Training For Success
Wonderwoofsdogs is one of the most trusted professional trainers in Norfolk. Established in 2012 I’ve been helping dogs and their owners understand each other better and to live together in perfect harmony. Wonderwoofsdogs offers a range of fabulous options for puppy training, life skills, behaviour modification, and Mantrailing and scent work. We only train using positive, motivational methods never using fear or pain. We base our training on solid scientific and up to date studies. Courses are available both on line and face to face, so distance is no barrier to learning together. Contact me for peace of mind for you and your animals.
Satisfied Owners. Happier Pets.
TESTIMONIALS
I think you realise, Alison, that Zoschia and I would have parted company some time ago if I didn't have your guidance, training and support. You have inspired confidence in myself.....and shown we can make progress.
Rose
First time Dog Owner
German Shepherd
Zoschia
Thanks for giving me the guidance, it's amazing how going about things the right way changes his approach. He has really enjoyed all his little training sessions and gets really excited when he thinks we are going into the garden to do something. I think its all really good for our relationship.
Barbara
Rescue Border Collie Owner
Dan
If it wasn't for Alison's loving, inventive and personalised reward based training and her sanity saving agility lessons, I would have given up with my Border Collie many times over. Alison cared for me as much as my dog and she made me feel I was part of a team with her to succeed - which we did. You don't just get a trainer with Alison, you and your dog get a lifetime's investment.
Nicky
Border Collie Owner
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Who Am I ?
WHY YOU CAN FEEL CONFIDENT ABOUT CHOOSING ME AS YOUR TRAINER
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My name is Alison Burns and I'm the founder and trainer of Wonderwoofsdogs. Growing up with Spaniels and now having Border Collies and cross breeds I've got a wide breadth of dog experience.
I left University with an Honours Degree in education and have been teaching in some capacity or other for over 35 years; I am always searching for new and better ways to train dogs and to help owners resolve issues that occur. I am enrolled with the the School of Canine Science who offer me constant challenges to improve and learn from current scientific studies and research.
My own dogs compete at a high level of agility and we can be found most weekends running round courses, getting out of breath and generally having great fun.
I train at least twice a week for agility with a member of the British Agility team and a top class Agility Club GB trainer so that we can keep up to date and well skilled.
My retired dogs are now very engaged with scent work, which uses their enormous skill set of nose work and brain power. It means they can still learn and feel mentally stimulated without such physical exertion.
We train with the World Scent Dog Association with whom I am an accredited trainer and judge.
I am a registered Mantrailing UK Instructor helping to train pet dogs to find the fun in finding missing people
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Let's Work Together
WHAT I OFFER YOU AND YOUR PETS
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Puppy Classes
Puppy classes at Wonderwoofsdogs offer the perfect opportunity for you to learn how to teach your puppy all the lifeskills and habits that will lead to a well mannered, confident dog. You can expect to learn loose lead walking, sit and stay, recall games, house manners, settle down, confidence around other dogs and people, as well as toy play, scent work and information on safe travelling, feeding, grooming tips and much much more. All puppy classes use positive reinforcement and lessons are taught through games and fun. Classes are supported with videos and handouts so the whole family can have fun and be involved
ALSO AVAILABLE ON LINE IN THE WONDERWOOFSDOGS ONLINE TRAINING CLUB
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Behaviour Consultations
Wonderwoofsdogs offer 1:1 behaviour consultations to help you with any issues that are creating tension or challenges for you and your dog. Whether its a problem with resource guarding, lack of confidence around dogs or people, poor recall or even if your dog just needs the basics because they have come to you from a rescue setting. We can work as a team using my positive, modern training plans to help overcome your dog's behaviour problems.
Agility
Agility training is available for any dog and handler, dogs of all ages, breed and size, my main focus is on safety and fun. All training is appropriately aimed to suit each individual dog and handler. I offer 1:1 lessons as well as small groups and even on line foundation activities so you can get started at home !
Wonderwoofsdogs has a fabulous, fully fenced all weather agility arena and top class equipment.
Owners should be aware though that agility is addictive!
THE FACE TO FACE AGILITY SCHOOL IS CURRENTLY CLOSED BUT YOU CAN STILL JOIN THE FUN
AGILITY FOUNDATION GAMES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN OUR ONLINE TRAINING CLUB
Scentwork Classes
Teach your dog the skills used by sniffer dog handlers to detect and show you where tiny hidden objects are.
Using your dog's amazing powers of sniffing to find and fetch scented articles.
This is the perfect way to exercise your dog's mind and body, to provide your dog with the best opportunity to do what he loves best.
Wonderwoofsdogs has a fantastic scent training hub with amazing resources.
Never look for your car keys again, you can train your dog to do it for you !
SCENTWORK CLASSES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN OUR ONLINE TRAINING CLUB
On Line Courses
Join in one of our fabulous on line courses to learn at your own pace in the comfort of your own home. Wonderwoofsdogs on line courses are available as stand alone or even better value in our Training Club bundle. Take your time and love learning new skills. There's a wide range of skills to learn from
One and Only Recall
Wonderful Walkies
Scentwork for Beginners
Puppy Classes
Come And Play, Perfect Recall for dogs that love to hunt and chase
Feisty Fido, for excited meet and greeters
Delectable Door Manners, for the door bargers and jumpers
Boundary Games for the counter surfers, mealtime pests and guest annoyers (you know the kind of things I mean)
Agility Foundation Skills
Boredom Busters
Puppy Parenting Videos
All supported by me from the comfort of your own home, whenever you need it.
ALL OF THESE ARE IN OUR TOP VALUE BUNDLE WITH ONLINE MEMBERSHIP
CLICK TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ANY OF THE COURSES
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Mantrailing
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The best game of Hide and Seek you will ever play
Teaching your dog to find a specific human scent.
If your dog loves to sniff on walks this is the game for you.
Your dog will learn to sniff an article left by a person who goes off to hide.
You will handle your dog on a lead to find the missing person.
Dogs always work one at a time so no need to worry if your dog is not dog friendly.
A super, low impact sport suitable for dogs of all shapes, ages, sizes and breeds. Ideal for puppies and for old dogs.
Your dog will get a fabulous brain and body workout without running fast or walking for miles.
You will be amazed at your dog's incredible ability.
If your dog has a nose, can wear a harness and get in a vehicle to arrive ....this is definitely the sport for you