The UK’s No.1 Dog Training Professionals
Dog Training & Behaviour Experts
Smart Dog Training is the UK’s No.1 provider of obedience, behaviour, puppy, and specialist programmes. Our certified trainers create calm, reliable dogs and confident owners through structured methods trusted by families nationwide.
Obedience Training
We create calm, reliable behaviour that carries through daily life - at home, on the lead, and wherever you take your dog.
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Behaviour Training
Reactivity, anxiety, or aggression - we resolve challenging behaviour with structured, proven programmes.
Why Choose Smart
Every dog is unique, and so is every family. We will create a clear step-by-step plan tailored to your goals, your routine, and your dog’s personality.
Lead pulling & heel work
Barking at people or dogs
Jumping & over-excitement
Separation anxiety
Aggression & reactivity
Recall (come when called)
Sit, stay & settle commands
Door & furniture boundaries
Chewing & digging
Vehicle manners
Service dog skills
...and more
Training Programmes
Every dog’s journey is different, but lasting results come from structure. Our programmes follow clear milestones, from puppy foundations to advanced obedience and behaviour.
Residential Training
Give your dog an intensive stay with a Smart Certified trainer, building obedience, and calm behaviour.
Obedience Training
Create focus, calm behaviour, and dependable obedience at home, on walks, and in public spaces.
Puppy Training
Build calm, confident puppies with structure, socialisation, and clear foundations from the start.
Behaviour & Reactivity
Resolve barking, lunging, or reactivity with proven methods that bring calm control into everyday life.
Service Dog Training
Develop specialist skills for autism support, PTSD, mobility and more, with structured training.
Therapy Dog Preparation
Prepare dogs to offer safe, steady support in homes, schools, and public settings with guided training.
Personal Protection
Combine reliable obedience with safe, controlled protection and confidence building.
About Us
Smart Dog Training is the UK’s leading dog training organisation, built on over 20 years of experience working with dogs and their owners. We deliver professional training through in-home sessions, structured group classes, and tailored behaviour programmes designed around your goals.
The SMART Method
Every Smart Dog Training programme follows the SMART Method - a five-step system designed for calm behaviour, lasting reliability, and clear communication between you and your dog.
Structure
Training begins with fair guidance, clear routines, and consistent expectations. Dogs learn responsibility from the start and understand exactly how to succeed.
Motivation
Rewards are layered with freedom and responsibility to create true engagement. Dogs don’t just obey - they want to work, with energy, confidence, and focus.
Awareness
Your dog learns to process information, stay attentive, and make correct choices even under distraction. Awareness turns obedience into control that works anywhere.
Reliability
Behaviours are proofed step by step - pressure, release, and reinforcement combined until commands are fluent, dependable, and reliable on and off lead.
Trust
Consistency and fairness build trust. Dogs respond with confidence because communication is honest, expectations are clear, and success is always rewarded.
1-to-1 Training That Deliver Results
Every dog and owner is unique. Our private training programmes give you focused attention, tailored to your lifestyle and your dog’s needs. From first-time puppy owners to complex behaviour cases, we create a clear step-by-step plan that brings lasting results.
What Our Clients Say
Ready to Begin?
Start your dog’s journey to calm, reliable behaviour with a clear step-by-step plan. Book your assessment today and see how the Smart Method delivers lasting results.
Life With Your Dog, Made Easier
Dogs don’t come with an instruction manual - that’s where we come in. At Smart, we teach you how to bring calm, confidence, and clarity into your everyday life with your dog. From the basics of obedience to solving frustrating behaviours, our trainers give you the tools and guidance to make living together simple, not stressful.
Smart Master Dog Trainers You Can Trust
Smart trainers aren’t just “dog people.” Every Smart Master Dog Trainer (SMDT) is certified, assessed, and part of a national team delivering results across the UK. That means you get more than one trainer’s opinion - you get a proven system, clear progression, and the backing of the UK’s most trusted training network.
The Nation’s Most Trusted Dog Trainers
Smart Dog Training is the UK’s most recognised dog training organisation. With certified trainers, proven results, and a growing national network, our track record speaks for itself.
Dogs Trained
Client Satisfaction
Locations Nationwide
Years of Experience
More Than Just Training Sessions
At Smart, every programme is designed to deliver lasting results and that means giving you more than just lessons. From ongoing support to structured resources, we stack the value to ensure your success long after the sessions end.
WhatsApp Support
Progression Plans
Real-World Training
Ready For A Career Change?
Join the UK’s most trusted training network and launch your own professional career. With world-class education, proven systems, and ongoing mentorship, Smart gives you everything you need to succeed.
Your Questions Answered
If you still have questions, book an assessment and speak to a trainer today.
Yes. We offer professional assessments in your home, online via Zoom, or at one of our training centres.
We offer in-home training in selected UK regions, as well as online and group classes nationwide.
We offer a range of packages depending on your dog’s needs. All pricing is clear and upfront.
We work with puppies as young as 8 weeks, right through to adult and rescue dogs.
Yes. We offer remote training sessions for clients who prefer online support or live outside our local areas.
We use a balanced, reward-based approach rooted in clarity and consistency. It’s tailored to your dog, not a script.
Absolutely. We specialise in behaviour modification and work regularly with dogs showing fear, frustration or aggression.
Consistency is key. We teach you how to maintain results - and offer ongoing group classes to support long-term success.
Yes - all breeds, all sizes. From working dogs to toy breeds, we adjust our techniques to your dog’s temperament.
Many of our clients come to us after trying other methods. We assess what’s been done, and build a better plan that works.
Just book an assessment with your local Smart Trainer. We’ll discuss your goals and create a tailored plan for you and your dog.