Wildpaw Pathways

At Wildpaw Pathways, our free initial consultation is your relaxed, no-pressure starting point — a friendly 20–30 minute chat designed to truly listen to you and your dog's story.

Imagine this: You hop on a quick call (or video if you prefer), share what's going on — maybe your pup pulls like a train on walks, gets over-excited around people, struggles to settle alone, or you're just a new owner wanting the best start for your puppy. No judgement, no rush to sell anything — just genuine understanding.

In return, you'll get:

- Honest, tailored insights into why certain behaviours happen (often it's not "bad" behaviour, but unmet needs or missing tools).

- Clear recommendations on the right mix of services — whether enriching walks that double as gentle training, one-to-one sessions for loose-lead mastery or reactivity support, puppy socialisation, or a custom package.

- Practical next steps and tips you can try right away, even if you don't book immediately.

- A real sense of partnership — we're here to celebrate your dog's wild spirit while helping both of you feel calmer, more connected, and excited about daily life together.

It's completely free, zero commitment, and many owners say this chat alone brings relief and clarity — like finally having someone in their corner who gets it.

Ready to chat? Book your spot in seconds via our easy calendar — pick a time that works for you, answer a couple quick questions about your pup (breed, age, main challenge), and we'll take it from there.

No hard sell, no awkward follow-ups — just a supportive conversation to help your dog's tail wag a little freer.

Let's uncover your pup's perfect pathway together — your free consultation awaits! 🐾

At Wildpaw Pathways, dog walking isn't just about ticking off steps — it's an unleashed adventure that lets your dog's wild spirit run free while gently building the skills and calm they need for real life.

Picture this: your pup bounding along a scent-filled trail, nose to the ground, tail high and wagging wildly as they discover new smells, chase breezes, and stretch their legs in wide-open nature. We let them sniff to their heart's content (their ultimate stress-buster and brain workout), weave in playful loose-lead moments, quick recall games, and calm check-ins — all without ever feeling like a strict lesson. Every walk becomes a fun, rewarding journey that tires them out mentally and physically, so they come home content, relaxed, and ready for a peaceful nap.

But we go further: walks aren't confined to parks or fields. We venture into pet-friendly cafés, shops, and restaurants too — helping your dog practice settling under tables, polite greetings, and staying calm amid gentle distractions. It's real-world confidence-building that turns everyday outings into positive experiences for both of you.

Whether your dog is a high-energy explorer craving daily thrills, a bouncy adolescent learning manners, a sensitive soul needing low-pressure support, or a puppy discovering the world safely — our walks are tailored to their personality and your goals. Solo adventures for focused attention, small compatible group walks for social pups who love the pack vibe — all delivered with the same dedicated, judgement-free care.

The result? A happier, more balanced dog who feels understood and secure... and an owner who finally looks forward to walks again — smiling at the soft eye contact, laughing at silly zoomies, or simply relaxing over coffee with their pup curled up beside them.

Walks with Wildpaw Pathways aren't routine — they're the spark that reignites joy, strengthens your bond, and makes every day feel like an adventure worth taking together.

Ready to turn your dog's walks into something special? Book your free consultation today — let's discover the perfect path for your pup! 🐾

At Wildpaw Pathways, dog walking isn't just about ticking off steps — it's an unleashed adventure that lets your dog's wild spirit run free while gently building the skills and calm they need for real life.

Picture this: your pup bounding along a scent-filled trail, nose to the ground, tail high and wagging wildly as they discover new smells, chase breezes, and stretch their legs in wide-open nature. We let them **sniff to their heart's content** (their ultimate stress-buster and brain workout), weave in playful loose-lead moments, quick recall games, and calm check-ins — all without ever feeling like a strict lesson. Every walk becomes a fun, rewarding journey that tires them out mentally and physically, so they come home content, relaxed, and ready for a peaceful nap.

But we go further: walks aren't confined to parks or fields. We venture into pet-friendly cafés, shops, and restaurants too — helping your dog practice settling under tables, polite greetings, and staying calm amid gentle distractions. It's real-world confidence-building that turns everyday outings into positive experiences for both of you.

Whether your dog is a high-energy explorer craving daily thrills, a bouncy adolescent learning manners, a sensitive soul needing low-pressure support, or a puppy discovering the world safely — our walks are tailored to their personality and your goals. Solo adventures for focused attention, small compatible group walks for social pups who love the pack vibe — all delivered with the same dedicated, judgement-free care.

The result? A happier, more balanced dog who feels understood and secure... and an owner who finally looks forward to walks again — smiling at the soft eye contact, laughing at silly zoomies, or simply relaxing over coffee with their pup curled up beside them.

Walks with Wildpaw Pathways aren't routine — they're the spark that reignites joy, strengthens your bond, and makes every day feel like an adventure worth taking together.

Ready to turn your dog's walks into something special? Book your free consultation today — let's discover the perfect path for your pup! 🐾

At Wildpaw Pathways, our dog training is all about building a joyful, trusting partnership between you and your pup — using only kind, force-free, positive reinforcement methods that make learning fun and effective for both of you.

We focus on the real-life skills most owners need:

- Loose-lead walking that turns stressful pulls into relaxed, enjoyable strolls — rewarding calm steps and natural sniffing so your dog chooses to stay by your side.

- Reliable recall that works even amid distractions — through exciting games and high-value rewards, so your dog eagerly comes running when called.

- Puppy basics & socialisation — gentle, playful foundations like polite greetings, impulse control (no jumping or mouthing), sit/stay, and positive exposures to new people/sounds/surfaces, helping your pup grow into a confident, well-mannered companion.

- Everyday manners and confidence — settling calmly in busy spots (cafés, shops), reducing over-excitement or barking, and building security for shy or reactive dogs.

Every session is tailored to your dog's unique personality, energy, and your lifestyle — no cookie-cutter plans. We blend one-to-one guidance with real-world practice during enriching walks, so skills stick in the places that matter most. Progress is step-by-step, with home tips, encouragement, and plenty of treats, praise, and play to keep tails wagging and motivation high.

The result? A happier, calmer dog who feels understood and eager to learn, and an owner who feels confident, connected, and excited about life together — without guilt, frustration, or force. Training becomes a shared adventure that strengthens your bond every single day.

Ready to start your pup's positive journey? Book your free consultation today — let's chat about what you and your dog truly need! 🐾

At Wildpaw Pathways, our dog training is all about building a joyful, trusting partnership between you and your pup — using only kind, force-free, positive reinforcement methods that make learning fun and effective for both of you.

We focus on the real-life skills most owners need:

- Loose-lead walking that turns stressful pulls into relaxed, enjoyable strolls — rewarding calm steps and natural sniffing so your dog chooses to stay by your side.

- Reliable recall that works even amid distractions — through exciting games and high-value rewards, so your dog eagerly comes running when called.

- Puppy basics & socialisation — gentle, playful foundations like polite greetings, impulse control (no jumping or mouthing), sit/stay, and positive exposures to new people/sounds/surfaces, helping your pup grow into a confident, well-mannered companion.

- Everyday manners and confidence — settling calmly in busy spots (cafés, shops), reducing over-excitement or barking, and building security for shy or reactive dogs.

Every session is tailored to your dog's unique personality, energy, and your lifestyle — no cookie-cutter plans. We blend one-to-one guidance with real-world practice during enriching walks, so skills stick in the places that matter most. Progress is step-by-step, with home tips, encouragement, and plenty of treats, praise, and play to keep tails wagging and motivation high.

The result? A happier, calmer dog who feels understood and eager to learn, and an owner who feels confident, connected, and excited about life together — without guilt, frustration, or force. Training becomes a shared adventure that strengthens your bond every single day.

Ready to start your pup's positive journey? Book your free consultation today — let's chat about what you and your dog truly need! 🐾

At Wildpaw Pathways, our dog training is all about building a joyful, trusting partnership between you and your pup — using only kind, force-free, positive reinforcement methods that make learning fun and effective for both of you.

We focus on the real-life skills most owners need:

- Loose-lead walking that turns stressful pulls into relaxed, enjoyable strolls — rewarding calm steps and natural sniffing so your dog chooses to stay by your side.

- Reliable recall that works even amid distractions — through exciting games and high-value rewards, so your dog eagerly comes running when called.

- Puppy basics & socialisation — gentle, playful foundations like polite greetings, impulse control (no jumping or mouthing), sit/stay, and positive exposures to new people/sounds/surfaces, helping your pup grow into a confident, well-mannered companion.

- Everyday manners and confidence — settling calmly in busy spots (cafés, shops), reducing over-excitement or barking, and building security for shy or reactive dogs.

Every session is tailored to your dog's unique personality, energy, and your lifestyle — no cookie-cutter plans. We blend one-to-one guidance with real-world practice during enriching walks, so skills stick in the places that matter most. Progress is step-by-step, with home tips, encouragement, and plenty of treats, praise, and play to keep tails wagging and motivation high.

The result? A happier, calmer dog who feels understood and eager to learn, and an owner who feels confident, connected, and excited about life together — without guilt, frustration, or force. Training becomes a shared adventure that strengthens your bond every single day.

Ready to start your pup's positive journey? Book your free consultation today — let's chat about what you and your dog truly need! 🐾

Puppy Training Classes at Wildpaw Pathways

£25 per class

Welcome to the most joyful start your puppy could ask for! PM us for your class time

Our small-group puppy training classes are all about fun, positive vibes, and setting your little one up for a lifetime of good manners and confidence. Perfect for pups aged 8 weeks to around 6 months, these supportive sessions blend play-based learning with gentle guidance so your puppy grows into a happy, well-adjusted companion.

What happens in class?

- Foundational skills — Sit, stay, come when called, loose-lead walking basics, and polite greetings.

- Polite play & impulse control — Safe, supervised interaction with other puppies to learn bite inhibition, no jumping/mouthing, and how to settle down.

- Socialisation magic — Positive exposures to new people, sounds, surfaces, and friendly dogs in a controlled, rewarding environment.

- Lots of rewards — Treats, praise, games, and tail-wagging fun — everything is positive so learning feels exciting, never scary.

Classes are held in safe, stimulating outdoor spaces (weather permitting), with small groups carefully matched for compatibility. You'll leave each session with practical tips to practice at home, progress updates for your pup, and the confidence that you're building strong foundations together.

Whether you're a first-time puppy parent or want to give your new rescue pup the best head start, these classes turn bouncy beginners into calm, outgoing adventurers who love learning and love you even more.

Spaces fill fast for the best experience — enquire or book your spot today via the free consultation!

Let's give your puppy the paws-itive beginning they deserve. 🐾

Here are some happy pups thriving in training sessions just like ours:

Ready to join the fun? Get in touch — your pup's adventure starts here!

Puppy Socialisation at Wildpaw Pathways

£30 per session

Give your puppy the best possible start in a fun, gentle, and carefully guided group setting!

Our puppy socialisation sessions are all about positive early experiences that help your little one grow into a confident, well-adjusted companion. Perfect for puppies aged roughly 8 weeks to 6 months, these small-group meet-ups focus on:

- Safe, supervised introductions to new people, sounds, surfaces, handling, and (where appropriate) calm, friendly dogs

- Building trust and reducing future fear or reactivity through rewarding, low-pressure exposures

- Learning to enjoy touch, grooming, vet-like handling, and everyday surprises

- Gentle play and polite interaction that teaches boundaries and bite inhibition

Everything is done with kindness and patience — lots of treats, praise, play, and encouragement so your puppy associates new things with joy rather than worry. Sessions are held in safe, stimulating outdoor spaces (weather permitting), keeping groups small so every pup gets individual attention and we can match energy levels and temperaments for harmony.

Puppy parents leave each session with practical tips to continue the good work at home, plus the reassurance that their little explorer is on track for a happy, sociable future.

Spaces are limited to keep it calm and effective — enquire today or book via your free consultation to secure a spot in our next puppy socialisation group!

Let’s help your puppy discover the world with wagging tails and zero worries. 🐾

Assistance Dog Training at Wildpaws Pathways

£150 per dedicated session (custom programmes priced on consultation)

Imagine having a loyal companion who truly understands your needs — alerting you to rising anxiety, providing deep pressure during overwhelm, retrieving dropped items when mobility is challenging, or simply offering steady, calming presence in a world that can feel unpredictable.

At Wildpaws Pathways, our Assistance Dog Training empowers you to train your own dog (or a carefully selected pup) to perform life-changing tasks tailored to your specific disability or condition — whether physical, sensory, medical, psychiatric, or neurodiverse-related.

We specialise in owner-trained assistance dogs, guiding you step by step through a personalised, force-free programme that honours your dog's natural spirit while building reliable, public-access-ready skills. Using only positive reinforcement (rewards, play, praise), we focus on:

- Task-specific training — from alerting to medical events, deep pressure therapy, guiding, retrieval, or interrupting harmful behaviours.

- Public access & manners — calm behaviour in shops, cafés, restaurants, transport, and crowds; loose-lead walking, settling quietly, ignoring distractions.

- Confidence & reliability — desensitisation to triggers, proofing tasks in real-world environments, and building unbreakable focus on you.

- Ongoing support — custom schedules, progress tracking, home exercises, video check-ins, and annual refreshers so your partnership stays strong.

This isn't generic obedience — it's meaningful, task-focused work that can increase independence, reduce reliance on others, and foster a profound bond between you and your dog. In the UK, properly trained owner-assisted assistance dogs have full public access rights under the Equality Act 2010 — no certification required, just high standards of behaviour and task performance.

Whether you're starting with a promising family dog or exploring if assistance training fits your needs, we begin with a free consultation to discuss your situation, assess suitability, and outline a realistic pathway forward.

Ready to explore how your dog could become your greatest ally? Get in touch today — we're here to support every step of this empowering journey together. 🐾

Reactivity & Aggression Training at Wildpaw Pathways

£50 per 1-hour session (custom packages available)

If your dog barks, lunges, growls, or stiffens every time another dog appears, a person walks by too close, or a bike zooms past, you know how exhausting — and heartbreaking — those walks can become. The tension on the lead, the racing heart (yours and theirs), the constant scanning for triggers… it can make you dread the very thing that should bring joy: time outside with your best friend.

At Wildpaw Pathways, we specialise in turning that stress into calm, confident freedom — one gentle, rewarding step at a time.

Our reactivity and aggression training is 100% force-free and positive: no yelling, no punishment, no aversive tools. We use science-backed methods (desensitisation, counter-conditioning, BAT-style threshold work) to help your dog feel safe and in control around the things that once scared or frustrated them.

What that looks like in practice:

- We start with generous distance — far enough that your dog notices the trigger but stays relaxed enough to eat treats, think, and choose calm over reaction.

- We reward every soft glance at you, every relaxed ear flick, every moment they choose to stay connected instead of exploding.

- Gradually — and only as fast as your dog is comfortable — we close the gap, turning triggers from threats into background noise.

- Sessions take place in real-world environments (quiet trails to busier parks, even pet-friendly spots) so progress transfers straight to your daily life.

The changes we see are beautiful:

- A dog who once exploded at 20 metres now walks past calmly at half that distance, glancing at their owner with soft eyes and taking a treat.

- An owner who used to brace for impact now breathes easily, smiles, and says, “I can’t believe how different this feels.”

- Walks that were battles become adventures again — tails wagging, heads up, both of you enjoying the world together.

This isn’t about “fixing” your dog or forcing them to “behave.” It’s about helping them understand the world is safe, that you’ve got their back, and that good things happen when they stay connected to you.

If reactivity or aggression is stealing the joy from your time together, we’re here in a completely judgement-free space to listen to your story and build a custom pathway forward — starting with your free consultation.

Let’s turn those tense moments into peaceful ones… and get back to enjoying the walks you both deserve. 🐾

Ready to take the first gentle step? Get in touch today — we’re excited to help your dog feel safe and you feel proud again.

Group Walks at Wildpaw Pathways

£12 per dog

Unleash the fun of the pack! Our small-group walks (max 4–6 carefully matched, compatible dogs) are pure tail-wagging joy — supervised adventures where confident, social pups get to romp, sniff, play, and practice real-world manners in a safe, stimulating environment.

Picture this: your dog bounding along scenic trails, discovering new scents with furry friends, chasing breezes, and learning polite greetings and calm focus amid gentle play — all while burning energy the natural way. These aren't just walks; they're social learning sessions wrapped in adventure, helping build confidence, burn off zoomies, and reinforce good behaviour through positive peer interaction.

Perfect for outgoing, friendly dogs who thrive on company and love the excitement of a little pack dynamic. We carefully assess compatibility for safety and harmony, so every pup feels included and secure.

Owners love it too: more affordable than solo walks, bigger energy release for high-drive breeds, and the bonus of watching your dog blossom in a social setting — often leading to calmer, happier behaviour at home.

Ready for your pup to join the adventure crew? Spaces are limited for the best experience — book your free consultation today to see if group walks are the perfect fit! 🐾

Let's get those tails wagging in the pack!

Online Training at Wildpaws Pathways

£30 per 1-hr session

Convenient, effective, and completely stress-free — our virtual dog training sessions bring expert, positive reinforcement guidance straight to your living room via video call!

Perfect for busy owners, those with mobility limitations, puppies in early stages, or dogs who do better in familiar, low-pressure home environments, these live one-to-one sessions let us work together in real time on your specific goals — whether it's loose-lead basics, recall from distractions, impulse control, confidence building, separation troubleshooting, or reactivity management.

What makes it special:

- Tailored just for you — We start with your dog's unique personality, home setup, and challenges, then create fun, reward-based exercises (treats, play, praise) that fit your routine.

- Hands-on coaching from home — You'll get clear demos, step-by-step instructions, real-time feedback, and adjustments as we watch your pup in action. No travel, no distractions from other dogs — just focused progress in the space where behaviours happen most.

- Flexible and engaging — Sessions are interactive and enjoyable, with plenty of "aha!" moments as your dog lights up with understanding and joy. We include follow-up tips, homework ideas, and progress check-ins to keep momentum going between calls.

Ideal for theory discussions, behaviour troubleshooting, or building skills without leaving your couch — many owners love how relaxed both they and their dog feel, leading to faster confidence and stronger bonds.

Ready to train from the comfort of home? Book your free consultation today to see if online sessions are the perfect fit for you and your pup — let's make progress fun and effortless! 🐾