The biting. The pulling. The chaos at 2am. The feeling that you’re doing it all wrong.
You’re not doing it wrong. You just need the right support — and you need it now, not in six weeks when a class finally starts.
That’s exactly what we give you.
Most puppy courses give you 6 weeks from the time the classes start.
We give you support NOW, then 8 weeks in-person – because we know how much difference those extra two weeks make.
✅ 8 weekly classes, outdoors, small groups, Hedge End
✅ Support starts the day you book — not the day class begins
✅ Weekly Puppy SOS — live online Q&A with Senior Instructors
✅ Full video library for every class activity
✅ Full puppy eBook — everything you need for those early days
✅ Week 4 surprise gift — your own puppy training bag
✅ Week 8 graduation — certificate, rosette and party bag
Next dates: Sundays 10.30am or Thursday evenings
For puppies under 6 months at the start of training
– A puppy that comes back. Every time. Even in the park.
– Calm lead walking — no yanking, no nagging
– Sit, stay, leave it — first time, despite distractions
– A dog that chooses to check in with you — without being asked
– No jumping up. No running off. No ignoring you.
– And a bond that lasts a lifetime.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9 Stars — 132 Reviews
“Thoroughly recommend The NDTA. We felt welcomed and supported and the training is excellent, covering a good range of behaviours. As first-time dog owners, the classes have been invaluable. You get access to online resources — reading, videos and more — so if you forget anything from class you can easily go over it again. The weekly Q&A drop in is useful too. The best training school around! So grateful for the help and support of the team.”
Led by Sandra Lawton — multi-award winning dog trainer with 16 years of experience. Our unique Focus First method builds real-world results, not just classroom tricks.
We train outdoors because that’s where real life happens.
Not sure yet? You’re welcome to come and watch a class first — just get in touch.
This is for pups under 6 months of age at the start of training.
If your dog is over 6 months please use this link here.
How old does my puppy need to be?
Under 6 months at the start of the course
Where are classes held?
Hedge End. All outdoors.
What if I book before my puppy is ready?
Perfect — support starts immediately. You’ll have access to the eBook, videos and weekly Puppy SOS from day one.
My puppy is over 6 months — can I still join?
Yes — click here for our dog training course
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