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Dog Raising Paw
121 DOG TRAINING

Dog Training in
South East London


Struggling with pulling, recall, or focus outside?
I help you and your dog build calm,
reliable behaviour in real-life situations.

Based in Deptford • Former Battersea Dogs & Cats Home trainer

​How I Can Help
You & Your Dog

Free 15-minute call slots available

Not sure where to start?
Free 15-Minute Consultation

Book a consultation and get clear, practical next steps for your dog’s training.

What to Expect from
Dog Training Sessions

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First Session - We look at your dog’s lifestyle, behaviour, and your goals, and start putting the first foundations in place.

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Training Plan - I create a structured plan focused on the behaviours we need to work on and how to apply them in real-life situations.

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Practical - We put the plan into practice, focusing on communication, engagement, and consistency.
 

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Training Notes- You receive clear notes after each session so you can practise correctly and keep your training consistent.

Puppy Training (for puppies under 6 months)

Start with the right foundations now to prevent problems later.

puppy

Single Session - £70

Best for: Support on one specific behaviour or follow-up sessions

Your Single Session includes:

1 × 1-hour training session (in person, at your place and outside)

Notes after the session ​​

Is your puppy:

Mouthing, biting, or constantly over-excited?​

Having accidents or lacking a clear toilet routine?​

Crying in the crate or unable to settle?​

✓ Ignoring their name or easily distracted outside?

Already pulling on the lead?

We’ll work on:

Core foundation skills

✓ Crate training & calm settling (done properly, without distress)​

✓ Toilet training structure & routine​

✓ Bite inhibition & appropriate play​

✓ Engagement and focus on you​

✓ Recall foundations ​

✓ Loose lead walking​

✓ Structured socialisation ​

Clinical handling

Starter Package - £200

Best for: Building strong foundations from the start

3 × 1-hour training sessions (in person, at your place and outside)

Notes after each session for practice between sessions

WhatsApp and email support between sessions​​​

Your Training Package includes:

Complete Package - £390

Best for: Working on progression and generalising behaviours

Your Training Package includes:

6 × 1-hour training sessions (in person, at your place and outside)

Notes after each session for practice between sessions

WhatsApp and email support between sessions​​

Cancellation policy:

Cancellations or rescheduling are free of charge with at least 48 hours’ notice. 

Adolescent & Adult Dog Training 

As dogs grow, habits become more established. With the right structure, I help you build calmer, more reliable behaviour.

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Single Session - £70

Best for: Support on one specific behaviour or follow-up sessions

Your Single Session includes:

1 × 1-hour training session (in person, at your place and outside)

Notes after the session ​​

Is your dog:

Strong lead pulling​​

✓ Recall doesn’t hold up in real-life situations​

✓ Over-arousal (unable to switch off or disengage)​

✓ Ignoring cues outside ​

✓ Frustration or reactivity on walks

✓ Lack of impulse control

We’ll work on:

✓ Loose lead walking without constant pulling

✓ Reliable recall with increasing distractions

✓ Engagement and focus outdoors​

✓ Self-regulation and impulse control ​​

✓ Reducing over-arousal and improving calmness

Starter Package - £200

Best for: Focusing on one or two key areas

3 × 1-hour training sessions (in person, at your place and outside)

Notes after each session for practice between sessions

WhatsApp and email support between sessions​​​

Your Training Package includes:

Complete Package - £390

Best for: Working on multiple behaviours and generalising them

Your Training Package includes:

6 × 1-hour training sessions (in person, at your place and outside)

Notes after each session for practice between sessions

WhatsApp and email support between sessions​​

Cancellation policy:

Cancellations or rescheduling are free of charge with at least 48 hours’ notice. 

Rescue & Newly Adopted Dog Training

As a former dog trainer at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, I help rescue dogs build confidence, structure, and stability over time.

Rescue Dog

Single Session - £70

Best for: Support on one specific behaviour or follow-up sessions

Your Single Session includes:

1 × 1-hour training session (in person, at your place and outside)

Notes after the session ​​

Is your dog:

✓ Struggling to settle or switch off at home?

✓ Easily overwhelmed outdoors (pulling, constantly scanning)

✓ Unsure or reactive around people, dogs, or noises

✓ Low in engagement or struggling to focus?​​

✓ Lacking confidence in new environments?

We’ll work on:

✓ Helping your dog settle and decompress at home​​

✓ Clear routines to reduce uncertainty

✓ Building trust and connection with you​

✓ Gradual, structured exposure to the outside world​

✓ Handling real-life situations without increasing stress

Starter Package - £200

Best for: Setting structure and understanding your dog

3 × 1-hour training sessions (in person, at your place and outside)

Notes after each session for practice between sessions

WhatsApp and email support between sessions​​​

Your Training Package includes:

Complete Package - £390

Best for: Building steady progress over time

Your Training Package includes:

6 × 1-hour training sessions (in person, at your place and outside)

Notes after each session for practice between sessions

WhatsApp and email support between sessions​​

Cancellation policy:

Cancellations or rescheduling are free of charge with at least 48 hours’ notice. 

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Need more hands-on support?

Training walks provide structured, hands-on practice to reinforce your dog’s training and help build more reliable behaviour.

Ideal for:

✓ Busy owners

✓ Building consistency between sessions

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Dog Training Areas Covered in South East London

I offer one-to-one, positive reinforcement dog training across South East London, working with puppies and adult dogs in Deptford, Greenwich, Blackheath, Lewisham, Peckham, Dulwich, and many surrounding areas. If your area isn’t listed below, feel free to get in touch, and I’ll let you know if I can help.

Areas covered include:

SE8 Deptford
SE4 Brockley
SE10 Greenwich
SE14 New Cross
SE13 Lewisham

© 2023 by Gio and the Dogs. 

    SE15 Peckham
    SE3 Blackheath
    SE5 Camberwell
    SE6 Catford
    SE22 East Dulwich

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