✔ Reactive
✔ “Fuzzy”
✔ Anxious
✔ Over-excited
✔ Or just needing confidence
You are welcome here.
This is not a traditional group class where dogs are expected to “cope.” Instead, this is a safe, controlled learning environment where distance, choice, and emotional wellbeing come first.
What We’ll Work On Together
🐾 Desensitisation & Positive Associations
We help dogs feel safer around other dogs and people through carefully managed exposure at their comfort level. Ideal for dogs who need confidence-building, emotional regulation, and practical coping skills for both “too much” and “too little” stimulation in the world.
👃 Scent Detection (Beginner Friendly!)
No experience required! We start with food-based detection and build from there. Nosework gives reactive and anxious dogs a powerful outlet to:
Decompress
Build confidence
Problem-solve
Stay engaged without pressure
All while being around dogs and people at a safe, respectful distance.
🧭 Mantrailing & Tracking
A fantastic confidence-booster that channels natural instincts in a calm, purposeful way. (Introductory mantrailing workshop recommended prior to joining but not necessary.)
🎓 Real-Life Skills That Actually Matter
Including obedience foundations, distance control, proofing behaviours around distractions, and practical skills you can use in everyday life, not just in class.
Why this class is different
✨ Individual attention within a group setting
✨ Customised training plans tailored to your dog
✨ Progress at your dog’s pace - no pressure, no judgment
✨ Behaviour modification & skill-building combined
Every dog receives one-on-one support during sessions, with training adapted to where you and your dog are right now and where you want to go next.
These classes run in 4 week blocks on;
Tuesday Evenings & Sunday Mornings
£80 per 4 week block
If you’ve ever felt like traditional group classes weren’t built for your dog…
Focus & Find Academy is.