Classes And Workshops
Puppy
Graduate
CDTA Puppy Graduate is a programme designed for individuals seeking to acquire the skills to train their puppies in fundamental techniques necessary for their development into well-balanced dogs.
Socialise your puppy and acquire the essential training skills required to nurture the newest addition to your family.
Classes, Clubs and Workshops
Join our positive, practical training at Cardiff Dog Training Academy. We offer Lifeskills Workshops on Recall and Lead Manners, Reactive Dog Classes, and fun sessions at our weekly club.
Looking for mental stimulation? Try our Intro to Scentwork and regular Scentwork classes—perfect for all dogs.
Fun, effective, and reward-based training for real life. Subscribe our newsletter to keep up to date with our programs.
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Private Tutoring
1 hour private training
Benefit from the focused attention of private training sessions, tailored to address your dog's specific needs. Whether you're seeking guidance on pre-adoption considerations, refining particular behaviours, or mastering commands, our one-to-one consultations offer personalised instruction. Additionally, all our workshops are available for booking as one-hour private tutoring sessions, providing tailored guidance to meet your training goals. We cover various areas across Cardiff, Penarth, Caerphilly and Pontypridd.
Behavioural
Consultation
Our Dog Behavioural Consultation service offers expert guidance to address issues like barking, aggression, and anxiety. With the help of our experienced trainers, you’ll uncover underlying causes of your dog's behaviour and understand their communication signals. Utilising empathetic, science-based techniques, we tailor a plan to address your dog's needs. At the heart of our approach is the partnership between you and your dog, built on trust, bond, and respect. We cover various areas across Cardiff, Penarth, Caerphilly and Pontypridd.
Reactive Dogs 1 to 1
Our experienced trainers will work closely with you and your dog to develop a personalised training plan that addresses the specific triggers and behaviours causing reactivity, whether your dog struggles with barking, lunging, pulling, biting, chasing or other reactive behaviours.
Our goal is to help you build a strong foundation of trust and communication with your dog, while also teaching practical techniques for managing and modifying reactive behaviour. We cover various areas across Cardiff, Penarth, Caerphilly and Pontypridd.
Where we studied
We're dedicated to staying informed and continually improving our skills in dog training. Our team regularly engages in education and training to increase their expertise. Through our commitment to science-based, non-aversive methods, we provide the highest quality of care for you and your dog. Proudly, we've studied with the following esteemed institutions:
About Cardiff Dog Training Academy
At CDTA, our aim is to provide the ultimate dog training experience for both you and your beloved companion. We're not just trainers – we're lifelong learners, continuously honing our skills through courses and classes to ensure we remain at the forefront of our field.
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Passionate about utilising the most advanced and science-based training techniques available, our core values revolve around fear-free, ethical, and relationship-centered practices. This ensures that every interaction with your dog is a positive one. We employ methods such as the Cognitive Zooanthropologic Approach, Behavioural Adjustment Training (BAT), and Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive (LIMA) training to promote a deep understanding of your dog's emotions and needs.
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At the heart of our approach is the belief that emotions matter – for both dogs and humans. We strive to cultivate secure attachments, reinforce positive behaviours, and foster clear communication, laying the foundation for a joyful and harmonious relationship with your furry friend.
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Our range of classes provides opportunities for both learning and socialisation. From puppy and life skills classes, ideal for fostering socialisation in young dogs and teaching owners the essentials of training, to specialised programmes like Scentwork and out training club, and workshops to address specific areas, we offer something for every dog and owner.
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For those seeking personalised attention, our 1-to-1 training sessions offer the perfect solution. Whether it's addressing specific behaviour issues, introducing your dog to a new sport or providing in-depth behavioural assessments, our experienced trainers are here to help you.
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