top of page

Group Dog Training Classes and Workshops – Stoke-on-Trent & Staffordshire

Looking for expert-led group dog training classes in Stoke-on-Trent or the surrounding Staffordshire area? You're in the right place! At Kamila’s Dog Training, we offer fun, friendly, and effective group sessions designed to help you build a stronger bond with your dog while working on real-life skills, behaviour, and confidence.

Our classes use positive reinforcement, science-backed methods, and a personal approach to support your dog’s emotional well-being and learning style.

Kamila’s Dog Training workshops provide an unbeatable combination of expert knowledge, hands-on practice, and personalised guidance. Whether you want to improve loose lead walking, recall training, or manage reactive dog behaviour, our workshops are designed to empower you with the skills and confidence to create lasting change.

Puppy Power – Group Puppy Training in Stoke-on-Trent

​​5-week course | Starting: 2nd August | Intro Price: £80 in August (normally £100 – save 20%)

Our popular Puppy Power course is the perfect place to start your dog’s training journey. Held in Stoke-on-Trent, these weekly sessions are full of learning, play, and positive socialisation.

Ideal for puppies aged 8 weeks to 6 months, this group class covers everything a growing pup (and their human!) needs to thrive.

What We Cover:

  • ✅ Toilet training and managing puppy biting

  • ✅ Building focus and attention in busy environments

  • ✅ Recall training – your puppy comes when called!

  • ✅ Loose lead walking – calm, happy walks without pulling

  • ✅ Confidence-building around new places, people & objects

  • ✅ The difference between "Stay" and "Wait" cues

  • ✅ Learning to leave and drop objects on cue

  • ✅ Fun, reward-based play and toy drive exercises

  • ✅ Encouraging calm social interactions with other puppies

  • ✅ Understanding dog body language and healthy play signals

This is a fantastic foundation course for anyone wanting puppy training in Stoke-on-Trent that actually works in the real world. Each class is designed to be engaging, practical, and supportive — helping you raise a well-mannered, confident dog.

Spots are limited, so book early to secure your place!

Teen Tornadoes – Group Training for Adolescent Dogs in Stoke-on-Trent

4-week course | Only £80 in August (normally £100 – save 20%)
For dogs aged 6 months and older

Is your sweet puppy turning into a cheeky teenager overnight? Don’t worry – it’s completely normal! The Teen Tornadoes group course is designed to support you and your dog through the often challenging adolescent stage.

This 4-week dog training course in Stoke-on-Trent helps channel all that extra energy into focus, manners, and better behaviour, with a strong foundation in positive reinforcement and real-life skills.

What We Cover:

  • ✅ Building focus and impulse control in exciting environments

  • ✅ Practising loose lead walking with distractions

  • ✅ Strengthening your dog’s recall – even around other dogs

  • ✅ Understanding and managing hormonal teenage behaviours

  • ✅ Creating a calm mindset before walks and greetings

  • ✅ Learning the difference between “Wait” and “Stay”

  • ✅ Boosting engagement through fun games and reward-based training

  • ✅ Leave & Drop cues to prevent unwanted grabbing or chewing

  • ✅ Encouraging better social manners with dogs and people

  • ✅ Building confidence in new situations and environments

Perfect for dogs that suddenly “forget everything they’ve learned” or start testing boundaries. This course helps your young dog refocus, rebuilds your connection, and brings back the joy of walks and everyday life.

Loose Leaders® – No More Being Dragged Around the Neighbourhood!

4-week course | £100 in August (normally £125 – save £25!)
Open to dogs of all ages – from bouncy puppies to strong adult dogs

Tired of being pulled down the street like a human sledge? Our Loose Leaders® course is the ultimate solution for owners who want calm, happy, controlled walks without the stress.

As a certified Loose Leaders® instructor for Dog Training College, I’m proud to offer this specialist course in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire, using fun, game-based methods that dogs love and owners can easily follow.

This group class is ideal for dogs that pull on the lead, whether they're excitable puppies, distracted adolescents, or powerful adult dogs who never quite got the manners.

What We Cover:

  • ✅ Understanding why dogs pull and how to stop it – for good

  • ✅ Teaching loose lead walking skills that work in the real world

  • ✅ Boosting your dog’s focus and connection on walks

  • ✅ Game-based methods to build engagement and self-control

  • ✅ Encouraging calm walking past dogs, people & distractions

  • ✅ Creating predictability and structure on every outing

  • ✅ Building strong handler-dog communication on the lead

  • ✅ Replacing frustration with fun and teamwork

No harsh tools or punishment here — just clear, consistent, positive training that strengthens your bond and helps you both enjoy walks again.

Looking for loose lead walking classes in Stoke-on-Trent or the best training for dogs that pull in Staffordshire? This course is for you.

Rapid Recallers® – Teach Your Dog to Come Back… Even from a Squirrel Chase!

4-week course | £100 in August (normally £125 – save £25!)
Perfect for dogs of all ages who struggle with coming back when called

If your dog suddenly becomes “deaf” when off the lead — especially when there’s a bird, squirrel, or other dog nearby — this is the course for you!

As a certified Rapid Recallers® Instructor, trained and approved by the Dog Training College, I’m thrilled to offer this proven, game-based recall course in Stoke-on-Trent and across Staffordshire. You’ll learn exactly how to get your dog to come back the first time, every time — even around big distractions.

Whether you're dealing with a curious puppy or an independent adult dog, this class builds reliable recall in a fun, positive and pressure-free way.

What We Cover:

  • ✅ Teaching your dog to respond instantly when called

  • ✅ Using games and play to make YOU more rewarding than distractions

  • ✅ Building a strong recall cue that works anywhere

  • ✅ Handling off-lead freedom safely and confidently

  • ✅ Strengthening your dog’s focus around people, dogs & wildlife

  • ✅ Strategies to break through selective hearing

  • ✅ Creating consistency and reliability across different environments

  • ✅ How to use long lines effectively for success

With clear guidance and supportive coaching, you’ll learn how to turn your dog’s recall from unreliable to unstoppable.

Reactive Rascals® – Helping Your Dog Stay Calm, Cool, and Collected

5-week course | £320 in August (normally £400– save 20%)
Small groups – maximum 4 dogs per class

Is your dog struggling with reactivity—barking, lunging, or overreacting to other dogs, people, or stimuli? The Reactive Rascals® course is designed to help you understand and manage your dog’s reactivity with kindness, science, and proven techniques.

This small group course offers personalised attention, with a maximum of four dogs per session, ensuring you get the support and guidance you need.

What You’ll Learn:

1. Understanding Reactivity

Discover the science behind canine reactivity and learn to see it from a new perspective. We’ll debunk common myths and help you understand what it means to have a reactive dog. You’ll also get practical strategies to cope and support your dog’s emotional well-being.

2. Become Your Dog’s Superhero

Learn how to become a confident advocate for your dog, turning challenges into strengths. This section is packed with effective tips and techniques to help you get the results you want in everyday life.

3. The Reactive Rascals Method

Explore the three core principles that, when applied correctly, will transform your relationship with your dog and retrain their brain to reduce unwanted reactivity and overreactions.

4. The Reactive Rascals Toolkit

Gain hands-on experience with proven tools and exercises designed to create real-life results. You’ll learn fun games, calming techniques, and activities.

This course is suitable for owners of reactive dogs who want compassionate, effective support in a small, focused group setting. Whether your dog is reactive to other dogs, strangers, noises, or situations, Reactive Rascals® gives you the knowledge, confidence, and tools to help your dog stay calm and balanced.

Expert Dog Training Workshops in Stoke-on-Trent – Kamila’s Dog Training

Kamila’s Dog Training is proud to introduce a range of specialised dog training workshops designed for dog owners and professionals throughout Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, and the UK. These workshops are perfect for those who want to deepen their knowledge, improve their training skills, and understand their dogs better, whether you bring your dog along or attend as a spectator.

Loose Leaders® Workshop – Master Loose Lead Walking

3 hours | £75 with dog / £45 spectator (no dog)
This in-depth workshop is ideal for dog owners struggling with pulling on the lead or wanting to improve loose lead walking skills. Led by a certified Loose Leaders® instructor (Dog Training College accredited), the session combines classroom learning, practical exercises, and useful handouts to ensure you leave confident and equipped. Spectators can save money and still gain valuable insights by watching real owners and dogs in action.

Rapid Recallers® Workshop – Reliable Recall Every Time

3 hours | £75 with dog / £45 spectator (no dog)
Designed to teach you how to get your dog to come back quickly and reliably—even in high distraction environments—this workshop is packed with effective, science-backed techniques. Join us for engaging classroom training, hands-on practice with your dog, and comprehensive take-home materials. Spectators are welcome to attend at a reduced rate, benefiting from observing live training demonstrations.

Reactive Rascals® Workshop – Overcome Canine Reactivity

5 hours | £115 (no dogs)
Accredited by the Dog Training College, this comprehensive workshop is tailored for dog owners and professionals eager to understand and manage canine reactivity. Rated 5 stars by over 500 previous attendees, the workshop includes an 86-page digital manual, certificate of completion, digital badge, and CPD points.

You’ll explore:

  • The science behind canine reactivity and common myths

  • How to become your dog’s advocate and improve your partnership

  • The Reactive Rascals Method, focusing on retraining the reactive brain

  • Practical tools and exercises

FOLLOW OUR PAWPRINTS

  • Whatsapp
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • TikTok
Kamila Szpak Certfied Dog Trainer
PetFirstAidBadge
Kamila Szpak
Verified
Advance CBL Specialist
Puppy_Training
Canine reactivity Speacialist
Read

© 2022 by Kamila's Dog Training - Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire UK​

bottom of page