Your friendly, qualified dog trainer in Leatherhead

I'm Cathy
, and I provide fun, effective, games-based dog training for owners in Leatherhead

I believe that training should be a joy, not a chore. My positive, modern methods are designed to build a brilliant bond between you and your dog.

As your local trainer, I travel to you in Leatherhead. We can work on your specific challenges in the environment where they actually happen.

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Real-world training for your Leatherhead owners

My private One-to-One sessions are perfect for tackling any challenge. We can create a plan to help you:

Build a fast, reliable recall for peace of mind on walks.
Stop your dog from pulling on the lead, even in busy areas.
Practice a calm “settle” for visits to a local café or pub by the river.

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A tailored plan for your unique dog

We’ll use simple, fun games to build focus, calm, and a dog that truly wants to listen to you. My positive approach is perfect to:

Help your adolescent or rescue dog build confidence and focus.
Get your new puppy started off on the right paw.

What Leatherhead owners say

Patient, knowledgeable, with immediate results
Cathy has recently come to our home to help with our Romanian rescue dog Edna… We were able to put her training into action immediately.

Amanda, Epsom

Terrier, One-to-One Session

Super impressed with great tips
We have been super impressed with Cathy who has given us some great tips and drills to work on with Olive! …can already see some great progression.

Tim, Ewell, Epsom

Jackapoo, One-to-One Session

Fantastic tailor-made training sessions
Absolutely fantastic training sessions for our young staffy puppy. I highly recommend getting lessons from Cathy. All tailor made for your dog.

Ian, Epsom

Staffy, One-to-One Session

Calmed down the barking
…slowly but surely Reilly has stopped barking at the door. He would literally go berserk if anyone was near our door and now it’s a calm and quiet household.

Sharon, Ewell, Epsom

Cavapoo, One-to-One Session

Couldn't get through without her
I honestly do not know how would of got through some weeks without her on hand… we have a different calm pup.

Carley, London

Cocker Spaniel, One-to-One Session

Why choose me for your dog training?

As a qualified, certified, and experienced local trainer, my passion is helping owners build a brilliant life with their dogs right here in Epsom and Surrey. I use the most up-to-date, kind, and effective methods, drawing from world-class expertise like AbsoluteDogs and the IMDT. Plus, as a dog mum to Pixel the Chihuahua and Rocket the Cocker Spaniel, I understand the journey you're on!