and this shines through when you go in.
Do you have a canine pal at home? Fancy giving them a treat? Look no further. A cave of nasty smelling wonders awaits, a cornucopia of chewable delicacies, each one lovingly hacked off something dead. The latest in fashion, from collars to leads. Harnesses to blankets. Beds to fluffy toys to tear apart and more. My dog loves a visit. I'm sure yours will too.
Alburn, 2b Drummond Road, Inverness IV2 4NA
Fantastic training and behaviour advice from Raymond. Would highly recommend.
We had several training sessions with Ray for my dogs lead walking issues and he improved massively with the help and tips from Ray! Would highly recommend!
I had a session with Mike today and all i can say is amazing. He was brilliant at listening to my issues with my dog and has given me the confidence to continue with the training and i mean training in the right way. No more apps, you tubes videos or other trainers. He really listened and he was very honest with me about my relationship with my dog. The practical work we did was daunting to start with but he showed me how easy it can be if i am shown the correct skills for a very knowledgeable, experienced trainer. I also have the safety net if rrquiwred ro be able to contact hom in the future if i am struggling with any of it. I definitely do not feel left alone after the session like i have done from previous trainers. I wish i had contacted him a very long time ago. 100% would recommend contacting him for any problems or training issues
We have had 2 sessions with Ray and the improvement in our pups behaviour is huge . As well as general training ,Ray was able to demonstrate how to improve specific problem behaviours we had In the house. We were able to practice these activities with Ray present to ensure we responded correctly .
Welcome to your guide to the best dog trainers in Smithton. This Inverness 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 Smithton area.
For more significant behavioural challenges like anxiety or reactivity, we recommend a certified dog behaviourist. These specialists, serving the Smithton area, can provide detailed assessments and create a tailored behaviour modification plan to help your dog feel more secure.