Question: What training style do you use?
Answer: We are using the reward based training technique. We are complient with ABTC and Kennel Club codes of conduct and follow LIFE model (Least Inhibitive, Functionally effective) (E. J. Fernandez 2023). While we do not completely ignore bad behaviours, our training methods are based on positive reinforcement. Out training programms do not include using aversive tools like E-collars, slip leads or any other outdated physical punishment methods. Studies suggest that the reward based training is significantly more efficient and less stressful for animals compared to aversive methods.
Q: My dog doesn’t require the whole course. Can you help with tailored training and what would be the price?
A: We understand not all dogs require the full course. There is an option to have 1-2 training sessions to tackle some specific needs/commands.
Initial appointment/assessment session/lesson 1 will cost £99. Follow up (if required) – £65-75 depending on what is required.
Q: How long does a session last?
A: The initial appointment/assessment may take up to 1.5 hour. It depends on the situation. The session will not end until your instructor finishes the assessment and provides you with advices/exercises to enable you to start.
Outdoor sessions will take 45 minutes – 1 hour depending on a dog. Sometimes it is worthy to finish earlier if the dog works well. We always stop on the highest point.
Q: Will my dog be fully trained after the course?
A: No. Dog training is an ongoing process. In our practice, the aim is to train you as a dog owner to empower and enable you to train your dog on your own. We provide with education, knowledge and practical tools for you to continue when your instructor is not around and maintain your healthy human-dog relationships during all dog’s life.
Q: What is your experience?
A: Dog Training Planet was founded in 1992. Training experience is around 40 years working with all range of dogs from duty/service – Police and Army dogs – to companion dogs.
Q: Where the training sessions take place?
A: Wimbledon Common for Londoners as it provides a variety of different training places from very quiet to very busy.
If you are based in Surrey, we may do lessons in Leatherhead, Wisley (Wisley Common), Norbury Park, Epsom/Ashtead Common.
Zoom or Teams meetings available if you leave outside of our catchment area.
Q: What is your success rate?
A: This question doesn’t have an answer as the measurement criteria differs from client to client and the trainer. Dogs are different, the same applies to their owners. There is a full range of issues they may experience, different environment, nature and nurture, genetics etc. We also may see success differently. How would anyone be able to calculate the success rate in these settings? But if you do not start working with your dog, the issues will always become worse 100%.
Q: Do you train non castrated dogs?
A: Yes, of course.