My dog training in Leamington Spa is designed for puppy owners, adult dog owners and families who want practical, personalised help without relying on one-size-fits-all advice. I work through structured, reward-based programmes that support the dog’s behaviour, emotional wellbeing and relationship with their owner.

Bringing home a puppy can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. My one-to-one puppy programmes help owners develop strong foundations while addressing the practical challenges that often appear during the first months.
Support may include toilet training, crate training, biting, recall, lead walking, calm behaviour, confidence and settling at home.
The programme is suited to owners who want clear guidance from the beginning and would value support that reflects their puppy’s personality, household and daily routine.
The adult dog training programmes help owners improve the skills that make everyday life more enjoyable. This may include walking calmly on the lead, returning when called, listening around distractions, managing excitement and settling more easily.
I first look at what is happening in your dog’s normal environment before creating a plan that fits your goals and lifestyle. Sessions may include home-based coaching, training walks, practical exercises and continued support between appointments.
This option is ideal for owners who want focused one-to-one help rather than generic group advice.
Behaviour concerns can affect walks, visitors, home life and an owner’s confidence. I support dogs who bark, lunge, react, worry, struggle around other dogs or find certain situations difficult to manage.
My approach looks beyond the behaviour itself. I consider what may be triggering the response, how the dog is feeling and what changes can help them cope more successfully.
Owners receive practical strategies, structured exercises and guidance that helps them understand what to do both during and between sessions.
Dogs experiencing separation anxiety can become distressed when left, even for short periods. My online support helps owners understand their dog’s current tolerance and work through a gradual training plan.
The programme may be suitable for dogs who bark, pace, panic, become destructive or cannot settle when separated from their owner.
Online delivery allows progress to take place within the dog’s normal home environment, where separation-related difficulties occur.
Breed tendencies can influence how a dog learns, responds to stimulation and copes with daily life. I adapt our support to the individual dog while also considering the natural traits associated with their breed or crossbreed.
Spaniels may benefit from recall work, scent-based activities, impulse control and suitable outlets for their working drive. Cockapoos, Cavapoos, Sproodles and other poodle crosses may need greater support with independence, barking, anxiety and calm behaviour.
Breed-aware training helps owners use their dog’s natural strengths while addressing the challenges most relevant to their home and lifestyle.
Owners who want to continue learning at home can use our online dog training courses. Available resources cover areas such as puppy foundations, recall, everyday behaviour and helping dogs feel more comfortable when left alone.
These courses can provide additional structure between one-to-one sessions or offer a flexible starting point for owners who prefer self-paced learning.
My dog training approach explains how we combine whole-dog assessment, owner coaching and reward-based methods to support meaningful change.

Owners often need help with situations that arise during normal walks, busy household routines and regular outings. A dog may behave calmly at home but struggle around distractions, or respond well indoors but lose focus once outside.
The programmes can help with:
Training is adapted around the environments and situations that matter in your daily life rather than being limited to controlled exercises that are difficult to use elsewhere.
I provide in-person puppy training, dog training and behaviour support by appointment. Depending on the programme, sessions may take place at home, during practical training walks or within another suitable environment.
I also support owners in Coventry, Kenilworth and nearby areas, while separation anxiety programmes and selected online resources are available across the UK.

EXCELLENT Based on 90 reviews Posted on Google Pippa DavisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Carrie has transformed my dogs' lives (and mine!). Carrie first helped us when our Tibetan mastiff was a puppy and we had no idea how to train and engage with such a large dog. She was a phenomenal help with Hugo and now Hugo sees her as life long family! We wouldn't know what we'd have done without Carrie. Recently I've worked with Carrie with my dog Poppy, who became so frightened of walks outside, loud noises, cars being near by, I was so worried and didn't know what to do. Carrie met me and Poppy where we were and helped us build up Poppy's confidence step by step. She also noticed something in Poppy's gait that she suggested we check out, and I am so glad I did because there was underlying muscle pain that I wouldn't have been aware of at all otherwise! Her knowledge, care and expertise is outstanding and our dogs love her to bits. Would highly recommend Carrie to any dog owner with a new puppy or is stuck not knowing how to help their dog!Posted on Google Geraldine WynneTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Carey was extremely helpful with my new puppy, she helped me through the difficult early days 💚Posted on Google Alan SchofieldTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Carrie came recommended for 121 training and started by giving us lots of info and tips which have become good routines for us and dog. Our specific needs were about walking calmly whilst cars passed and Carrie showed us how to keep our dog close on the pavement rather than rush ahead. She trained us on how to distract our dog successfully when cars approached and advised on how to build up her exposure to more traffic over time. Carrie was very professional, reassuring and helpful in her approach. We can thoroughly recommend her service.Posted on Google Katie BraithwaiteTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Carrie is very knowledgeable about all aspects of training even down to getting our toddler involved and how to help our cocker spaniel loose some weight. We would definitely recommend Carrie to anyone looking for some support for their pooch. Thank you!Posted on Google martin priceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We cannot recommend Carrie at Carrie’s Canines highly enough. From the very beginning, Carrie took the time to understand both us and our dog’s individual needs, creating a personalised training plan that was tailored and adapted each week as we progressed. With Carrie’s guidance, we have seen a huge improvement in our dog’s hypersensitivity, anxiety, lead pulling, demand barking and reactivity. Her calm, knowledgeable and positive approach has given us the confidence and skills to continue reinforcing the training at home. What really sets Carrie apart is her ongoing support. She was always available whenever we needed advice, reassurance or guidance, and genuinely cared about helping us achieve the best outcome. Thanks to Carrie’s dedication and expertise, our dog is much happier, calmer and more enjoyable to walk, and we feel much more confident as owners. We would highly recommend Carrie’s Canines to anyone looking for a professional, supportive and highly effective dog trainer.Posted on Google Damien FaulknerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Engaged the help of Carrie to work on training my reactive 9yr old terrier, both at home and in public. Carrie was great with my dog from the off, offering loads of support, resources and training tips for us to work on. For example, a change of diet and some easy training tips for us when leaving the house saw a big increase in calmness for our dog. A nice win very early on, with something we’d struggled with for ages 😃 Carrie worked with my dog and I for about 3 months in total, not every week, sometimes a couple of weeks apart, but I can genuinely say I’ve seen massive progress, and the training was fun for my dog and I, and a long term benefit. Would recommend Carrie to anyone thinking of dog training, it was a brilliant thing for my dog to do and I feel like I got the results I was looking for in a calmer and less vocal dog 10/10 for Carrie 🤩Posted on Google brian parrittTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Artemis and Alejandro had 5 days training with Carrie what a improvement she has made for these 2 Dalmatians i’m glad we went with Carrie I would recommend her to anybodyPosted on Google RichardTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had some great training sessions with Carrie with noticeable results. She took the time initially to really understand our cocker spaniel’s personality & our needs & then formulated a training plan to help. Carrie was at hand if we needed any further help between training sessions & always responded promptly with some encouraging advice. We feel Carrie has now given us all the training tools needed to embed those right behaviours. Many thanks from Jenny & RichardPosted on Google VicTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Carrie was extremely helpful and patient with training ideas for our VERY lively puppy.Working with him and adapting to our needs and requirements as we went along. It’s obviously a work in progress but we feel there has been a lot of progress and we are definitely getting there thanks to all her help and advice. Would definitely recommend !!!Posted on Google ShannonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Carrie was amazing, always listened to my concerns and shown ways around them! My puppy picked up so much with the programme we went with! Thanks so much Carrie
I support puppy training, recall, lead walking, over-excitement, barking, reactivity, separation anxiety, confidence and other everyday behaviour concerns.
Send me some information about your dog, their age, the difficulties you are experiencing and the changes you would like to see. We can then discuss the most appropriate programme.
Yes. My main puppy, dog and behaviour services are personalised one-to-one programmes created around the individual dog and owner.
My priority is tailored individual support rather than conventional group training. Separation anxiety support may include online group or one-to-one options depending on the programme available.
Yes. Home sessions may be appropriate where behaviour is connected to the household environment, visitors, settling or daily routines. Training walks may also be used where outdoor skills need attention.
Yes. I support dogs who worry, react or struggle to cope in certain situations. Training is adapted to the dog’s emotional needs and current ability.
Yes. I have experience supporting spaniels and poodle crosses, including Cocker Spaniels, Springer Spaniels, Cockapoos, Cavapoos, Cockerpoos and Sproodles.
Progress depends on the dog, the behaviour being addressed and how consistently the plan is followed. Some owners notice early changes within a few sessions, while more complex concerns require steady, gradual work.
Pricing varies according to the service and support required. Once we understand your dog’s needs, we can explain the relevant programme and what is included.
The right training should help both the dog and the owner feel more capable. My programmes combine practical exercises, emotional understanding and ongoing coaching so that progress can continue beyond the session and become part of everyday life.
Tell me what life with your dog currently feels like, what you have already tried and what you would most like to improve. I will help you understand the available support, answer your questions and decide on the next step with confidence.
Call: 02476 932110
Email: info@carriescanines.co.uk
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