Dog Training & Behaviour Support in Oxford

One-to-one, home dog training for barking, aggression, reactivity, recall, separation anxiety, lead pulling and puppy behaviour.

Welcome to Dog Training Oxford, my name is Abi Dudfield, your local Bark Busters Home Dog Training behaviour therapist. If you are struggling with your dog's behaviour, you are not alone. From excessive barking, aggression and reactivity to separation anxiety and poor recall, many dog owners face similar challenges. I provide professional, tailored dog obedience and dog behaviour training in your home. As a Bark Busters certified dog trainer, I work with you and your dog in the comfort of your own home to resolve your dog's unwanted behaviours, right where the problems first develop. Whether you are dealing with barking, lead pulling, aggression, resource guarding, sibling rivalry, separation anxiety, or you are lucky enough to have a new puppy, I offer tailored one-to-one dog training in your home.

If you are looking for professional dog training near you, then you have come to the right place. My training programme is based on how dogs naturally communicate, using positive praise, voice tone and body language. My training is one-to-one and starts in your home, then progresses outside if you are experiencing problems there. The home environment is where your dog spends most of the time, you and your dog are less stressed, most relaxed, and where you can take the time to focus on your dog without distractions. I come to you at a time that is convenient to you, and we work together to resolve those unwanted behaviours that are causing you problems, putting strain on your relationship with your dog, and possibly with other members of your family too.

I work with any dog, big, small, or in-between and with any behaviour problem. I also work with puppies too. We focus on the major problems and leverage your dog's natural instincts. I assess your dog's personality and tailor-make the training programme to make it fun for both you and your dog. I explain how your dog perceives the world and the reasons behind the behaviour problems. I show and guide you how to carry out the training techniques using simple methods, and I ensure that you are happy with the results from our very first lesson.

You only pay once as the Bark Buster Support Guarantee gives you peace of mind that I will return free of charge to help you further when you need it. No other dog trainer can match the support we offer.

I can also help you if you're looking for a dog trainer in Banbury, Bicester

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A little about Abi Dudfield

I successfully completed education in Psychology, Criminology, and Law, achieving top grades. I was offered further education from three different universities to study Law. However, I quickly realised that it wasn’t what I truly wanted to do, so I decided to follow my passion and interest of working with dogs instead.

I started by volunteering with Guide Dogs for the Blind, helping to raise their puppies from birth. This gave me an excellent understanding of how dogs learn and develop, and just how important early training is in shaping puppy behaviour.

My mum is also an experienced Bark Busters trainer and has a background in working with Guide Dogs for the Blind too. Having seen the great success my mum achieved in helping many dog owners overcome their dog's behaviour problems, I decided that a career with Bark Busters was where my heart lay. So, I started my journey of becoming a Bark Busters Dog Behaviour Therapist & Trainer. I’ve worked with lots of clients and their dogs who have many different behaviour problems, which helped me further build my knowledge and understanding of dog behaviour, and I am now an accredited trainer with Bark Busters.

One of the biggest things for me has been rescuing my miniature dachshund. When I rescued him, he was very anxious and aggressive towards both people and other dogs. Working with him every day taught me so much about patience and consistency. Seeing him change from a nervous, reactive dog into a much calmer and happier dog, who can now be around people and other dogs comfortably. It was really rewarding, and it’s a big part of why I help people with their dogs too.

All this reinforced that dog training is something I genuinely enjoy, and it was the right choice in building a career with Bark Busters. Becoming a dog behaviour therapist feels like a natural step for me, especially as all our current family dogs have always been trained using Bark Busters techniques.

I'm looking forward to meeting and working with you to help you to address any problems you are experiencing with your dogs too.

Expert Dog Behaviour Training in Oxford

Looking for a dog trainer you can trust? I specialise in solving real-life problems, including:

Dog behaviour issues

• Aggressive dog training
• Dog barking problems
• Separation anxiety
• Destructive behaviour at home

Dog obedience training

• Recall training (come when called)
• Loose lead walking
• Jumping up and hyperactivity
• Listening and focus

Puppy training

• Toilet training
• Biting and chewing
• Early obedience
• Social behaviour foundations

My training works for all breeds, ages, and behaviour problems. I also train dogs with disabilities too.

Home Dog Training & Why It Works

Most dog trainers in Oxford use group classes, but we don't. This is because your dog behaves differently, at home, on walks and around visitors. This is why we provide training at home, working in your dog's real environment and surrounding areas.

The benefits of this means, faster results, personalised training plan for the problems you're experiencing, less stress for you and your dog, and practical, real-world solutions.

You'll receive, one-to-one coaching, step-by-step guidance, ongoing free of charge support and no crowded classes with unrelated generic advice.

Our Proven Dog Training Methods Get Results

Our approach focuses on clear communication with your dog, understanding the behaviour triggers and easy to follow, consistent and practical training techniques.

We don't just help you to train your dog, we show you how to maintain the long-term results.

I Provide Home Puppy Training Classes

If you are looking for puppy training classes near you in Oxford, then why not consider my home puppy training. Group training classes can be very stressful for your puppy and if they become disruptive you can often be asked to leave the classes. My lessons are informative and provides puppies with the very best start in life.

My home puppy classes can cover topics such as:

• Best toileting habits
• Appropriate feeding and good food manners
• Recall - coming when called
• Gate and door control
• Sit, stay and down training
• Correct holding of the lead and walking
• Walking to heel
• Distance control (staying with you when there are other distractions)
• How to successfully socialise your puppy
• How to de-sensitise, for example, vacuum cleaners and car travel etc…
• Protecting your puppy from being overwhelmed by people or other dogs
• Accustoming to handling, bathing and grooming
• Bad behaviour prevention and management, e.g. jumping up, mouthing, play biting and chewing etc…
  and more…

My Support Packages

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Take the first step today to achieve a calm dog, peaceful walks without pulling, no excessive barking, and confidence in handling your dog.

That's what we help you achieve. Start seeing results fast.