Testimonials

We have thoroughly enjoyed the training sessions with Brian. They have been an invaluable learning experience for myself and my Mum and have taught us the correct way to treat Alfie along with a very structured but manageable pathway to train him. The instructions have been clearly explained and easy to follow which has given us the confidence to put them into practice ourselves. Alfie is a much calmer dog who now understands simple commands and the correct way to behave. Alfie respects Brian alot and always gives him a warm welcome when he arrives. We have been amazed at the control Brian has over Alfie and the progress Alfie has made. We are so pleased that we decided to use Dogs listen up and feel that it has made a big difference to both us as owners and Alfie himself.

We contacted Brian because Sam is such a big powerful dog and we could not handle him Brian came to us and stayed for approx 3 hours educating us about dogs it was fascinating Sam has come on leaps and bounds it is a pleasure walking him and working with him Jane my wife who loves walking is very proud of Sams attitude and we can’t thank Brian enough I would and have already recommend Brian to anyone his professional attitude builds confidence for both the Dog and the owner.we also changed Sam’s diet on Brian’s recommendation he is thriving thank you very very much Brian.

I am very happy with the advice & guidance I received from Brian. With some hard work and patience my three dogs have turned out better then I could have imagined.
I now have the confidence to take all three out together anywhere I chose, confident in the knowledge that they will listen to me.

I found that not only did my dogs enjoyed the training, it also strengthened my relationship with them. I really am very p[leased I called Brian in to help.

Gone are the days that they would drag me across the road to get to other dogs. I can also have visitors round to the house without them getting mobbed at the door.

Brilliant ! Thank you.

We have a puppy called Benji. He is approx 11 months old a cross between a Border Terrier and a Lakeland Terrier we acquired him from the animal rescue having been a banded.
The main problems with him were jumping up at people, not coming back when called and pulling on the lead. However with Brian’s help and guidance and over such a short period of time, he is greatly improved.

He now sits and stays when told and walks without pulling. Thanks Brian for your help and support.

We had a beagle who had soon realised his parents had no idea how to discipline a dog so therefore became the dominant figure in the house.
Brian got us to dealise the dogs position and what it expects of us, and we soon realised that we needed just as much training as our little dog.

Once we got to grip with this the dog soon fell into it’s rightful position within the family structure and with Brian’s help, and the techniques he has
shown us, it is now a pleasure to have the dog as part of our family.

Dora was a lovely but hyperactive black lab dog, but thanks to Brian she is just as lovely but a lot calmer. We have followed Brian’s training schedule and with his help she has learned a lot of commands. Brian also advised us to buy a cage as Dora loved chewing everything she saw, that I can state was a very good investment as she loves sitting in her cage when she wants some quiet time and we don’t have to worry about what has been chewed when we go out.I just want to say a big thank you to Brian for helping to achieve a rebelious pup into a loving adorable dog.

Having had happy, house trained, sociable dogs most of my adult life, I was at a loss when a 12 week old poodle puppy came to live with me and despite my best efforts, would not be house trained. I thought I was doing all the right things, you know…. Puppy wakes up….Out to wee!! Puppy’s fed…..Out to wee!! Puppy plays….Out to wee!! Puppy does all that and still piddles indoors!!! Frustrated and wondering what to do next, I called Dogs Listen Up.
After a reassuring phone conversation, we made an appointment for Brian to come and visit. From the word go, I felt that things were going to get better. Brian looked at our routine, our set up and asked me what we actually wanted to achieve, then set to work. He gave a workable, practical solution to the toilet training….. make an enclosed toilet area for puppy to be taken to and wait until she’d performed, then lots of praise. Simple and works completely.

He also built on the basic training I’d started and that a puppy really needs, sit, stay, walking to heel etc. Brian just made everything so easy and was so encouraging and supportive. I liked the fact that the training and solutions given were completely tailored to our needs and built around our individual situation and I’m happy to say, it all just slotted into place and it worked.

I’d be very happy to recommend Brian and Dogs Listen up to help you if you’re having problems with your dog. You’ll get fantastic advice, great support and I have to say, for weeks of one to one help and tuition, it’s unbelievable value for money too.

Well what can I say – what a great dog trainer Brian is. We were struggling with Archie our Sprocker Spaniel, but on Brian’s first visit we could see a improvement, maybe only a small one but that was progress. Brian knew how to go about dealing with the problems we were having with Archie, but with his continous visits we were seeing vast improvements and are going from strength to strength, still some more work to do, but we are confident we will get there. Thank you Brian for all your help and encouragement. What Brian doesn’t know about dog training isn’t worth knowing. I would recommend Brian to help anyone who is having problems with their dog. Once again Thank you Brian.

Charlie was a 3 year old retired trailhound when he arrived with us from a rescue centre. He is a big dog and was difficult to control during walks, particularly when meeting other dogs. He had very little teaching and was a law unto himself. We therefore decided to enlist the help of Brian at Dogs Listen Up and have to say we have never looked back as we are delighted with the progress we have made with Charlie.Brian’s approach is excellent. The firm and fair idea coupled with consistency, reaped instant rewards. As novices, his experience and advice has proved invaluable and Charlie has become to realise where he fits within the pack! Charlie is now able to do the commands we give him and he walks brilliantly to heel. We still have some work but now feel much happier and confident in our approach with him, we have learnt so much.Thank you Brian we not only benefitted from your sessions but had great fun whilstdoing so!