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Covering Farnham, Surrey & Hampshire

Calm, Confident Dogs: Trained with Kindness

Farnham's specialist in positive reinforcement training. From bouncy puppies to dogs with complex behaviours. Personalised, science-backed sessions in your own home.

Degree in Animal Management & Welfare Puppy School UK Qualified Force-free methods 5★ Reviews
Black Spaniel sitting in Surrey bluebell woods on a spring walk near Farnham
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Puppy Training Packages

3 or 4 session puppy foundations programme, with a follow-up call one month later. Perfect for new puppy owners in Farnham and the surrounding villages.

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In-home sessions
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Why Positive Reinforcement Works

No force. No fear. Just results. Here's what the science and your dog's behaviour tell us.

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Builds Lasting Habits

When dogs associate good behaviour with rewards, those neural pathways strengthen. The result? Reliable commands that hold, even around distractions on Farnham's busy streets or open countryside.

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Reduces Anxiety & Reactivity

Force-free training lowers cortisol levels and helps anxious or reactive dogs feel safe. Calm dogs make better decisions and are far more enjoyable to live with.

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Strengthens Your Bond

Training is communication. When your dog trusts you as their guide, not their disciplinarian, you build a partnership that lasts their whole life.

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Evidence-Based Results

Decades of animal behaviour research confirms positive reinforcement outperforms aversive methods, with no side effects of fear, shutdown, or aggression.

Training Tailored to Your Dog

Every session is built around your dog's personality, your goals, and your lifestyle. No cookie-cutter programmes here.

Puppy Specialist
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Puppy Foundation Package

3 or 4 sessions + follow-up call

From £189
3 sessions £189 · 4 sessions £252. Use code SPRINGPUP for 20% off
  • Comprehensive puppy foundations programme
  • Socialisation, bite inhibition & house training guidance
  • Sit, stay, recall, leave it & loose lead walking
  • PDF notes after every session
  • One follow-up call one month later
  • 24-hour WhatsApp support throughout
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Online 1:1 Training

Video sessions · Anywhere in the UK

£65 / session
Same level of support as in-person
  • Live video consultation via your preferred platform
  • Watch Nikki demonstrate techniques in real-time
  • Detailed PDF training plan included
  • WhatsApp support between sessions
  • Ideal for follow-ups or if you're outside the local area

Free 15-Min Consultation

No commitment · No sales pitch

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Start here, always
  • Talk through your dog's specific challenges
  • Nikki recommends the right programme for you
  • Ask any questions before booking
  • Completely free, no obligation

Your Journey to a Happier Dog

From your very first call to graduation day, here's exactly what working with Nikki looks like.

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Free Consultation Call

15 minutes to chat about your dog: their quirks, challenges, and what success looks like for you. Nikki assesses the best approach and recommends a plan.

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Personalised Training Plan

Before your first session, Nikki prepares a bespoke training roadmap. No generic programmes, everything is tailored to your dog's breed, age, and personality.

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In-Home Sessions

Training happens where your dog lives and learns best, in your home and on your local walks. Each session ends with PDF notes so you can practise confidently.

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Ongoing WhatsApp Support

You're never on your own between sessions. Nikki is available for questions, progress check-ins, and quick tips whenever you need them.

Nikki's Training Principles

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Every dog is an individual No two dogs learn alike; training adapts to what motivates your specific pup
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Absolutely force-free No punishment, no aversives, no shock or prong collars. Ever.
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Training in the real world Sessions in your home and on your local walks, not in a sterile hall
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Science-backed methods Built on animal behaviour research, not tradition or folklore
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Realistic, achievable goals Progress at your dog's pace, sustainable change, not quick fixes
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Owner education first The more you understand, the better you can guide your dog every single day
Nikki, positive reinforcement dog trainer based in Farnham, Surrey

Nikki

Positive Dog Trainer · Farnham

  • Degree in Animal Management & Welfare, Harper Adams University
  • Qualified Dog Trainer, The Puppy School UK
  • Volunteer: Battersea Cats and Dogs Home & assistance dog organisations
  • Former dog daycare manager

A Lifelong Passion for Dogs & Their Wellbeing

Nikki's love of dogs began in childhood and never really stopped. After earning her degree in Animal Management and Welfare from Harper Adams University, she built her career by doing: running dog walking rounds in South West London, managing a dog daycare, and volunteering at Battersea Cats and Dogs Home and assistance dog organisations.

It was through the daily reality of working with dozens of different dogs that Nikki discovered her true calling: training. Watching a nervous rescue dog finally relax, or a boisterous puppy learn that calm behaviour gets the best rewards. These moments never get old.

"Good choices get rewarded. Not-so-good choices get ignored. It sounds simple, and in practice, it is beautifully effective."

Having recently relocated from London to Farnham, Nikki is thrilled to be part of this community. She knows the local parks, the Devil's Punch Bowl at Hindhead, the footpaths along the River Wey, Frensham Ponds, and the Surrey Hills walks that make this corner of Surrey and Hampshire such a special place to be a dog owner. Whether you are in Farnham, Godalming, Haslemere, Alton, Bordon, Liphook or any of the surrounding villages, Nikki comes to you.

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Dog Walker → Trainer

Built experience through hundreds of real-world dogs before specialising in training

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Battersea Dogs Home

Hands-on experience with rescue dogs of every temperament and background

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Now in Farnham

Bringing London experience to Surrey's dog-loving community

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Always Available

24-hour WhatsApp support so you're never stuck between sessions

What Owners Are Saying

Real stories from dogs and owners whose lives have changed.

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"The class was amazing and Nikki is such a good teacher. Mochi felt so happy and settled every time she came. The training was so good and the advice was even better. Mochi is not even 4 months old yet and she's so advanced; it's incredible. We owe it directly to Nikki and her wonderful, calm teaching methods."

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Maxim & Yse
Mochi's owners · Farnham area
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"I was at my wits' end with our rescue's reactivity on the lead. Nikki came to us, assessed him with real care, and within three sessions we were walking past other dogs without incident. The WhatsApp support between sessions made all the difference."

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Sarah T.
Rescue dog owner · Alton
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"Nikki's patience is extraordinary. Our Spaniel was a whirlwind and couldn't sit still for two seconds. After the puppy package, we have a dog who actually listens. The PDF notes after each session meant we knew exactly what to practise."

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James & Lucy
Cocker Spaniel puppy · Guildford

Local to You in Surrey & Hampshire

Nikki covers all areas within approximately 15 miles of Farnham, across Surrey and Hampshire. Don't see your village? Just ask.

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Guildford
Godalming
Haslemere
Hindhead
Alton
Aldershot
Fleet
Farnborough
Bordon
Liphook
Petersfield
Camberley
Cranleigh
Milford
Witley
Elstead
Churt
Frensham
Tilford
Wrecclesham
Rowledge
Liss
Bentley

Prefer not to travel? Online sessions are available anywhere in the UK.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you want to know before booking, answered honestly.

Nikki covers Farnham and a wide surrounding area including Guildford, Alton, Fleet, Aldershot, Haslemere, Godalming, Bordon, and Petersfield across Surrey and Hampshire. If you're unsure whether your postcode is covered, just get in touch, and remember online sessions are available UK-wide.

The earlier the better! Puppies are sponges; their critical socialisation window closes around 12–16 weeks, so starting training as soon as they arrive home (even before vaccinations are complete, with appropriate precautions) sets them up brilliantly. Nikki's puppy package is designed for pups from 8 weeks upwards.

Never. Nikki's training is 100% force-free and positive reinforcement based. No shock collars, no prong collars, no physical corrections, and no intimidation. Good choices get rewarded; less desirable choices are simply redirected or ignored. This is not just kinder; it's proven to produce more reliable, long-lasting results.

Yes, and behavioural challenges are often where positive training shines most. Whether your dog is reactive on the lead, anxious, over-excited, barking excessively, or struggling with recall, Nikki will assess your individual dog and put together a plan. The free consultation call is the best place to start for complex cases.

A single in-home or online session costs £65. The 3-session puppy package is £189, and the 4-session package is £252, both including a follow-up call a month later. Book 3 or more individual sessions and receive 20% off. Every session includes personalised PDF training notes and 24-hour WhatsApp support.

It's a relaxed 15-minute call (no video required) where you tell Nikki about your dog: their age, breed, history, and what you'd like to improve. Nikki will recommend the right service for your needs and answer any questions. There's absolutely no pressure to book, and it's completely free.

Yes, Nikki covers Godalming, Milford, Witley, Elstead, Bramley, Chiddingfold and all surrounding villages. In-home sessions are available across this area from £65 per session.

Yes. Nikki is based near Churt and regularly works with dogs and puppies in Haslemere, Hindhead, Greyshott, Liphook, Bordon, Headley, Oakhanger and Liss. If you are unsure whether your village is covered, just get in touch for a quick check.

Yes, Nikki covers Aldershot, Farnborough, Fleet, Camberley and the surrounding areas. All sessions are in your home, making training as convenient and stress-free as possible for both you and your dog.

Book Your Free 15-Minute Consultation

Ready to start? Fill in the form and Nikki will be in touch within 24 hours to arrange your free call. No commitment, no sales pitch, just an honest conversation about your dog.

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Email nikkijdogtraining@gmail.com
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