Group dog training

Not an off lead free for all.

Group training at Calm Canines is designed to help dogs learn and practise calm behaviour, real-world skills, and social confidence in a structured, supportive environment.

These sessions are trainer-led, carefully planned, and intentionally small. They are not chaotic group walks or drop-in classes.

  • Puppy Academy Programme

    Launching late January 2026

    A structured programme for calm, confident puppies

    Puppy Academy is a multi-week programme designed to give puppies the foundations they need for life.

    The focus is on:
    → Engagement and focus
    → Calm exposure to the world
    → Early loose lead skills
    → Positive social experiences
    → Settling and regulation

    This programme is ideal for puppies who need guidance, structure, and confidence-building without overwhelm.

  • Group Training Walks

    January course begins on 10/01/2026

    Structured group sessions for calm social learning

    These sessions allow dogs to practise:
    → Calm behaviour around other dogs
    → Engagement with their handler
    → Moving through environments without overwhelm
    → Social neutrality rather than over-excitement

    We typically do 4 Group Training walks per month, on the same day and time each week. Each walk lasts approximately one hour.

    Group sizes are kept small and dogs are carefully matched to ensure a calm, positive experience.

    PRICE = £60 for 1 Month

  • Loose Lead Lab

    Launching late January 2026

    A focused programme for pulling, frustration, and stressful walks

    Loose Lead Lab is a dedicated programme for dogs who struggle on the lead.

    This may include:
    → Pulling and zig-zagging
    → Frustration around dogs or people
    → Over-arousal in busy environments

    We break loose lead walking down into clear, achievable steps and help owners understand why their dog is struggling, not just how to manage it.

How group training works

Group training is suitable for dogs who:
→ Are comfortable in shared environments
→ Benefit from structure and guidance

It may not be suitable for dogs who:
→ Display aggressive behaviour towards dogs or people
→ Require intensive 1:1 behavioural support first

If you’re unsure, we’re happy to advise and guide you to the most appropriate next step.

All Calm Canines group training sessions are:
→ Trainer-led and professionally supervised
→ Small group sizes
→ Carefully selected locations
→ Force-free and reward-based
→ Designed to support calm nervous systems

Our priority is always safety, learning, and enjoyment – for dogs and their people.