Welcome to my Training Guides
Suitable for all sizes & breeds. In these guides I share over 5 years worth of experience to help you and your dog, all from the comfort of your own home.
My training guides
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Teach your dog to respond to their name consistently.
Build focus and trust through eye contact.
Train calm behaviour at doorways for better control.
Master loose-lead walking basics for stress-free strolls.
Start troubleshooting common problem behaviours.
3x Enrichment videos
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Includes everything in Guide 1, plus:
Understand why dogs pull and how to prevent it.
Learn step-by-step loose-lead walking techniques.
Play engaging games like the “Rain Game” for focus.
Get a structured plan for calm, enjoyable walks.
Discover gear and enrichment tips to improve training.
3x Enrichment videos
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Includes everything in Guides 1 + 2, plus:
Teach a reliable recall your dog can’t resist.
Avoid common recall mistakes like “poisoned cues.”
Use fun challenges like “Temptation Alley” to build skills.
Tailor recall training to your dog’s breed and instincts.
Enjoy safe, off-lead adventures with confidence.
3x Enrichment videos
Let me introduce myself
My lifelong love for dogs began in Cape Town, South Africa. I grew up surrounded by animals, including my family's multiple rescue dogs. My passion for dog training started after I was bitten by a big dog as a child. I wanted to learn everything I could to better understand canine body language.
After moving to the UK in 2014, my journey continued with the adoption of Kai (German Shepherd) and later Cora - both Romanian street dogs. Cora was highly reactive to other dogs. Wanting to help and understand her better, I did everything I could to deepen my knowledge of canine behaviour and training, and thus The Big Dog Trainer was founded!
So what’s included
Building Strong Foundations, Loose Lead Walking, and Reliable Recall are all linked together. The skills that you will learn in Building Strong Foundations will teach you HOW to train your dog, so you can apply these methods to any new behaviours you’d like your dog to learn!
These 3 guides will walk you through step by step training exercises that you can do with your dog. Focussing on Loose Lead Mastery, and Reliable Recall - these guides will set you up for successful walks, and off lead freedom.
The best part? You can complete these guides at your own pace, from the comfort of your own home.
What our customers think
“Lucy’s "Loose Lead Mastery" is a lifesaver! It builds perfectly on Guide 1, providing clear steps to address pulling on the lead with patience and positivity. The Rain Game and door-dashing exercises are great for setting the tone of a calm walk, and the enrichment activities keep Milo happy and stimulated. The troubleshooting tips are practical, ensuring progress at any pace. This guide has transformed our walks - they’re now calm and enjoyable! I highly recommend it!”
Erica, owner of a spirited Labrador named Milo
“As first-time dog parents, we struggled with our pup Bailey jumping on guests and ignoring cues. Lucy’s guide was a game-changer! By practicing the 3D’s and teaching eye contact, Bailey now listens even in busy parks. This guide made training fun, simple, and so rewarding - thank you!”
Sarah & Tom (and Bailey)
"I've really enjoyed working through these training guides with Lolly. Guide 1 helped us establish strong foundations with name recognition and eye contact, which made a big difference in our communication. Guide 2 improved our walks with loose lead walking, and by the time we reached Guide 3, recall training felt much more natural. The clear, step-by-step approach made it easy for both Lolly and I to stay engaged. If you're looking for a gentle but effective way to improve your dog's behaviour, these guides are definitely worth exploring."
Aisha (and Lolly the Old Tyme Bulldog)
"Lucy’s training guides have been a game-changer for our excitable British Bull Terrier, Max! Guide 1 helped us build focus and communication, Guide 2 made loose lead walking a breeze, and Guide 3 improved Max’s recall so much that off-lead walks are now fun and safe. These guides are clear, practical, and packed with results - I can’t recommend them enough!"
Jake (and Max the British Bull Terrier)
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