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Suburban Dog Trainer

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Suburban Dog Trainer

Dog Training Services
Companion Dog Training Classes
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Behavioural Consultation

Richard's expertise in dog training spans over 20 years and he is the only Accredited Instructor of The Kennel Club Accredited Scheme for Instructors in Dog Training and Canine Behaviour (KCAI) in West Yorkshire recognised throughout the UK and World Wide, as being one of the leading professional bodies for those who provide advice and training on canine behaviour. He is an accredited APDT instruc

tor and gained his FdSc in Canine Behaviour & Training. Richard is also an Undergraduate at Hull University on a Bachelor of Science degree (BSc in Canine Behaviour & Training)

Richard is the founder and principal trainer of The Suburban Gundog Way, using the advantages of Gundog training in suburban environments and incorporates all the advantages of Gundog training to any breed and any owner.

• BSc Canine Behaviour & Training Undergraduate at University of Hull
• Accredited Instructor of The Kennel Club Accredited Scheme for Instructors in Dog Training and Canine Behaviour (KCAI)
and APDT instructor.
• Poster speaker for APDT International Conference
• Assistant instructor with John Rogerson – India and UK
• Your Dog Magazine Article in conduction with John Rogerson
• Creator of The Suburban Gundog Way
• The Dogs Trust
• PDA Rescue Taiwan
• Moongazer USA
• Worcester Animal Rescue League USA

14/08/2026

Wow What A Week!!!!😀
This week our Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Scheme class had their examination and I was so proud of everyone making me look very good in front of our KC examiner Christine.
Becky and Lola the Silver Labrador breezed through their Gold Award with Ben and Louis the Flat-Coated Retriever, William and Tiffin the Airedale Terrier and Ronnie and Echo the Border Collie achieving their Silver Awards as well!!!

10/07/2026

Welcome to another Great Review Friday and what a scorcher it is 🥵
"I contacted Richard after having problems with my Australian Labradoodle pup eating stones - a dangerous new habit that I knew we had to stop!
He quickly gave me some great advice about why he may be doing this, and with a few small changes, I am happy to report that this behaviour has, on the whole stopped.
Thank you for your knowledgeable and swift advice."

19/06/2026

Another Great review Friday for you all and I hope you all have a great weekend 😀
"Richard was great!
Our Flat coated retriever, although small for a flattie doesn’t lack strength and was pulling like she was a husky dragging a sledge. We’d tried many things and couldn’t get to grips with it.
Richard was able to give us great instruction and demonstrated how to solve the problem. By the time he left he had taught both us and Willow how to behave. We’re trying to be as consistent as possible and it’s working out really well. She’s learnt so quickly and not pulling our arms out of the socket anymore.
Richard knows how to treat different breeds in different ways depending on circumstances.
He comes highly recommended from us. 😊🙏"

22/05/2026

Happy Bank Holiday Friday everyone!!!😀
We had a very successful week with everyone achieving their Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Scheme Award including two Golds, One Silver and four Bronzes. Everyone put in the extra work in the last few weeks to produce this great result. I will obviously miss those that have reached their Gold, but cannot wait for next week to get everyone through their next level.
Hope you all have a fab weekend!!!🥵☀️

15/05/2026

Welcome to another Great Review Friday 😀, I hope you all have a lovely weekend!!!

We had a fantastic experience with Richard
His knowledge and the way it was delivered was both interesting and helpful
I rescued two dogs and they came with problems
But. With Richard’s help and guidance things improved and keep going forward
I know it takes time
But. We’re on the right path
If you are looking for a dog behaviourist/ trainer
I would highly recommend Richard
Can’t sing his praises enough

Thank you for your help and continued support

Susan

04/05/2026

Just thought this was funny😂, Happy May the 4th to everyone!!!

01/05/2026

I am excited to introduce the BRAND NEW!!! APDT Good Companion Awards Puppy Classes!!!
The class can either be done as an excellent stand alone class giving you all you need to start your training journey or as a gateway to the APDT Improver, Intermediate & advance classes.
The Puppy class starts Wednesday 27th May at 7pm and takes place at Scarcroft Village Hall LS14 3AS.
If you would like to join just go to my website, complete the questionnaire from the classes page and pay your £10 deposit to secure your place.
😀

13/04/2026

HAPPY 5th BIRTHDAY!!!! to my best mate Rusty. I made sure he had the perfect day, starting with sausage and scrambled eggs for breakfast, followed by a big walk and then just chilling in the garden enjoying the perfect day ❤️

10/04/2026

Happy Friday everyone and before I mow the lawn for the first time this year 😩 I thought I would share a picture of Rusby, one of my clients who attended the Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Scheme class and is here helping his owners choose a sofa.
If you would like to attend the classes the next set start 27th May at Scarcroft Village Hall, just go to my website for more details on how to join.😀

Address

Whitkirk
Leeds

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 1pm

Telephone

+441132607292

Website

http://www.suburbandogtrainer.co.uk/

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