Pups and Pooches Dog Training ~ Chester.
Supporting Owners of Adolescent & Adult Dogs
🐾 What Happened to That Cute, Biddable Puppy?
Adolescence is a wild ride—for both dogs and their humans. As your puppy grows, hormones drive essential development, but they also impact the brain. The result? A dog who may seem distracted, irritable, and suddenly unsure of things they once handled with ease.
Sound familiar?
This stage often includes a final fear period, where confidence dips and behaviours regress. It’s a vulnerable time, and sadly, one of the most misunderstood phases of a dog’s life. The number of adolescent dogs in rescue centres speaks volumes.
But you’re not alone. Want to know more about adolescence?
Pups and Pooches Dog Training is here to guide you through the ups and downs of adolescence with empathy, expertise, and practical support.
We’re just a phone call away., book your call today.
Something for Everyone!
Fun Sports, Classes & Walks
Build Confidence & Team Work
Mantrailing
👃 A Team Sport of Hide and Seek—Powered by Your Dog’s Nose!
Tap into your dog’s incredible sense of smell with scent work—a fun and rewarding activity where your dog learns to locate a hidden person using only their nose.
Scent work is more than just a game:
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It builds confidence and optimism in dogs
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Strengthens your bond through teamwork
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Offers mental stimulation and outdoor fun
Whether you're in it for the joy or the challenge, scent work has something for everyone:
Hoopers
🌀 Discover a Low-Impact Alternative to Agility
Looking for a fun, accessible activity for your dog—without the jumping and high-speed running?
Try our low-impact obstacle course, featuring:
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Hoops
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Barrels
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Mats
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Tunnels
No jumping required!
This sport is perfect for dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies and senior dogs. You’ll develop long-distance handling skills while your dog learns to navigate the course independently—no need to run alongside them!
A great way to build focus, teamwork, and confidence in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Fun. Inclusive. Rewarding.
Come give it a go!
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Paws In The Park
🐾 Struggling to Keep Your Dog’s Attention Outside?
Does your dog seem to switch off the moment you leave the house—more interested in the world than in you?
You’re not alone!
Join our fun, practical class designed to:
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Boost your dog’s focus on you
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Strengthen your bond through short, engaging training games
Confidence Walks
🐾 Confidence-Building Walks for Dogs
Help your dog grow in confidence by walking alongside other calm, responsible dogs and handlers—no pressure, no face-to-face greetings, just steady, side-by-side movement.
These walks are designed to:
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Reduce stress and avoid confrontational encounters
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Build trust between you and your dog
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Reinforce calm behaviour around other dogs
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Create positive associations through repetition and routine
Week by week, you’ll see your dog begin to relax, learning that other dogs are okay—and most importantly, that you’ve got their back.
🌿 A calm, supportive way to help your dog feel safe in the world.
