Testimonials
'Alpha Puppy classes are organised,professional but warm and friendly. The positive techniques are incredibly helpful for owners and puppy and most important, Gatsby enjoys them thoroughly,and so has learnt everything quickly and easily. Practical assistance and advice is always offered and I found the suggested homework assignments particularly helpful to keep you motivated for the rest of the week. You are inspired to enjoy your puppy so much more.'
Sarah owner of Gatsby a Golden Retreiver.
'You helped us so much with Rusty and he has become a great dog just as you predicted. When we first got him from Battersea he jumped up constantly and couldn't even understand "sit", and I cried because I thought he was going to bite the children! He has turned out to be very trainable and very affectionate. I kept in mind that you said he'll be the perfect dog for your family in a few months.- You gave us the confidence to give him a chance. Thank you so much.'
Anne owner of Rusty a crossbreed from Battersea Dog's Home
"Karen's thoughtful and intelligent approach to dog training puts to rest any old fashioned notions of the stereotypical trainer barking orders. She is always encouraging and has a fresh approach that focuses on rewarding rather than punishing."
Beth Goodridge 'Nanny' to Bracken a Flat coat Rertreiver
'I don't know if you remember me but I came to your classes in Kingston from January till about August with Tilly - 8 week old chocolate labrador puppy?? I have been meaning to email you for ages to say how absolutely fantastic the classes you offer were. I have been scanning your website to see whether you were going to do the Bronze kennel Club award but nothing came up so I ended up doing it with a local club.... and shall I tell you something... your classes... your organisation.... the tasks you get the dogs to do.... your manner... not to mention other numerous qualities by far, and I mean by far. superceeds what I have recently experienced. I so wish you had done the Bronze... I honestly don't think I have learnt anything new in the last 8 weeks. Anyway Karen many thanks for everything you provided Tilly with in those sessions...they were just fab...thank you so much...please keep me informed should you be offering any other courses as I would be very interested.'
Excerpt from an email sent from Cathy owner of Tilly a Chocolate Lab
‘Highly enjoyable, extremely professional, very well organised, and very friendly and constructive.’
Paul owner of Charlie a beagle.
‘Funfilled and effective tuition with excellent presentation. Transformed my naughty toy dog into a ‘genius’ student always looking forward to the next lesson!’
Inessa owner of Romeo a pug.
‘Murphy (a very bouncy cocker spaniel) and I thoroughly enjoyed the Puppy Socialisation Class. We learnt so much more than just training. There was always a warm welcome, sound advice and tips on any concerns I had along the way. But most important each class was fun for the owners and the dogs.’
Michelle owner of Murphy a cocker spaniel.
Enrolled on and completed successfully both the foundation and Bronze CGCDS awards. Will be starting the silver award next. This course was a necessity for my dog. A must do course for all dog owners.
Owner of Turbo (nkc aba), American Bulldog.
‘The greatest benefit I got from this course was teaching my dog with lots of other people and dogs around. Teaching my puppy down has been a great help.
Rod ownerof Misha a German Shepard cross.
